Stephen Arterburn
Steve Arterburn
Episode 107 - Steve Aterburn
Episode 107 - Steve Aterburn
Episode 107 - Steve Aterburn
Tuesday 27th May 2025
Steve Arterburn explores the five stages of relapse, offering tools to prevent setbacks in addiction recovery using biblical principles.
28 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Relapse starts with complacency, not just a return to addictive behaviour.
- Creating a 'what-if' clause in recovery plans helps manage potential setbacks.
- Community support and honesty are crucial in maintaining recovery.
- Self-awareness can prevent progression through the stages of relapse.
- Integrating biblical principles into recovery offers hope and transformation.
"Relapse isn't just an event that occurs one day when things are out of control. It's a process and it begins with something kind of subtle like complacency".
Life Recovery Today with Stephen Arterburn dives into the complex journey of recovery, emphasising that relapse isn't just a momentary slip-up but a gradual process. In this episode, Steve Arterburn, a best-selling author and pastor, shares his wisdom on the five stages of relapse, beginning with complacency. Steve's candid discussion reveals how neglecting one's recovery plan can lead to confusion, compromise, craving, and ultimately catastrophe.
With light-hearted anecdotes and practical advice, Steve highlights the importance of a 'what-if' clause in recovery plans to prepare for potential setbacks. The episode offers a compassionate look at how recovery isn't about perfection but persistence, encouraging listeners to address complacency before it spirals into relapse. Arterburn's passion for helping others is evident as he shares strategies to prevent relapse through self-awareness and community support.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of addiction recovery, whether you're personally affected or supporting someone else. Tune in to explore how integrating biblical principles into the 12-step program can offer hope and transformation.