Episode #51 – Thursday The Checkup: Give Yourself Time to GrowEpisode #51 – Thursday The Checkup: Give Yourself Time to Grow
The Recovery Guy Podcast
This podcast explores how giving our self time to grow is the most fair thing we can do. It does not mean that we are lazy and we expect things to happen through osmosis. It just means that we are learning to be patient and not getting too far ahead of...
27:53•31 Oct 2019
Growth Takes Time: Patience in Recovery with Robert Pardon
“Recovery is a process that we go through that, over time, gives us our indication that we are, that we are doing well, that we are on the path that we need to be on and receive, even in smaller increments, what we are going to receive.”
Ever wondered why personal recovery feels like it’s taking forever? In this episode of The Recovery Guy Podcast, Robert Pardon dives into the importance of giving yourself the time you need to grow. Drawing from over 30 years of experience, Robert emphasizes that recovery is a journey, not a sprint. He uses the Chinese bamboo tree as a powerful metaphor—just as it takes five years to break ground and grow, so too does personal recovery require patience and persistence.
Robert also addresses the role of social media in recovery. While online communities can offer support, he warns against using them as a substitute for real-life connections and consistent effort. Are you putting in the work needed to prevent relapse, or are you relying too much on virtual pats on the back? This episode challenges listeners to reflect on their own recovery process and consider whether they're truly investing the time and effort required.
Nature serves as another source of inspiration for Robert. By cultivating our own 'seeds of greatness', we can weather any storm and stay on the path to recovery. He reminds us that growth doesn’t happen overnight but through small, consistent steps. As Robert puts it, 'Recovery is a process that gives us our indication that we are doing well, that we are on the path we need to be on'.
Tune in to this thought-provoking episode for practical advice and a hefty dose of encouragement. Whether you're in the thick of your recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Robert's insights will help you understand why patience truly is a virtue.
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