Finding Strength in Sobriety: A Journey with Step Two
Episode Overview
Step Two focuses on believing in a power greater than oneself. Community plays a crucial role in supporting sobriety. Honesty and open-mindedness are key to personal growth. Milestones in recovery are worth celebrating and reflecting upon. Humour can help navigate the challenges of staying sober.
Listen to it. Do it. Get through it. You'll come out the other side unscathed.
What makes recovery stories so compelling? In this episode of Take 12 Recovery Radio, Monty Meyer, Dion Miller, and Roger McDermott tackle the intricate dance of recovery, community, and spirituality. The trio reflects on their experiences at a recent 12-step retreat, diving into the significance of Step Two in the 12-step programme: believing in a power greater than oneself.
With a hearty mix of humour and heartfelt stories, they explore the transformative power of community and the role of a higher power in personal growth. The episode is peppered with anecdotes about milestones in recovery, offering a glimpse into the complexities and triumphs of staying sober. The hosts also address the sometimes humorous challenges of sobriety, like sneaking snacks into movie theatres and how such seemingly trivial actions can relate back to honesty and personal growth.
You'll hear about Doug, a friend who defied the odds to help others in their darkest moments, reminding us that recovery is a journey of continuous learning and connection. So, what does it really mean to believe in something greater than yourself? Tune in for an engaging discussion that promises to leave you with plenty to ponder.