The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
Extreme Ownership (Episode 2 - Archive)
Extreme Ownership (Episode 2 - Archive)
Extreme Ownership (Episode 2 - Archive)
Monday 3rd November 2025
Explore how taking ownership can transform your recovery journey. Wes Thompson and Austin Hill discuss personal responsibility in overcoming addiction.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise and own your responsibilities rather than blaming others.
- Understand the negative impact of focusing on others' shortcomings.
- Gossip inflates ego but prevents self-reflection.
- Taking control of personal choices is crucial for recovery.
- Christian spirituality offers valuable insights into personal accountability.
"Quit being a coward and own the stuff that's yours."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode of Relational Recovery, hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill tackle the concept of 'Extreme Ownership' and how it plays a crucial role in recovery. They discuss the common human tendency to focus on others' shortcomings while neglecting our own responsibilities. Drawing from the biblical passage Matthew 7:3-5, they highlight how this behaviour can be a relational cancer, preventing personal growth and recovery.
Wes and Austin dive into the importance of recognising what is truly ours to own. They argue that many people waste energy blaming external factors, like politicians or the economy, instead of addressing their own actions and choices. This misplaced ownership leads to frustration and stagnation in personal development. The hosts also touch on gossip as a mechanism people use to inflate their egos by focusing on others' failures rather than confronting their own insecurities.
The episode encourages listeners to take a hard look at their lives and identify where they might be deflecting responsibility. By doing so, they can begin to take meaningful steps towards a healthier, more authentic recovery journey. This candid conversation offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their relationships and personal accountability. So, are you ready to stop pointing fingers and start owning your path to recovery?