Are You Worshipping Recovery?
Episode Overview
Recovery should be internalised, not outsourced. Focus on personal growth rather than just routines. Recovery is about finding true freedom beyond abstinence. Support systems are bridges, not destinations. Identity is key to lasting recovery.
We become what we behold, so what are you really focusing on in your recovery?
In this intriguing episode of 'Ashes To Rubies: Addiction To Connection', Eyob explores the concept of 'Idol Recovery'. He raises a compelling question: Have you turned recovery itself into an idol? Drawing from biblical stories and personal experiences, Eyob discusses how sometimes, in our quest for sobriety, we might replace one obsession with another. It's like swapping a bottle for a recovery program but still being consumed by the same mindset.
Eyob shares his revelation that what we focus on can shape us, much like the Israelites in the story of the golden calf. He suggests that true recovery isn't about external structures or routines but about internal transformation. It's about who you are when no one is watching. Are you genuinely living a life of recovery, or just performing for others? The conversation delves into the idea that recovery should be internalised, not outsourced to others or programmes.
Eyob emphasises that while support systems like meetings and sponsors are essential, they are merely bridges, not the destination. He urges listeners to look beyond routines and structures and focus on personal growth and identity. This episode is a thought-provoking exploration of how we can reclaim our true selves and not get lost in the rituals of recovery.
Eyob's reflections serve as a reminder that recovery is more than just abstaining from substances; it's about finding freedom and identity beyond them. If you're ready to question your approach to recovery and explore what it truly means to be free, this episode offers plenty of food for thought. Are you worshipping recovery or truly living it?