Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Fred Luskin Forgiveness in Recovery
Fred Luskin Forgiveness in Recovery
Fred Luskin Forgiveness in Recovery
Saturday 15th March 2025
Dr. Fred Luskin discusses his secular approach to forgiveness in addiction recovery, highlighting the importance of self-forgiveness and practical steps for healing.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Luskin's secular approach to forgiveness makes it accessible to everyone.
- Self-forgiveness involves acknowledging mistakes, feeling remorse, and making amends.
- 'Forgive for Good Workbook' offers a step-by-step guide for practising forgiveness.
- Forgiveness helps individuals move forward and rebuild their lives.
- Being kinder to oneself and others can make life easier.
Forgiveness is part of practising kindness. Be a little kinder to yourself, maybe give other people a little bit of a benefit of the doubt, and life will be a bit easier
In this episode of The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return, Dr. Fred Luskin shares his unique approach to forgiveness in the context of addiction recovery. Dr. Luskin, a psychologist and faculty member at Stanford University, has dedicated over three decades to teaching mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and positive psychology. He brings a fresh perspective to the often faith-based practice of forgiveness, making it accessible to a wider audience through a secular approach. Dr.
Luskin's insights on self-forgiveness are particularly powerful, as he emphasises the importance of acknowledging one's mistakes, feeling genuine remorse, and making amends without being burdened by shame or guilt. His method is not just about forgiving others but also about being kinder to oneself, which is a crucial step in the recovery journey. The episode also highlights the 'Forgive for Good Workbook for Recovery', co-authored by Dr. Luskin, which provides a step-by-step guide to help individuals in recovery practice forgiveness.
The workbook is designed to be user-friendly, breaking down the process into manageable steps. Dr. Luskin shares stories from his extensive experience, including working with war veterans and individuals who have faced significant trauma. These anecdotes illustrate the transformative power of forgiveness in helping people move forward and rebuild their lives. If you're looking for a compassionate and practical approach to forgiveness in recovery, this episode is a must-listen.