Buddhist Recovery Network
Buddhist Recovery Network
From War to Wisdom: A Journey of Sobriety and Spirituality Claude AnShin Thomas on Recovery
From War to Wisdom: A Journey of Sobriety and Spirituality Claude AnShin Thomas on Recovery
From War to Wisdom: A Journey of Sobriety and Spirituality Claude AnShin Thomas on Recovery
Friday 8th August 2025
Claude AnShin Thomas shares his journey from Vietnam veteran to Zen monk, exploring spirituality's role in sobriety and recovery.
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Mindful Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Episode Overview
- Claude's journey from Vietnam veteran to Zen Buddhist monk
- The role of spirituality in recovery and healing
- Intersections of Dharma teachings and 12-step programs
- Mindfulness as a tool for overcoming personal struggles
- Insights into working with veterans and trauma
If you really want things to be different in your life, then you're going to need to learn how to live at peace with your unpeacefulness.
In this compelling episode of the Buddhist Recovery Network Podcast, host Kevin Griffin engages in a profound conversation with Claude AnShin Thomas, a Vietnam veteran turned Zen Buddhist monk. The dialogue centers around the transformative power of spirituality in the journey of sobriety and recovery, highlighting Claude's personal experience and insights. Claude AnShin Thomas shares his remarkable story of transitioning from the turmoil of warfare to the peace found in spiritual practice.
His work, particularly with veterans, draws from his own experiences of suffering and healing. Claude emphasizes the importance of recognizing suffering, as outlined in the Four Noble Truths, and the role of spiritual practice in addressing and overcoming it. The episode delves into the integration of Buddhist teachings and the 12-step program, illustrating how these frameworks can offer a path to healing and personal growth.
Claude reflects on the significance of mindfulness, urging listeners to embrace their struggles and find peace amidst life's challenges. Kevin Griffin appreciates Claude's invaluable contributions to the Buddhist Recovery Network and discusses the upcoming virtual conference retreat where Claude will be a keynote speaker. The conversation is peppered with anecdotes and wisdom, offering listeners a heartfelt exploration of spirituality as a cornerstone in the journey of recovery.
Listeners are encouraged to connect with Claude AnShin Thomas through his books and website, and to participate in the upcoming retreat to further explore the themes discussed in this enriching episode.