Getting Started in RecoveryGetting Started in Recovery
Encounter with Dr. Ken
Dr. Ken Buckle shares how Catholic faith can guide the recovery journey, focusing on sacraments, prayer, community, and personal stories.
53:51•2 May 2020
Starting Your Journey: Dr. Ken's Guide to Recovery with Faith
“Our healing leads us to a new way of life, which is really great news. We find Christ in the midst of our recovery and our healing, and we don't want to go back to that old life, that old self, that old way.”
Imagine finding strength and guidance from your faith while battling addiction. In this episode of 'Healing Encounters: Spirituality and Sobriety with Dr. Ken', Dr. Ken Buckle dives into the process of starting recovery, especially for those struggling with compulsive sexual behavior. Drawing from his deep well of experience as a psychologist and his unwavering commitment to Catholic traditions, Dr. Ken offers a roadmap that intertwines spiritual and psychological support. Dr.
Ken highlights the vital role sacraments play in the journey to recovery. He believes that the Catholic Church provides not just spiritual solace but practical tools for healing and renewal. Through engaging storytelling and relatable examples, Dr. Ken emphasizes the power of prayer, the strength found in community, and the benefits of alternative recovery programs. What sets this episode apart is Dr. Ken's focus on the importance of sharing one's recovery story.
He explains how opening up about personal struggles can be a source of inspiration and encouragement for others on similar paths. The message is clear: recovery isn't a one-size-fits-all process. Instead, it requires a blend of different approaches and resources tailored to individual needs. For anyone seeking a holistic approach to overcoming addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice grounded in faith and compassion.
Whether you're at the beginning of your recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Dr. Ken's empathetic guidance provides a beacon of hope and a path forward.

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