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Happy, Joyous and Free (The Daily Trudge)
Happy, Joyous and Free (The Daily Trudge)
Happy, Joyous and Free (The Daily Trudge)
Sunday 14th December 2025
Explore the meaning of being 'happy, joyous, and free' in recovery with humour and heartfelt stories from RAW Recovery Podcast.
22 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Engaging
Humorous
Hopeful
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Happiness in recovery is a spiritual condition, not an emotional high.
- Honesty and surrender are key to experiencing genuine joy.
- Beware of 'toxic positivity'—a positive attitude isn't always real happiness.
- Sharing personal stories can offer hope and strength to others.
- It's okay to start your day over whenever you need.
"Being happy, joyous, and free isn't something you chase. It is something that you become."
What does it mean to be truly 'happy, joyous, and free'? In this engaging episode of the RAW Recovery Podcast, host Dion takes listeners on a reflective journey through the ups and downs of recovery. With a mix of humour and heartfelt stories, Dion breaks down the myth that happiness in sobriety is about constant euphoria or emotional highs. Instead, he argues it's a spiritual state achieved through honesty, surrender, and aligning with something greater than oneself.
Listeners are treated to Dion's candid thoughts on the dangers of 'toxic positivity' and the importance of facing life's challenges head-on. The episode is peppered with light-hearted jokes and personal anecdotes, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking. Dion also shares practical advice on how to cultivate a positive attitude without falling into the trap of fake positivity. The conversation highlights the power of storytelling in recovery, emphasising that sharing one's journey can offer hope and strength to others.
So, if you're curious about how to find genuine joy and freedom in recovery, this episode offers both wisdom and a good laugh. Are you ready to redefine what happiness means for you?