Roy Nichols
Roy Nichols
How it works step 8
How it works step 8
How it works step 8
Sunday 16th February 2020
Roy Nichols explores Step 8 of Narcotics Anonymous, focusing on making amends and the courage it takes to forgive and seek forgiveness.
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Roy Nichols
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Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Step 8 in NA: The Courage to Make Amends
The 8th step offers a big change from a life dominated by guilt and remorse. Our futures are changed because we don't have to avoid those who we have harmed.
Ever thought about what it really means to make amends? In this episode of 'Addiction Recovery - Living The Program', Roy Nichols takes a deep dive into Step 8 of Narcotics Anonymous. He begins by reading the prayer associated with this step, setting a reflective tone for the discussion that follows. Step 8 is all about listing the people we've harmed and becoming willing to make amends to them.
It's a step that demands a new level of honesty and a readiness to forgive not just others, but also ourselves. Roy sheds light on the tough parts—admitting the harm we've caused and avoiding the trap of seeing ourselves solely as victims of addiction. He emphasizes the need to separate what was done to us from what we did to others, urging listeners to let go of justifications and self-pity.
This episode isn't just about facing past mistakes; it's about finding hope and healing in the process of making things right. If you're on a recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Roy's insights can offer a guiding light towards forgiveness and personal growth.