How We Relate (Episode 2 - Archive)How We Relate (Episode 2 - Archive)
Relational Recovery
Explore how past experiences influence relationships and recovery, with insights on transforming hurt into motivation for positive change.
5:32•3 Jun 2025
Navigating Relationships: A Path to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Avoidance can hinder personal growth.
- Ownership over one's actions is crucial for recovery.
- Transform past hurt into motivation for positive change.
- Reflect on your role within relationships to improve them.
- Ask healthier, action-oriented questions for better outcomes.
“"What you don't own, owns you. What you're not in control of, controls you."”
The Relational Recovery podcast dives into the complex web of human relationships and recovery, offering a refreshing blend of Christian spirituality and psychology. Hosted by Wes Thompson and Austin Hill, this episode, 'How We Relate', unpacks the emotional baggage many carry from past experiences and the impact these have on our current lives.
The hosts share poignant stories of individuals who have struggled with facing their past, highlighting how avoidance can often lead to a lack of ownership over one's actions. They explore the idea that what we don't own ends up owning us, a concept that resonates deeply for anyone grappling with personal challenges.
Through candid discussions, Wes and Austin tackle tough questions like 'Was I not worth it?' and 'What did I do to deserve this?'—questions that many may find themselves asking. The hosts encourage listeners to shift their focus from self-blame to understanding and learning from past experiences. They advocate for embracing curiosity and asking healthier, action-oriented questions that pave the way for positive change.
Listeners are invited to reflect on their roles within their relationships—whether as parents, siblings, or colleagues—and consider how they can embody the qualities they wish to see in others. This episode is a call to transform past hurt into motivation for building healthier relationships based on respect, kindness, and accountability. If you're seeking a thoughtful exploration of how our past shapes our present and future relationships, this episode provides both solace and practical guidance.
Tune in to gain insights into fostering trust and improving how you relate to those around you.

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