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Spirit of Recovery
When we give up our addictions, we often lose our coping mechanism. What we handled with a drink or drugs just doesn’t w...
58:21•20 Jun 2018
Reviving Recovery: How Imagination Can Transform Your Journey
“I think that the healing principles that unity was founded on are absolutely skillful use of the imagination in terms of the ability of the body to heal itself, if we allow it to do so.”
Picture this: you've given up your addiction, and suddenly there's a void where your old coping mechanisms used to be. In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', hosts Rev. Dan Beckett and Rev. Michelle Vargas are joined by Rev. Lonnie Vanderslice to discuss how imagination can be a game-changer in recovery. They dive into how losing an addiction often leaves us feeling empty and searching for new ways to cope. But recovery doesn't have to be dull or lifeless.
Instead, it can be vibrant and full of possibilities when we tap into the power of our imagination. The conversation navigates the fine line between helpful and harmful uses of imagination, emphasizing the importance of surrounding ourselves with positive influences and media. Creativity, willingness, and aligning our motives with our actions are also highlighted as crucial elements in the recovery process. Rev.
Dan Beckett shares his wisdom, noting that true happiness in recovery comes from aligning our thoughts, motives, and actions. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and inspiring insights for anyone on the recovery journey. If you're looking to fill that void left by addiction with something meaningful and uplifting, this episode is a must-listen.

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