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It’s All Good—Even (Especially) if It’s Uncomfortable! With Guest Guy Lynch
It’s All Good—Even (Especially) if It’s Uncomfortable! With Guest Guy Lynch
It’s All Good—Even (Especially) if It’s Uncomfortable! With Guest Guy Lynch
Wednesday 7th May 2014
Join Guy Lynch on 'Spirit of Recovery' as he explains how embracing all emotions can lead to deeper spiritual growth.
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Get the buttons here!Guy Lynch on Embracing Emotions for True Spiritual Growth
Authentic spirituality invites us to embrace and learn from negative emotions—even when they make us uncomfortable.
Think spiritual growth means leaving emotions behind? Think again. In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', hosts Rev. Dan Beckett and Rev. Michelle Vargas chat with Unity minister Guy Lynch about the surprising role of emotions in spiritual development. Guy, who leads Unity of Beaverton and founded THE ASSOCIATION OF PRACTICAL CHRISTIANS, shares his journey from feeling defeated to finding success and happiness through embracing his emotions.
He argues that our emotions, even the uncomfortable ones, are gifts from our Higher Power meant to guide us toward deeper spirituality. Guy dives into how facing life's facts, including our emotional reactions, is crucial for growth. He stresses that authenticity in spirituality means not shying away from negative emotions but learning from them. Childhood trauma often leads to suppressing these feelings, which can block spiritual progress.
By acknowledging and working through these emotions, we can heal and reach new levels of joy and freedom. The episode also highlights the inclusive message of God's love for everyone, the healing power of humor, and the importance of gratitude in overcoming trauma. Rev. Dan and Rev. Michelle join Guy in offering practical tips for applying these spiritual principles to the 12-step recovery journey.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual practice and embrace the full spectrum of human emotions for personal growth and healing.