Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
Living Between Worlds in Recovery: Coping with Chaos
Living Between Worlds in Recovery: Coping with Chaos
Living Between Worlds in Recovery: Coping with Chaos
Saturday 9th August 2025
Explore recovery through Jungian analysis with Father Bill W., focusing on resilience and personal growth amid cultural chaos.
50 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the transition from addiction to recovery.
- Exploring depth psychology in recovery.
- Cultural and personal anxiety in changing times.
- The importance of spiritual principles in recovery.
- James Hollis' insights on resilience and growth.
There exists within each of us some locus, some center of knowing, independent of ego consciousness.
In the latest episode of the podcast, Father Bill W. delves into the complex journey of recovery, exploring insights from the book 'Living Between Worlds: Finding Personal Resilience in Changing Times' by Jungian analyst Dr. James Hollis. Father Bill, an Episcopal priest with decades of experience in recovery, shares his reflections on what it means to live between two worlds—one familiar and another yet to come into focus.
Recovery often begins when the known world, shaped by addiction, collapses, thrusting individuals into a new realm where they struggle to find their footing. Despite being termed 'recovery,' this new world can feel as disorienting as the last. Through depth psychology, Hollis provides a framework for understanding this transition, emphasizing the spiritual and psychological challenges that arise.
Father Bill highlights the broader cultural context in which many find themselves, where old securities, particularly religious functions, have eroded, leading to widespread anxiety and a feeling of disconnection. Hollis' work encourages individuals to tap into an inner resilience, a locus of knowing independent of ego consciousness, to navigate these turbulent times. The podcast also discusses the societal frenzy witnessed during events like Black Friday, illustrating how superficial connections often replace deeper, meaningful relationships.
Drawing on Jung's insights, the episode underscores the importance of maintaining conscious contact with the divine and nurturing inner resources to foster resilience. Father Bill concludes by inviting listeners to explore more about James Hollis through his YouTube videos and encourages engagement with spiritual principles that can aid recovery. This episode serves as a testament to the transformative power of understanding oneself through depth psychology and spiritual resilience, offering hope and guidance for those navigating their own recovery journeys.