Father Bill W.

Father Bill W.

Father Bill W.

  • Living Between Worlds in Recovery: No Cure but Healing

Living Between Worlds in Recovery: No Cure but Healing

Monday 1st September 2025

Explore recovery with Father Bill W. as he discusses healing, spirituality, and reclaiming personal authority for a meaningful life beyond addiction.
67 minutes
Inspiring
Educational
Hopeful
Engaging
Honest

About this podcast

Father Bill W.
Overview:
Categories:
Religion & Spirituality
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Finding Meaning Beyond Addiction: A Journey with Father Bill W.

Episode Overview

  • Healing involves returning to one's true self.
  • Spiritual maturity challenges growth beyond childhood comforts.
  • Choosing meaning over happiness leads to fulfilling life.
  • Personal authority is key in transforming recovery.
  • Inner child work helps address past traumas.
We are not what happened to us. What happened to us was an external manifestation by fate.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Father Bill W., an Episcopal priest with decades of recovery experience, invites listeners to explore the journey of healing in recovery. Drawing from the book 'Living Between Worlds: Finding Personal Resilience in Changing Times' by Dr. James Hollis, Father Bill shares insights into the profound transformation recovery can offer. He delves into the concept of healing, highlighting how our personal stories shape our lives and the importance of reclaiming personal authority.
Through engaging anecdotes and practical wisdom, Father Bill encourages individuals to move beyond mere survival and embrace a life of meaning and purpose. The episode takes listeners through Hollis' exploration of healing, which involves returning to one's true self, equipped by nature with resilience and strength. Father Bill discusses the role of spirituality in recovery, advocating for a mature spirituality that challenges us to grow beyond childhood comforts.
He emphasises the significance of choosing meaning over happiness, encouraging listeners to find purpose beyond societal expectations. Father Bill's engaging narrative is both educational and entertaining, offering a fresh perspective on recovery. His humorous yet sincere approach makes complex psychological concepts accessible, providing a beacon of hope for those seeking deeper understanding in their recovery journey. So, what can you learn from those who have battled addiction and emerged stronger?
Tune in to discover how embracing personal authority and spirituality can transform your path to healing.
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