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Love: A Healing Circuit (The Daily Trudge)
Love: A Healing Circuit (The Daily Trudge)
Love: A Healing Circuit (The Daily Trudge)
Friday 15th August 2025
Explore how love acts as a healing force in recovery with host Dion Miller's insights and anecdotes.
38 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Love can be a transformative element in sobriety.
- Unconditional love involves giving without expecting anything in return.
- Social connections play a vital role in emotional and physical well-being.
- Forgiveness is crucial for spiritual progress.
- Love is an action that nurtures growth.
"Love saved my ass. God's love saved me."
In this episode of the RAW Recovery Podcast, host Dion Miller dives into the complex yet profoundly simple topic of love as a healing force. Dion, with over two decades of experience in the recovery field, shares his personal journey and reflections on how love—whether from family, friends, or even a higher power—can be a transformative element in the path to sobriety.
He explores the idea of love as a 'healing circuit', a concept familiar to those in Alcoholics Anonymous as the 'language of the heart'. This involves embracing unconditional love, not just as a feeling but as an action that fosters emotional sobriety and strengthens social connections. The episode touches on the importance of accepting people as they are, flaws and all, and the role of love in reducing loneliness and anxiety.
Dion reflects on his relationships, noting how reciprocal love can sometimes be expected but shouldn't be demanded. He candidly discusses the pitfalls of conditional love and highlights how genuine acts of kindness can lead to a more fulfilling life. Listeners will hear anecdotes about Dion's own family and how love has played a pivotal role in his recovery journey. He stresses that while love can be subjective, its impact on mental and physical health is undeniable.
From lowering blood pressure to enhancing longevity, the episode is a testament to love's power to heal. Dion's insights are peppered with humour and relatable stories, making this episode both engaging and enlightening. If you're curious about how love can be a catalyst for change in your life or the life of someone you care about, this episode offers valuable perspectives worth considering.