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Mess it Up Show 381 - Manumission
Mess it Up Show 381 - Manumission
Mess it Up Show 381 - Manumission
Tuesday 8th July 2025
Explore recovery with the Bowtie Guy as he discusses 'manumission' and how letting go can transform your life.
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Get the buttons here!Letting Go: The Art of Dropping Life's Heavy Rocks
Episode Overview
- Reflect on what metaphorical rocks you're holding onto.
- Understand steps six and seven in the 12-step programme.
- Learn how emotional baggage affects recovery.
- Discover the importance of letting go for personal freedom.
- Explore how consumer culture impacts addiction.
What are the rocks going to do? They're going to hurt our hands, fall and hurt our toes, make us tired from holding them.
In this lively episode of the Mess It Up Podcast, the Bowtie Guy dives into the concept of 'manumission' and how it relates to the journey of recovery. As you listen, you'll find yourself pondering the metaphorical rocks we carry in life and how they weigh us down. Inspired by the book 'Drop the Rock', the host explores steps six and seven of the 12-step programme, highlighting the importance of letting go of character defects and emotional baggage.
Through humorous anecdotes about college coupon days and doughnut indulgences, the Bowtie Guy paints a vivid picture of how we often cling to unnecessary burdens. With stories of his grandson’s rock collection and tales from prison visits, he emphasises that true freedom lies in dropping these metaphorical rocks. This episode encourages you to reflect on what you're holding onto and challenges you to consider if these things are more important than your loved ones.
The Bowtie Guy's engaging style and genuine passion for recovery make this episode both entertaining and thought-provoking. By sharing personal stories and insights, he invites you to look at your own life and decide which rocks you need to drop. Don't miss out on this chance to gain a fresh perspective on recovery, sprinkled with humour and warmth. So, what rocks are you ready to let go of?