Mindfully Manic; How to Keep Your Head as a Buddhist in RecoveryMindfully Manic; How to Keep Your Head as a Buddhist in Recovery
The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast
Mindfully Manic; How to Keep Your Head as a Buddhist in Recovery The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast Episode 104 Sutra of Golden Light: Chapter 6 on Emptiness conclusion Update on my journey. Ideas from listeners. open to your thoughts The condition of 24/7...
26:35•1 Oct 2023
Staying Grounded: A Buddhist's Guide to Mindful Recovery
Episode Overview
- Darren shares personal experiences and reflections on navigating recovery and embracing mindfulness.
- The episode delves into the impact of adverse childhood experiences and addiction on neurology.
- Challenges of housing instability and its effects on recovery are candidly discussed.
- Listeners gain insights into integrating Buddhist principles with 12-step recovery methods.
- Darren advocates for continuous practice and presence in the face of ongoing challenges.
“If it's on 24-7, then you're going to have to show up and be on the job 24-7. Doing what? Practicing. What do we practice? Everything that we talk about. And many, many things.”
Ever feel like life is a constant fire alarm, with no off switch in sight? Darren Littlejohn gets it. In this episode of 'The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast', titled 'Mindfully Manic; How to Keep Your Head as a Buddhist in Recovery', Darren dives into the rollercoaster of emotions that come with addiction recovery. He doesn’t sugarcoat it—sometimes, it feels like you're on duty 24/7. But that’s where the Buddhist principles come in handy.
With a blend of personal stories and practical advice, Darren shares how mindfulness can be your anchor amidst the chaos. He wraps up Chapter 6 of the Sutra of Golden Light, focusing on emptiness, and offers an update on his own journey, sprinkled with listener ideas and questions. Whether you’re new to recovery or have been on this path for a while, Darren’s candid reflections and actionable tips will help you find stability and peace in your daily life.
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