- We Know Jack.
- We Know Jack.
MOD Marc III
MOD Marc III
MOD Marc III
Monday 28th July 2025
Join Mark and Jack as they delve into shame, relapse, reality, and the journey of self-awareness and healing.
Explicit
100 minutes
reflective
challenging
informative
introspective
hopeful
About this podcast
Author:
- We Know Jack.
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Discussing the interplay of shame and relapse.
- Exploring what constitutes reality versus thoughts.
- Understanding grief and its impact on healing.
- The importance of honesty in self-awareness.
- Insight into addiction and recovery processes.
Reality is unlimited and never changes. The idea that how and what we think creates reality suggests otherwise.
In this episode, Mark and Jack engage in a profound discussion about the nuances of shame, relapse, and the intricate relationship between thoughts and reality. Their dialogue opens with an exploration of how past experiences, particularly involving family and personal loss, can trigger relapses. Mark candidly shares his own experience, reflecting on whether his relapse stemmed from residual resentment or simply an overwhelming sense of futility after witnessing a loved one's passing.
Jack responds with empathy, suggesting that honesty and loving communication are key to navigating these challenging emotions and experiences. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a transparent dialogue and how this honesty can serve as a foundation for growth and healing. As the conversation progresses, the hosts delve deeper into the concept of reality, questioning how thoughts shape our perceptions and experiences.
They challenge the notion that reality is fixed, proposing instead that our thoughts and beliefs significantly influence how we perceive the world around us. This leads to a discussion on the importance of recognizing and addressing delusional thinking, particularly in the context of addiction and recovery. The episode also touches on the grieving process, highlighting how loss can paradoxically bring people closer together, even as it opens up profound emotional wounds.
Mark and Jack discuss the cultural shift toward celebrating life rather than solely mourning death, and how such rituals can facilitate healing and connection. Throughout the dialogue, the hosts stress the importance of self-awareness and honesty. They encourage listeners to confront their own thoughts and behaviors, suggesting that this introspection is crucial for personal growth and recovery from addiction.
By embracing honesty and challenging delusional beliefs, individuals can begin to align their thoughts with reality and foster a more authentic existence. In closing, Mark and Jack offer a hopeful perspective, suggesting that although the path to recovery and self-awareness is fraught with challenges, it is ultimately rewarding. Their conversation serves as a reminder of the power of honest communication and the importance of confronting one's own thoughts and beliefs in the journey toward healing and authenticity.