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Pride (The Daily Trudge)

Tuesday 15th July 2025

Explore the RAW Recovery Podcast as Dion discusses pride's impact on sobriety with humour and honesty.
35 minutes
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Pride and Recovery: A Humorous Take on Humility

Episode Overview

  • Pride can lead to self-deception and hinder recovery.
  • Humility is crucial for genuine progress in sobriety.
  • Material satisfaction isn't the ultimate goal; spiritual values matter more.
  • Social media can glamorise recovery, often missing the real struggles.
  • Character-building should precede material achievements in the recovery journey.
Alcoholics live in a fake world whether we are on the alcohol or not unless we decide to do something about it.
Dive into the RAW Recovery Podcast, where Dion, your spirited host, tackles the often overlooked topic of pride in recovery. With a blend of humour and honesty, Dion shares his experiences and challenges the common perceptions surrounding pride in the sobriety journey. This episode isn’t about flashy success stories or glamorous portrayals of recovery. Instead, Dion sheds light on the gritty reality, reminding us that humility is the cornerstone of genuine progress.
He discusses how pride can lead to self-deception and warns against the allure of superficial achievements. Dion's candid anecdotes and colourful metaphors – from Star Trek references to the pitfalls of social media fame – make for an engaging listen. You'll find yourself nodding along as he debunks myths and encourages a more grounded approach to recovery. Dion's emphasis on humility and character-building over material satisfaction resonates deeply, offering valuable lessons for anyone on their sobriety path.
If you're seeking an honest discussion filled with laughter and real talk, this episode is a must-listen.
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