Nourishment in Recovery: Monty Dale Meyer on Love and Healing
Well, recovery is like being loved and nourished until we can be weaned. We don't grow out of having needs, but as we experience love and nourishment, we gradually become less frantic about our next meal. We grow, we heal and eventually a new kind of security grows in us: not the security of toxic self-reliance, but the security that comes from being nurtured.
Imagine feeling less frantic about your next step in recovery. In this episode of Take 12 Recovery Radio, Monty Dale Meyer, affectionately known as the Monty'man, unpacks the idea of recovery as nourishment. Drawing inspiration from the psalmist's image of a weaned child, Monty explores how love and care can transform our journey towards healing and security.
He emphasizes that just as a child learns to trust and feel secure through consistent nourishment, those in recovery can find peace and growth through love and support. Monty discusses how meeting one's needs isn't about being needy but about experiencing love in a way that calms the inner turmoil. As we receive this kind of nourishment, we gradually become less desperate and more secure.
This episode isn't just about theory; it's about practical steps you can take to feel valued and loved, which in turn helps you grow stronger in your recovery. Listeners will find Monty's reflections both relatable and inspiring. He shares personal anecdotes and broader insights into how love and nourishment can quiet our souls and help us heal. If you're looking for a fresh perspective on recovery, this episode offers a comforting and encouraging approach.
Monty encourages everyone to seek out the nourishment they need to calm their frantic feelings and develop a sense of security. Tune in to hear Monty's heartfelt advice on how love and nourishment can be the foundation for a secure and peaceful recovery journey.