Recovery is Forever: Is My Well Running Dry ?Recovery is Forever: Is My Well Running Dry ?
Recovery Radio Network
2010
20:34•17 Feb 2015
Is Your Recovery Well Running Dry?
Episode Overview
- Recognise and address signs of complacency in your recovery.
- Maintain balance in life activities to avoid neglecting important areas.
- Cultivate alternative highs to experience joy without substances.
- Keep a strong spiritual connection through daily practices.
- Engage in 12th step work to keep your recovery vibrant.
“What are we going to do when our wells run dry? If we just complacently sit on the bank and watch the well then each of us stand a chance to die.”
Ever wondered if your recovery journey has hit a plateau? In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, the focus is on a crucial question: 'Is My Well Running Dry?' The discussion centres around the common challenge of complacency in long-term sobriety. The episode explores how the initial excitement of recovery can fade, leading to feelings of restlessness and stagnation.
Through personal reflections and practical advice, the speaker highlights the importance of recognising danger signals like the 'Cloud 9 syndrome' and grandiosity that can creep into one's recovery process. The episode provides a comprehensive look at the subtle signs of complacency, such as becoming indifferent to self-discipline and neglecting daily practices that once seemed vital. The speaker emphasises the need for balance in life activities, suggesting that overexertion in any one area can lead to neglect in others.
Listeners are encouraged to find 'alternative highs' – non-chemical ways to experience joy and fulfilment, such as engaging in hobbies, spending time with family, or enjoying nature. One of the standout points is the importance of maintaining a conscious contact with a higher power, as outlined in Step 11 of the AA programme.
The speaker reminds us that faith can do for us what we cannot do for ourselves, and that nurturing this spiritual connection can prevent our well from running dry. The episode also underscores the value of 12th step work – helping others in their recovery journey – as a way to keep one's own recovery vibrant and meaningful.
With its mix of personal anecdotes and broader insights, this episode offers a wealth of practical advice for anyone feeling stuck in their recovery journey. It's a heartfelt reminder that staying sober is an ongoing process that requires continuous effort and self-awareness. So, if you're questioning your current state of recovery, this episode might just provide the perspective you need to revitalise your journey.
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