Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Recovery Is The Real-Life Hero’s Journey with Micheal Z | Episode 469
Recovery Is The Real-Life Hero’s Journey with Micheal Z | Episode 469
Recovery Is The Real-Life Hero’s Journey with Micheal Z | Episode 469
Monday 29th September 2025
Michael Z shares his sobriety journey and explores how the 12 Steps mirror the hero's journey in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Recovery is akin to a hero's journey, involving separation, initiation, and return.
- Honesty and mentorship are crucial for successful recovery.
- Daily journaling helps release negativity and foster gratitude.
- Spiritual practices are essential for maintaining sobriety.
- Sharing experiences through writing can serve the recovery community.
Worry is a terrible waste of the imagination.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Dive into the compelling journey of Michael Z, who shares his path to sobriety and how the 12 Steps mirror the hero's journey. Michael opens up about his battles with addiction, his substance of choice, and the turning point that led him to recovery. He highlights the importance of honesty, finding a mentor, and the transformative power of journaling as daily practices that help maintain sobriety.
With nearly three decades of sobriety under his belt, Michael offers insights into how recovery is not just a personal journey but a communal one, as he shares his experience through writing and mentoring others. His latest work, 'Twelve Steps: A Modern Hero’s Journey,' explores the parallels between mythological hero stories and the recovery process.
This episode is packed with wisdom, relatable anecdotes, and a sprinkle of humour as Michael recounts how his stubbornness initially drove him to prove he wasn't an alcoholic, only to find himself in recovery. If you're curious about how the hero's journey can illuminate the path to sobriety, or if you need some inspiration from someone who's been there, this episode is a must-listen. So, what does recovery mean to you? Perhaps it’s time to find out.