12th Step Podcast
12th Step Podcast
Rules vs. Principles: Navigating Recovery with Purpose
Rules vs. Principles: Navigating Recovery with Purpose
Rules vs. Principles: Navigating Recovery with Purpose
Friday 28th February 2025
Explore the difference between rules and principles in recovery. Learn how embracing principles can lead to lasting change and personal growth.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the difference between rules and principles is crucial for sustainable recovery.
- Rules provide a clear starting point but are not flexible enough for long-term growth.
- Principles offer a dynamic approach that can evolve with your recovery journey.
- Personal anecdotes and examples make complex concepts relatable and understandable.
- Humorous insights help lighten the serious topic of addiction recovery.
Principles only work by people who want to be obedient to them.
Gary, Mike, and Daniel are back with another engaging episode of the 12th Step Podcast. This time, they dive into the intriguing topic of 'Rules vs. Principles' in the context of recovery from addiction. The trio discusses how understanding the difference between rigid rules and flexible principles can significantly impact your recovery journey. They share personal anecdotes and examples, making it clear that while rules provide a necessary starting point, principles offer the flexibility needed for long-term growth and change.
The hosts explain that rules are like hard lines in the sand – easy to understand but not sustainable in the long run. On the other hand, principles can grow and evolve with you, offering a more dynamic approach to recovery. They use relatable examples, such as the concept of 'three circles' in addiction recovery, to illustrate their points. The conversation also touches on how principles allow for personal growth and change, making recovery a more holistic and adaptable process.
Gary, Mike, and Daniel's candid and humorous discussion makes this episode both informative and entertaining. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of recovery and find a sustainable path forward, this episode is a must-listen.