S2 EP 3 Brad - Topic: How un-recovery is recoveryS2 EP 3 Brad - Topic: How un-recovery is recovery
Cross Talk
Brad joins the duo this week with a real thinker of a topic, how our unrecovered selves can sometimes be our most recovered. Claire and Corey get real, real with their guest with some serious ponderings. What if relapsing is not a failure? What does ...
1:14:39•23 May 2022
The Unrecovered Journey: Brad's Take on Relapse and Recovery
“And I think I love, like the reminder, like how small I am in in the world of everything, and like kind of insignificant, like in the best way, I guess, you know, because it just kind of it brings everything into perspective, you know, and it's like when we put our problems in their true perspective, they lose the power to dominate our thoughts and lives.”
What if the moments when you feel least recovered are actually crucial to your recovery journey? In this episode of 'Cross Talk', Corey and Claire sit down with Brad to unravel this intriguing paradox. Brad brings a fresh perspective, suggesting that sometimes our unrecovered selves are more insightful than we think. The trio dives into the complex emotions surrounding relapse, questioning whether it's truly a setback or just another step forward.
They explore how shame—what Brad cleverly dubs as 'Should Have Already Mastered Everything'—often hijacks our progress and how facing it head-on can be transformative. Brad shares his personal battles with seeking comfort versus seeking truth, shedding light on the importance of honesty in the recovery process. The conversation also touches on the role of habits in maintaining sobriety and the inevitable struggles with self-reflection.
But it's not all heavy; there's even some playful banter about bagels, adding a touch of humor to the deep discussion. Listeners will find themselves pondering the idea that acceptance, even of our flaws and relapses, is a cornerstone of true recovery. This episode offers a refreshing take on what it means to be 'unrecovered' and how those moments can actually propel us toward lasting change.
Tune in for an engaging chat that challenges conventional wisdom and leaves you with plenty to think about.
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