James M
James M
Step 1 - Admitted we were powerless over violence and our lives had become unmanageable.
Step 1 - Admitted we were powerless over violence and our lives had become unmanageable.
Step 1 - Admitted we were powerless over violence and our lives had become unmanageable.
Monday 5th April 2021
James M. shares his journey through the first step of Violence Anonymous, emphasizing the importance of recognizing powerlessness in overcoming violence addiction.
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Recovery from Trauma
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Embracing Powerlessness: The First Step in Overcoming Violence Addiction
Anonymous violence is any pattern of harmful thinking, action or behavior that has an adverse or damaging effect on others or ourselves. And so you know it's like the violence that I could see when I came to Va. When I started va was the tip of the iceberg, and there was all this subtlety under the water, all of this stuff around thinking patterns and limiting beliefs and an inability to express my needs and an inability to express my emotions, and an inability to understand how to psychological, emotional, sexual abuse, manipulation and control- all of these things are a far more subtle form of violence.
Ever thought about how recognizing powerlessness can be the first step to a better life? In this episode of 'Understanding Violence Addiction', James M. opens up about his personal journey through the first step of Violence Anonymous. He shares his experiences of feeling powerless over his violent outbursts and how admitting this powerlessness has been a crucial part of his recovery.
James has worked the Steps 23 times across six different programs over the past 26 years, and he continues to find new layers of understanding and healing. James talks candidly about the subtleties of violence, explaining how it often manifests in ways we might not immediately recognize. From being a perpetrator to feeling like a victim, he discusses the dual roles that many people experience in their journey with violence addiction.
His story is a testament to the importance of acknowledging where we are powerless and how this recognition can lead to profound positive change. He also addresses the fear and resistance many feel when first coming to terms with their violent behaviors. James emphasizes that this isn't just a 'high-class problem'—it's a real issue that affects many people in various ways.
By focusing on where our lives have become unmanageable, he provides practical tools and insights for those looking to start their own journey towards recovery. James's approach is both compassionate and practical, making this episode a must-listen for anyone struggling with violence addiction or supporting someone who is. Tune in to hear more about how embracing powerlessness can pave the way for lasting peace and self-liberation.