Opening Your Heart: Buddy C's 6th Step Meditation
If I do not let go, if I am not open-minded, I get dragged. I do not like getting dragged. So let's let go Today and not get dragged now.
Ever wondered how to truly open your heart and let go of past burdens? Buddy C. dives into this very topic in the second 10-minute meditation of his Step 6 series. This episode of 'Sober Meditations' is all about embracing an open heart as a crucial part of sobriety. Buddy, who has been sober since 2008 after years of relapses and a near-fatal encounter with pancreatitis, shares his journey and the transformative power of living with an open heart.
Buddy’s approach is refreshingly open-minded, drawing from his experiences with AA and his broader understanding of recovery. He discusses how being open-hearted can lead to spiritual growth and a deeper connection with your Higher Power and others around you. It's not just about staying sober; it's about enriching your life and finding gratitude even in challenging situations. Throughout the meditation, Buddy encourages listeners to appreciate all sounds and find gratitude in every moment, even the tough ones.
He also highlights the importance of helping others as a way to enrich your own recovery journey. If you’re ever unsure of what to do next, he suggests lending a hand to someone else—it might just guide you to your next step. Buddy’s gentle guidance makes this meditation a soothing yet powerful tool for anyone on the path to sobriety. With over 400 episodes available on the free Sober Meditations app, there's a wealth of resources to support your journey.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for a while, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for living with an open heart.