Steps 8&9: Into ActionSteps 8&9: Into Action
12 Steps of Recovery
Steps 8 & 9 of '12 Steps of Recovery' focus on making genuine amends with humility and willingness.
55:21•4 Sept 2019
Steps 8 & 9: The Heart of Making Amends in Recovery
“Remember, if you skip from step to, you're not going to make amends, you're just in your ego still and you're going to cause more harm because you have not done the work.”
How do you truly mend the broken pieces left by addiction? In this episode of '12 Steps of Recovery', host Ilya, who openly identifies as an alcoholic, takes listeners through the pivotal Steps 8 and 9. This isn't just about saying 'sorry'; it's about genuine willingness, humility, and the courage to face those we've hurt. Ilya breaks down the importance of taking a thorough inventory and embracing the truth from previous steps, setting the stage for meaningful amends.
He stresses that faith without action is futile, highlighting the need to actively repair relationships damaged by our past actions. With a focus on tact and common sense, Ilya advises against pushing beliefs onto others, emphasizing instead the need to approach amends with a calm and open mind. Particularly insightful is his discussion on making amends with family members, where years of hurt may have built walls of skepticism. Here, humility and patience are key.
The episode is a heartfelt guide for anyone in recovery, offering practical advice and spiritual insights to help navigate this challenging but essential part of the journey. Tune in to understand how true recovery requires not just inner change but also outward action.
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