The Human Step (The Daily Trudge)

The Human Step (The Daily Trudge)

What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? On RAW Recovery Podcast’s Daily Trudge, the focus turns to Step Ten – affectionately called "the human step" – and how it keeps everyday life from spiralling out of control. Host Dion speaks candidly about waking up grumpy, feeling left out of family plans, and how his PTSD and sensitivity colour his reactions.

Instead of pretending he’s above it all, he uses the exact tools he’s talking about: "Because I admitted what was wrong. That was it. That's all that needed to happen." You’ll hear how a simple Step Ten check-in shifts him from resentment and confusion to relief and gratitude. The episode weaves together an Al-Anon daily reading, the AA 12&12, and real-time emotional honesty.

Dion highlights how Step Ten is the bridge between spiritual growth and daily living: keeping an eye on both assets and liabilities, catching problem thinking early, and starting the day over as many times as needed. He jokes that 80% of the programme is "keeping your darn mouth shut", but backs it up with examples of how restraint of tongue, pen, keyboard and thumbs can save relationships and sanity.

You’ll also hear reflections on family healing, the impact of his sobriety on those around him, and the relief that comes from finally seeing long-term goals taking shape. Rather than aiming for perfection, Dion stresses "progress, not perfection" and the freedom that comes from “telling on yourself” before things blow up.

This episode speaks to anyone in recovery who has emotions that come in hot, who overthinks texts, or who wonders if they’re ever going to “get it right.” It’s messy, honest, sometimes funny, and very human – which is exactly the point of Step Ten. How often are you giving yourself permission to be wrong and then make it right?