Topic: EGO - Johnny BTopic: EGO - Johnny B
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Johnny B shares on the topic of EGO at the Prime Time Mens Retreat in February of held in Joshua Tree in 2011. There is some Q & A for the second half. Email: sobercast@gmail.com Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate We have added a page o...
29:40•20 Jun 2022
Johnny B's Battle with Ego: Lessons from the Prime Time Mens Retreat
“For me, my life is like a go-kart, which you're never kind of pushing the gas. I'm always going through it with other guys. So if I'm having a conversation with you, or I'm standing at a podium, or I'm in line at the bank and in that moment I'm aware of the present moment and of a power, all of this bolstered, prideful nonsense is turned into humility, because instead of thinking, I'm the power, because all of this is combining to think, to tell me that I have an assumed omnipotence, which means I'm god.”
What happens when ego takes center stage in your journey to sobriety? Johnny B's talk at the Prime Time Mens Retreat in Joshua Tree, 2011, dives right into this tricky topic. He opens up about how grandiosity and defiance can derail recovery, sharing his own struggles with spiritual pride. Johnny B doesn't just lecture; he brings the concept of ego to life with vivid stories and metaphors, making it relatable for anyone grappling with addiction.
His candid reflections on recognizing and taming his own arrogance are both eye-opening and comforting. Johnny emphasizes the importance of humility and a deeper connection to a higher power as tools to keep the ego in check. The episode isn't just about theory; it includes a Q&A session where Johnny offers practical advice and personal insights on managing ego in everyday life.
If you're looking to understand how ego impacts your recovery and relationships, this episode is a goldmine of wisdom and practical tips.
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