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Why "Take What You Need & Leave The Rest" is Bad Advice
Why "Take What You Need & Leave The Rest" is Bad Advice
Why "Take What You Need & Leave The Rest" is Bad Advice
Monday 12th October 2020
Monty Dale Meyer questions the saying 'take what you need and leave the rest' in recovery, discussing its potential harm on Take 12 Recovery Radio.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Recovery Platitudes: The Problem with 'Take What You Need & Leave The Rest'
Take what you need and leave the rest is bad advice in my humble thinking process here.
Ever been told to 'take what you need and leave the rest' in a recovery meeting? Monty Dale Meyer, known as the Monty'man, thinks this common saying might be more harmful than helpful. In this episode of Take 12 Recovery Radio, Monty and his co-hosts dive into why this seemingly harmless advice can derail your journey to sobriety. Monty shares his own experience, admitting that when he first entered recovery, he had no clue what he needed.
This saying allowed him to pick and choose parts of the program, ultimately stalling his progress. The episode sheds light on the dangers of customizing recovery without proper guidance and emphasizes the importance of adhering to established principles. Monty argues that a lack of clear direction and too many mixed messages in recovery rooms can confuse newcomers, making it harder for them to find their footing.
The conversation is raw and thought-provoking, challenging listeners to reconsider how they approach recovery platitudes. Monty encourages a more structured path guided by experienced individuals rather than a DIY approach that can lead to setbacks. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that questions the wisdom of 'take what you need and leave the rest' and offers a fresh perspective on effective recovery strategies.