Willingness is Critical to Our 6th StepWillingness is Critical to Our 6th Step
The Intersection of Spirituality, Psychology and Theology
Step Six focuses on the courage to embrace truth and change, addressing denial, shame, and character flaws through spirituality, psychology, and theology.
14:58•28 Jul 2021
Step Six: The Courage to Embrace Truth and Change
“Willingness will result in growth. If you're on this side of heaven, you got something in your life that's creating unmanageability.”
Imagine facing your deepest fears and shame head-on. This episode of 'The Intersection of Spirituality, Psychology, and Theology' dives into the critical role of willingness in Step Six of the 12 Steps of Recovery. The hosts from The Family Afterward Resource Center break down how rigorous honesty and a readiness to change can pave the way for true repentance and healing.
They discuss how denial and shame, often rooted in our upbringing and traumatic experiences, distort our perception of truth and give rise to harmful strongholds in our lives. By embracing honesty and acknowledging our flaws, we can start to dismantle these strongholds and make room for Christ to remove our sinful defects of character. This episode doesn't just talk about spirituality; it weaves in psychological insights and theological principles to offer a holistic approach to recovery.
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences, write them down, and explore the root causes of their struggles with addiction, trauma, and codependency. It's a raw and honest conversation that aims to help you move from a place of fear and shame to one of growth and healing. If you're ready to take a courageous step towards change, this episode is for you.
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