Chapters 00:00  Introduction to Step 9: The Transformative Process 03:00  The Courage to Make Amends 05:59  Navigating Complex Emotions in Step 9 08:47  The Importance of Rigorous Honesty 12:02  Facing the Past: Personal Stories of Amends 14:51  The Role of Fear and Shame in Recovery 17:52  Setting Things Right: Taking…

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We are a self-supporting community.  Join us in the following ways: Sustaining Partners  – Join by making monthly donations for one year.  You will receive recovered podcast merchandise, like tee shirts, coffee mugs, and water bottles.  Your name will also be announced each month you donate. Episode Sponsors: Join by making a…

We are a self-supporting community.  Join us in the following ways: Sustaining Partners  – Join by making monthly donations for one year.  You will receive recovered podcast merchandise, like tee shirts, coffee mugs, and water bottles.  Your name will also be announced each month you donate. Episode Sponsors: Join by making a…

We are a self-supporting community.  Join us in the following ways: Sustaining Partners  – Join by making monthly donations for one year.  You will receive recovered podcast merchandise, like tee shirts, coffee mugs, and water bottles.  Your name will also be announced each month you donate. Episode Sponsors: Join by making a…

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Step Eight 04:15 The Importance of Willingness 09:55 Navigating Fear and Shame 18:32 The Role of Spirituality in Step Eight 26:05 Reflection and Preparation for Amends 37:21 Overcoming Shame and Self-Obsession 48:01 Encouragement for Newcomers 50:07 This Week in Recovery   We are a self-supporting community. …

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Step Seven 03:25 Understanding Humility in Recovery 07:16 Character Defaults vs. Defects 10:36 The Role of Spirituality in Surrender 17:48 Changing Character Defaults 23:40 Actions in Step Seven 26:19 Surrendering in Daily Life 32:27 Guilt, Shame, and Spiritual Honesty 37:12 Trauma and Step Seven 43:10 Micro…