We would like to invite everyone to check out this new podcaster. He takes an open minded and sometimes hard look at 12 Step fellowships. Some my find him a little rough around the edges but rest assured he loves recovery and the fellowships that have saved his life. I know we are very close :)
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Its hard to not be selfish even for common “earth” people but as addicts it is not only difficult but deadly. We are so selfish it causes us excruciating pain. And this pain is what we use over. That’s the topic here.
We have four audio clips from callers in this episode ending with a great example of the adictive mindset dont judge her to harshly as we are all selfish in this deal and it is something we work on. Her honesty allows us to examine ourselves as well it should.
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I am going to be sending out topic ideas on the news letter. If you want to give your input add your email to the list.
I also added a voice message button using the free odeo service. Now you can click the link on the right and leave me a voice message.
Sorry for taking so long getting this out but I hope you enjoy it. - Bruce
PART 1
Its hard to not be selfish even for common “earth” people but as addicts it is not only difficult but deadly. We are so selfish it causes us excruciating pain. And this pain is what we use over. That’s the topic here.
We have four audio clips from callers in this episode ending with a great example of the adictive mindset dont judge her to harshly as we are all selfish in this deal and it is something we work on. Her honesty allows us to examine ourselves as well it should.
News -
I am going to be sending out topic ideas on the news letter. If you want to give your input add your email to the list.
I also added a voice message button using the free odeo service. Now you can click the link on the right and leave me a voice message.
Sorry for taking so long getting this out but I hope you enjoy it. - Bruce
The big fear surrounding the 4th step is nothing but smoke and mirrors. If you lived through it you can write about it the point is to start. This podcast is dedicated to issues surrounding the forth step.In this episode I discuss the two versions of fourth steps that I have done and my experiences with both. Remember however that your fourth step should be something you discuss closely with your sponsor.
We also have two callers who are having issues this step and my advice to them about how to do this critical step in any ones recovery.
If you are having issues, problems or simply have questions concerning your recovery or the recovery process please call Bruces voice mail line at 206.495.6559.
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I need a break from me. Listeners questions and a new format for the recovery podcast focusing more on you. In this installment where talking about pink clouds, selfishness and spiritual relapse. What’s up!
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Addiction is very serious business and sometimes so can recovery but it is important to remember that we are learning how to ENJOY life today. This means we must also learn how to let our playful child like side out to explore the world if we are ever to find freedom.
The hardest thing we have to learn to do in recovery is ask for help. It threatens many of our core beliefs that we must know everything to be safe. It makes us feel vulnerable and exposed to others which can be nothing less then horrifying. And yet we are able to do it we will find it is nothing less then courageous.
Self Acceptance is possibly the most important form of acceptance there is. The greater our love for ourselves the more love we have to give out. Listens as Bruce walks us through this topic in his own style discussing all kinds of topics including ego, arrogance, perceptions, and many more all directly related to how much Bruce thinks he is awesome.
It all starts with acceptance. If you have not accepted a problem you cannot really find a solution to it. Listen as Bruce Wayne explores acceptance from early recovery to his resent issue with HPV (genital warts). Lots of great information involving both.
Defects of character can be a great tool to discover the issues that lie deep inside of us but if used improperly and powered by shame they only make the problems grow. Explore your defects with love and understanding of where they started. Listen as Bruce Wayne explores many aspects of this truly difficult part of the recovery process.
Recovery is about behavior modification. It is how we save lives, why is it that we do not employ the more effective positive reinforcement method more as apposed to the less effective negative.In this podcast Bruce Wayne discusses many ways in which the fellowships can better utilize positive reinforcement to improve the amount of people working a program. Positive reinforcement has shown it self to be one of the best forms of behavior modification plus adding to the individuals self esteem as they meet the goals set before them.
These are only suggestions, come up with your own ways to use this tool to help people and feel free to post them here.
*sorry about audio quality the next one will back up to spec - blame the dog*
Listen as Bruce Wayne explores traditional ideas of unconditional love to his relationship with his new pup. Exploring the ideas of love, responsibility, and trust the epitome of which can all be found with our canine friends. There are many things we can learn about these beloved creatures. They can also show us how far we have come with our program.
Learn about the true meaning of unconditional love through the eyes of Franklin a young Dachshund who only knows trust when it comes to human beings. There is nothing we must do to earn this trust and that is the true beauty of it.
How does this relate to recovery? Well listen and find out.
“Its a wonderful life” is a story of a man, George Bailey, who has spent his entire life running a building and loan but has nothing to show for it. Never fulfilling his dreams to circle the world and build “great things” he finds he is in crisis, broke and possibily going to prison he considers throwing away gods greatest gift for the life insurance. But God has not giving up on Mr. Bailey yet and in the end he may just find out he is the richest man in town.
This is probably the greatest Holiday story of all time because it reminds the viewer what is really important. So I hope you enjoy this classic from Frank Capra yours to download now.
Well its the holidays. At least when I created this and I know this time is difficult for allot of people in recovery so I dedicated this episode to my thoughts on the holidays in recovery. I also explore one of my favorite holiday classics “Its a Wonderful Life” by Frank Capra. The next podcast is actually the movie ready for download and addition to your video ipod if you like.
I recently was invited to go to Iowa to speak at there anivisery and was astounded at how scuh a small area can have so much recovery. In this podcast I am going to share with you what I shared with them and hope that you find something useful in here. I really enjoyed myself and love speaking about recovery. Obviously since i have a podcast about it.
Today lets talk about Gods plan and how do we know there is a plan. A unique exploration from my perception that God has a plan for me to God has a plan for all of us. Another place where self centered thinking my bear its ugly head is in my relationship to god. But not anymore!
In this episode I will challenge some of the things often heard in the 12 step fellowships today. What is the difference between being proud of my fellowship of choice and recovery type elitism. Listen and decide for yourself.
What are we doing with the gift of time we have received through recovery. In this episode I discuss my changes in perception towards how I now spend my time developing a life worth living. Am I still ruled by fear in many areas of my life or am I moving forward dispite the anxiety associated with change.
In this episode of the recovery podcast we are going to discuss the most important relationships we have with another human being in our entire life. The relationships with our parents. What can we learn from these often misunderstood and always painful relationships. How have our parents truly saved our lives.
Where was God on September 11th. Released on September 11th 2007 this is one mans view on the reasons and issues surrounding this horrific tragedy. Listen as I explore the concepts and beliefs that lead to 1000’s dying and how that relates to recovery. Is your belief centered in love or fear.
In this the third episode of The Recovery Podcast I will be exploring some of my thoughts and beliefs surrounding sex in recovery. From a secular interpretation of the Book of Genesis and the story of Adam and Eve to busting the stigma of the dreaded 13th step follow me as I break the Mindset once again. Challenging you the listener to draw your own conclusions and set down old ideas about human sexuality. A return to innocence. Nothing brings out strong opinions like this topic.
This is the second episode of the recovery podcast. Here I explore the accusations of fellowships such as alcoholics anonymous and narcotics anonymous as being cults or religions. As always I invite you to break the mindset by approaching this issue with an open mind. Lets look at the similarities between the fellowships and cults or churches as well as their differences. Also we explore the example of the Borg and how unity breads strength but can lead to weakness without the influx of new ideas and concepts. I hope you enjoy my second podcast.
The first episode of my podcast will cover common questions people will have about what I am doing and who the heck I think I am :). Here I cover such topics as Anonymity on the web and whether or not I am simply stroking my ego. If you have never listened to a podcast simply click on one of the links listed below. You can also download and listen to it later. I hope you enjoy my first podcast and feel free to leave comments or email me. My email address is in the podcast and will not be listed on this site to prevent spamming. Ok well enjoy my first podcast…
