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Join former police detective and current certified drug and alcohol counselor, Michael Koch, invoking positive change and breaking the stigma of mental health issues among first responders.
Episode 133 Step-7 "Revised" Rebuilding From the Inside Out
Positive Connections Radio
22 minutes
4 weeks ago
Episode 133 Step-7 "Revised" Rebuilding From the Inside Out
Episode 133 Step-7 "Revised" Rebuilding From the Inside Out
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Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Jim McLintock and Mike Koch dive into Step Seven of the recovery process, focusing on the themes of humility, letting go of harmful patterns, and the importance of self-awareness.
They discuss both the traditional and secular interpretations of the step, emphasizing the need for action and community support in the journey of personal growth. The conversation highlights the significance of recognizing and addressing character defects, the challenges of change, and the empowerment that comes from choosing to surrender to a higher power or the process itself.
Ultimately, the episode serves as a motivational guide for those seeking to transform their lives through recovery. Takeaways
Step seven is about humility, not humiliation.
Letting go of harmful patterns creates space for growth.
It's important to recognize what no longer serves us.
Change starts with self-awareness and willingness.
You don't have to fix everything alone; community support is vital.
Progress is more important than perfection in recovery.
Life is an inside job; real change comes from within.
Letting go of the past is essential for moving forward.
Choosing to change is more empowering than feeling forced to change.
Building new habits takes time and patience.
Chapters00:00 Introduction to Step Seven 02:46 The Secular Perspective on Step Seven 05:23 Encouragement and Support in Recovery 08:04 The Importance of Self-Awareness 10:49 Transformation Through Humility 13:25 Building New Patterns 15:57 The Inside Job of Recovery 19:00 Choosing Change Over Comfort 21:30 Conclusion and Call to Action
“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”
Join former police detective and current certified drug and alcohol counselor, Michael Koch, invoking positive change and breaking the stigma of mental health issues among first responders.
