In the episode, you'll learn:
Eric shares his story of his lowest points of addiction that led him to recovery
How shame is usually at the center of the addiction cycle
Why a fundamental aspect of AA is finding meaning in helping others
How one can define spirituality as connecting to what matters most to you in your life
Defining and practicing some o ... Show More
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<p><strong>"As I grew more in touch with my weaknesses, my failures, my emotions, and I was more willing to be vulnerable and share about them, they created a stronger connection with people. It created more communities, it created more resonance in my life the more willing I was ... Show More
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