Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic with Jon Seidl | Episode 461

Contact Jon: https://www.jonseidl.com/confessions-of-a-christian-alcoholic-book

Jon’s book: Finding Rest: A Survivor's Guide to Navigatingthe Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life - https://a.co/d/g1UwG6v

 

Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation:  

Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for theLiberating Truth of God by Jamie Winship -  https://a.co/d/e8paRPU

 

Best Piece of Recovery Advice: "Get to the root to getto the rot!"

 

Song that symbolizes recovery to Jon:  Only Jesus ForMy Pain by Cory Asbury - https://youtu.be/bVJfUZ_oYJI?si=UbrV1j8foqtkBXa_

 

Takeaways

 

Recovery is more than just sobriety; it's about spiritualgrowth.

Radical vulnerability is essential in sharing one's story.

The journey to sobriety often involves multiple steps andrealizations.

Childhood trauma can significantly impact adult behavior andchoices.

Escapism is a common theme in addiction and recovery.

Therapy plays a crucial role in understanding and healingfrom past traumas.

Writing can be a therapeutic outlet for sharing experiences.

Community support is vital in the recovery process.

Acknowledging the root causes of addiction is necessary forlasting change.

Faith can provide strength and guidance in the recoveryjourney. Addiction is often rooted in misordered priorities.

Self-reflection is crucial for understanding one'srelationship with substances.

Idolatry can manifest in various forms, including addiction.

The journey of recovery is a continuous process ofsanctification.

Facing emotions is one of the hardest challenges inrecovery.

Finding hope in Jesus is essential for lasting change.

Daily routines play a significant role in maintainingsobriety.

Literature can provide valuable insights and inspiration forrecovery.

Forgiveness is a vital aspect of healing and moving forward.

Recovery is about choosing life over numbing pain.

 

Summary

In this conversation, John Seidl shares his journey ofrecovery from addiction, emphasizing the importance of spirituality,vulnerability, and community support. He discusses the impact of childhoodtrauma on his life and how it influenced his relationship with alcohol. Johnhighlights the significance of therapy in his healing process and the role ofwriting as a therapeutic outlet. He encourages listeners to understand thatrecovery is more than just achieving sobriety; it involves addressing deeper issuesand finding hope and purpose in life. In this conversation, Jon Seidl discussesthe complexities of addiction, the importance of understanding misorderedpriorities, and the role of faith in recovery. He emphasizes the need forself-reflection, the dangers of idolatry, and the significance of emotionalhealing. Jon shares his personal journey of recovery, highlighting the processof sanctification and the daily routines that support his sobriety. He alsoreflects on the challenges of forgiveness and the transformative power of hopefound in Jesus, concluding with recommendations for literature and songs thatresonate with the recovery experience.

 

Don’t forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!

 

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