Surrender Into Strength

Surrender Into Strength

Author: Tom Sutcliffe April 4, 2024 Duration: 32:36

In today’s episode, I'm taking you through my own transformation from a life dominated by addiction to one filled with freedom, meditation, and breathwork.

This episode is close to my heart as I open up about my personal battle with addictions and how a daily 12-step programme, combined with meditation and breathwork, has led me to a more serene and spiritual way of living.

We'll dive deep into the significance of the third step of the 12-step programme, focusing on the power of surrendering to a higher power. It's a journey about finding a new way to live, enjoy life, and how surrendering can unexpectedly be the key to winning your battles.

Whether you're in the throes of addiction, seeking a fresh perspective on life, or simply curious about how to turn surrender into strength, this episode is for you. I'm here to share my story, the ups, the downs, and everything in between, showing you that change is indeed possible and recovery is within reach.

So let's ride this wave together and keep getting better, one day at a time.

Here are the highlights:

(05:28) Explaining “Higher Power”

(10:23) Recovery, healing, and your higher power

(15:34) Committing to your personal growth and recovery

(21:37) Spirituality - even if it’s not your “thing”

(26:28) It's all about trust 



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Tom Sutcliffe used to work as an electrician, but these days you’re more likely to find him guiding people through breathwork in North Wales. His The (Not Very) Spiritual Podcast comes from that unexpected shift, offering a grounded, often humorous take on personal transformation. He’s not here with lofty promises or obscure jargon; instead, Tom shares the practical lessons from his own path through recovery, stress, and figuring things out. Each episode feels like a candid conversation, weaving together themes of mental resilience, physical well-being, and the cultural ideas we attach to self-improvement. You’ll hear honest discussions about navigating addiction, managing daily pressures, and how simple tools like conscious breathing can create real change. It’s a podcast for anyone who’s ever felt a bit adrift or skeptical of purely spiritual solutions, providing relatable stories and actionable insights without the pretense. The focus is on what actually works in the messy reality of everyday life, blending personal experience with broader thoughts on health and society. Tune in for a refreshingly direct and compassionate take on getting by and growing stronger.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 14

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