Ever feel like something’s missing in your recovery journey, even after achieving sobriety? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into why finding purpose is crucial for long-term recovery success. Drawing from Viktor Frankl’s groundbreaking work and real-world recovery experiences, they explore how purpose acts as a compass for sustained sobriety. The hosts break down practical steps for discovering your unique purpose, addressing common obstacles, and understanding why purpose isn’t just a one-time discovery but an evolving journey. Whether you’re new to recovery or have been sober for years, this episode offers actionable insights for building a life filled with meaning beyond just staying sober.
Key Topics:
- Understanding the difference between goals and purpose in recovery
- The role of value exploration in discovering purpose
- How to identify patterns in your life that point to purpose
- Why purpose evolves and changes throughout recovery
- The importance of taking action before feeling motivated
- How community support aids in finding purpose
- Practical steps for building purpose in early recovery
Timestamps:
[00:01:10] Introduction to purpose in recovery
[00:06:00] Viktor Frankl’s influence on recovery and purpose
[00:08:13] Why purpose isn’t always a lightning bolt moment
[00:10:00] Value exploration as the first step
[00:11:52] Starting small while dreaming big
[00:13:34] Overcoming paralysis in finding purpose
[00:15:47] Resources and community support for finding purpose
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