#281: Sobriety and the Mind's Addiction • The Work of Byron Katie®
AT HOME with Byron Katie • The Work of Byron Katie® PodcastSummary
Greg shares his experiences with addiction and the challenges of navigating relationships post-recovery. He reflects on the impact of his thoughts and beliefs about others, particularly focusing on a former partner who continues to appear in his life. Through a process of self-inquiry, he explores feelings of anger and discomfort, questioning whether his perceptions of her actions are true or merely projections of his own ego.
The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding one's ego rather than fighting against it. Greg learns to recognize how his thoughts create suffering and how to shift his focus from external judgments to internal reflections. He engages in a worksheet exercise that helps him identify the root of his feelings, ultimately leading him to a place of acceptance and peace. The conversation highlights the transformative power of self-inquiry in achieving sobriety and emotional clarity, encouraging listeners to apply similar practices in their own lives.
Show Notes
My guest, Greg, feels that his ex is intentionally trying to hurt him by coming to his AA meetings with her new partner. Through self-inquiry, Greg bravely unpacks his own vulnerability as he questions, Is it true? Sobriety, self-inquiry, and suffering meet in this conversation about the mind's pull toward addictive thoughts. Explore how self-inquiry can help you question what you believe, see your experience differently, and find more freedom in the present moment. Let's all get sober as we do The Work with Greg. The podcast is recorded during "At Home with Byron Katie"—join me live on Zoom on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, starting at 9 a.m. Pacific Time. Register: athomewithbyronkatie.com
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