Episode 12 - Gratitude & Awe: Practices of Active Recovery

Do you need immediate help?Suicide Hotline - 988Substance Abuse and Mental Health hotline - 1-800-662-4357Want to reach out? Find us on: Instagram (@chapter3stigma)YouTube (@Chapter3Stigma)Chapter 3 Stigma Website & Blog In this episode of the Chapter Three Stigma podcast, Kyle delves into the second part of a series on the practices of living a life in active recovery, focusing on the practice of gratitude and discovering awe. The discussion draws from personal experiences in rehab and the profound impact these practices had during challenging times with the Kyle's daughter, Lucy. Kyle shares insights on how gratitude practices, conducted twice daily, contributed significantly to a more positive outlook on life, enhancing moments of awe and wonder. The episode encourages listeners to start simple with their gratitude practice, highlighting the importance of specificity and the potential for gratitude to deepen relationships and improve overall wellbeing. Kyle also shares a touching reflection on finding gratitude and meaning through the loss of his daughter, demonstrating the profound depth gratitude and awe can bring to one's life, even in the face of adversity.01:33 The Power of Gratitude in Recovery06:55 Experiencing Awe and Its Impact13:09 Implementing Gratitude Practices: A Guide17:15 Concluding Thoughts: Gratitude, Awe, and Moving Forward