Step 10: When Being Right Feels Wrong

In this raw and thoughtful episode of Blindsight, Bill Lundgren sits down with Joe, a longtime friend and retired physician who brings 34 years of personal recovery experience to the mic. Together, they dive into Step 10 of the 12-step program: “Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it.” But as Joe reveals, it’s not always about being wrong. Sometimes, it’s about being right—and still needing to take a step back. This episode unpacks the tricky territory of righteous anger, resentment, and the danger of spiritual pride, especially in a world full of division and injustice. Joe opens up about the personal coal of unresolved bitterness and how Step 10 keeps him grounded, honest, and able to maintain serenity. From real-time reflections on political outrage to resisting hatred when you feel justified, this conversation is a must-hear for anyone striving to stay clean, sober, and spiritually awake in a chaotic world. Chapter Markers: 00:00 – Intro: Time to Fight. Time to Thrive. 01:30 – What is Step 10 and why does it matter now? 04:00 – Righteous anger and how it steals serenity 07:15 – Resentment disguised as justice 10:00 – A personal example: healthcare rage and assassination 13:45 – When resentment turns into internal damage 16:30 – The difference between hopelessness and serenity 18:45 – Anger vs. Resentment: Why addicts must pause 21:00 – Maintaining relationships across divides 24:00 – The challenge of taking a kindly view of everyone 27:30 – Walking away without severing ties 30:00 – Resentment, prevention, and avoiding future amends 32:30 – Choosing peace over being right 34:00 – Final thoughts and hope for those still fighting Contact Info: 📞 Feedback line: (720) 712-8865 📧 Email: [email protected]