Step-9 (Audio) "Revised" Making Amends: Action Over Apology

Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Episode 141 (72) HALT and Call for BackupStep-9 "Revised" Making Amends: Action Over ApologyCoast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintockSummaryIn this episode, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock dive into Step Nine of the recovery process, focusing on the importance of making amends. They discuss the fears associated with this step, the significance of facing the past, and the various ways to approach making amends. The conversation emphasizes the need for honesty, integrity, and empathy, as well as the role of support from sponsors and the recovery community. The hosts encourage listeners to embrace the courage required to make amends and highlight the personal growth that can result from this process.TakeawaysStep nine is one of the scariest steps in recovery.Making direct amends is crucial for healing.It's important to face the people we've harmed.Amends should be made in person whenever possible.Expectations should be managed when making amends.Support from sponsors can be invaluable during this process.Making amends is about action, not just words.Trust is rebuilt slowly over time.Recovery is a journey that requires courage.Personal growth comes from taking responsibility for past actions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Step Nine02:47 Understanding Amends and Their Importance05:29 Facing the Past: The Process of Making Amends08:15 Reactions and Responses to Amends11:11 The Role of Support in Making Amends14:17 The Courage to Make Amends17:06 The Impact of Amends on Personal Growth19:33 Recovery and the Importance of Community22:30 Trust and Healing in Recovery25:16 Conclusion and Encouragement for the Journey“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”Music by Rod Kim-Let’s Play-SoundtrackFirstresponder-wellness.comMentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.comPositiveconnectionsradio.comMcLintockcounseling.comhttp://www.youtube.com/@HALTandCallforBackuphttps://www.instagram.com/haltandcallforbackup/?hl=en