262: The Hero's Journey Through Recovery with Dr. Michael Cowl Gordon

Published: Dec. 11, 2023, 9 a.m.

b'In a world grappling with addiction, every pathway to recovery is sacred. As we navigate the tumultuous terrain of our own recovery, we find solace and strength in shared stories.\\xa0\\nSuch as this journey of transformation and discovery by Dr. Michael Gordon, author of "The 12-Step Pathway: A Heroic Journey of Recovery." With insights gained from personal experience and expertise, Michael explores the power of the 12-step program and its symbiotic relationship with the concept of the hero\'s journey.\\xa0\\nIn this episode, Duane and Michael also take a deep dive into Joseph Campbell\'s philosophy, unraveling the profound significance of the hero\'s journey in the realm of addiction recovery. Highlighting the call to adventure and the subsequent refusal of the call, they provide a comprehensive breakdown of the hero\'s journey, as well as discuss the courage it takes to face one\'s dark side and make amends, illustrating the potent parallels between the 12-step recovery process and the hero\'s journey.\\nAs they navigate through the intricate stages of the hero\'s journey and link them to the recovery process, you\'ll gain a deep understanding of the emotional evolution that accompanies addiction. While the journey to recovery may be arduous, it\'s a journey within reach for anyone. Tune in and bear witness to the universal struggle for recovery, and the hero within us all \\u2013 just waiting to emerge.\\n\\nIn this episode, you will hear:\\n\\n12 steps and hero\'s journey\\n\\nCampbell\\u2019s influence on the hero\\u2019s journey\\n\\nThe hero\'s journey in addiction recovery\\n\\nConstructing the book intuitively\\n\\nThe importance of the 12 steps\\n\\n\\nFollow and Review:\\nWe\\u2019d love for you to follow us if you haven\\u2019t yet. Click that purple \'+\' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We\\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select \\u201cRatings and Reviews\\u201d and \\u201cWrite a Review\\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.\\nSupporting Resources:\\nBook: The 12-Step Pathway: A Heroic Journey of Recovery\\nwww.michaelcowlgordon.com/book/the-twelve-step-pathway-a-heroic-journey-of-recovery\\xa0\\nNovusMindfulLife.com\\nEpisode Credits\\nIf you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'