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Science vs. Spirit in Addiction Recovery
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Science vs. Spirit in Addiction Recovery

A push-pull problem with a Yin-Yang answer

Science vs. Spirit

When science and spirit are positioned as opposites and set against one another, the resulting tension can be overwhelming. 

Whether this is an internal battle or a conversation between two people, organizations, or businesses, the either-or, win-lose setup stretches our stress muscles.

We all get this and instinctively know we’ve got to honor—or at least hear out—both sides of the argument.

But let’s face it, when the head hears one-liners like:

  • Follow your bliss.

  • Listen to your heart.

  • Chase your passion.

  • Do what you love.

It cringes.

And when the heart is corralled and led down chutes of:

  • Just the facts, please.

  • Follow the science.

  • Listen to the logic.

  • Do the next thing on the list.

It shrivels.

So, how do these two forces within us reconcile with each other?


Join us as we explore this question—be it for your recovery, personal relationships, or even your business and career. We cover…

A Push-Pull Problem with a Yin-Yang Answer:

  • Science wants control.

  • Spirit wants surrender.

These feel very different:

  • The mind pushes.

  • The heart is pulled.

Transformation:

  • Surrender becomes listening.

  • Control becomes personal responsibility.

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With Blessings,
Randal

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