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In this episode of Recover Your Soul, I open up about the real and sometimes painful work of loving ourselves fully—both the light and the shadow. We live in a world that says “be authentic,” while at the same time pushing perfection through filters, quick fixes, and unrealistic expectations. It’s no wonder we feel torn between who we really are and who we think we’re supposed to be.

Through the lens of Soul Recovery, we explore what happens when we stop criticizing ourselves with words we’d never say to a friend, and instead begin practicing self-compassion in real life. Together, we’ll look at the deeper patterns and beliefs that keep us stuck in not-enoughness, and how those wounds can finally be revealed and healed.

Your soul already knows the truth—you are whole, holy, and perfectly enough as you are. When we choose love over fear and release the need to live up to others’ expectations, we remember our sovereignty and step into our unlimited nature.

Join me in this conversation about authenticity, aging, self-compassion, and the courage to honor yourself for exactly who you are. You are remembering your wholeness, and in that remembering, you are free.

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When the world feels overwhelming—whether it’s family struggles, the pain of watching a loved one in addiction, or the heaviness of our collective challenges—it’s easy to believe that peace will come once everything “out there” finally settles down. But in Soul Recovery, we learn that waiting for the outside world to change keeps us trapped in fear and frustration. The real transformation begins when we turn inward.

In this episode, I share how I’ve been navigating real-life challenges with my family, including my son’s addiction, and how the Soul Recovery process reminds us that we are powerless over others—but never powerless within ourselves. When we shift our focus from control to compassion, from fear to love, we begin to find clarity, strength, and the ability to show up with grace in even the most difficult circumstances.

Turning within isn’t an escape from life—it’s the way to live it more fully, with peace and sovereignty.

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Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I'm only as happy as my least happy child"? This seemingly loving sentiment actually reveals a profound codependent belief that makes us responsible for others' emotions while neglecting our own healing journey. As I discovered with my own family, no amount of fixing or controlling could make my unhappy child happy—that was his journey to walk. Only when I released my grip on controlling outcomes and turned inward did things begin to transform.

Perfectionism, helping behaviors, and our need to "fix" others often masquerade as positive traits—but they're actually sneaky forms of codependency that keep us trapped in cycles of control. When we obsess over making everything perfect or rush to save others from their emotions, we're not being helpful—we're attempting to manage our own discomfort and create safety through control.

The 9-Step Soul Recovery Process offers a spiritual path out of these patterns. Through this process, we replace the drive to fix others with self-compassion, embrace new beliefs about our inherent worthiness, and shift our lens from fear to love.

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not allied or representative of any organizations or religions, but is based on the opinions and experience of Rev. Rachel Harrison or guests. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Take what you need and leave the rest.

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Individual Sou Recovery work can create temporary disconnection in relationships as both partners evolve at different rates and in different ways. The 9-Step Soul Recovery Process offers a path to navigate these challenges by focusing first on healing ourselves rather than trying to change our partners.

Check out Part 2 on the Recover Your Soul Bonus Podcast for FREE and paid Patreon Members and Apple Podcast subscribers. These subscriptions support this podcast and YOUR Soul Recovery for less than a cup of coffee a month!
• Working separate recovery programs can make couples feel like they're drifting apart
• Relationship counseling often fixates on fixing problems rather than promoting personal growth
• Most relationship difficulties stem from projecting our unhealed wounds onto our partners
• True healing happens when we stop blaming others and examine our own reactions
• Recovery transforms us completely—like caterpillars becoming butterflies
• As we shed old identities, we must create new ways of relating to each other
• No relationship can fill the emptiness within that only spiritual connection can satisfy
• Relationship provides one of the most profound opportunities for spiritual growth
• Safety (emotional and physical) is a prerequisite for deep relationship healing work

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In this week’s episode of the Recover Your Soul Podcast, we go right to the heart of the question—what is the soul, and what does it mean to truly recover it? For some, this may feel like a brand-new conversation. For others, it may be a familiar curiosity or even a long-standing knowing. Wherever you are on your path, you are welcome here.

Together, we explore ideas of reincarnation, karma, and the higher self through the gentle, practical lens of Soul Recovery. Instead of rigid answers or dogma, I invite you into curiosity—because recovering your soul isn’t about becoming something you’re not, it’s about remembering what has always been within you.

We’ll look at how different spiritual traditions describe the soul, why our unique gifts and challenges are part of a larger journey, and how even painful experiences can be seen as opportunities for growth and awakening. My hope is that you leave this conversation feeling safe, inspired, and reminded that you are already whole, already connected, and always supported by something greater still.

If you’ve ever wondered who you really are beneath the patterns and stories, or if you’re ready to deepen your relationship with your higher self I know this episode will support your Soul Recovery journey.

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not allied or representative of any organizations or religions, but is based on the opinions and experience of Rev. Rachel Harrison or guests. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Take what you need and leave the rest.

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In this episode of the Recover Your Soul Podcast, we explore one of the most important and tender parts of the Soul Recovery journey—making peace with painful memories. When we hold on to resentment, we keep ourselves tied to the very moments that wounded us, replaying them again and again in our minds and bodies. True freedom comes not from erasing the past or pretending it didn’t happen, but from meeting those memories with compassion, grace, and forgiveness—first for ourselves, and then, when we’re ready, for others.

As I continue to work on my own memoir, I’ve been revisiting some of the most difficult years of my life, and it has reminded me that every story, even the painful ones, can be seen through a new lens when we invite in spiritual awakening and Soul Recovery. This is not about minimizing the harm or excusing others—it’s about choosing to release the grip of resentment so we can live fully in the present, whole and authentic. Join me as we talk honestly about how to move from grievance to peace, and how the 9-Step Soul Recovery Process offers a path to let go of what was and step into the freedom of who you truly are.

I mention Mattie who is helping me in writing this book as a collaborator. Visit her website if you are ready to write your book too!!!

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This week, I’m sharing something special with the whole Recover Your Soul community — an episode that originally aired on the Bonus Podcast back in June. The Bonus Podcast is where we take a deeper dive into Soul Recovery, with spiritual book studies, guest conversations, and real-life reflections inspired by Al-Anon, metaphysics, and the healing journey within. If you’ve never tuned in, I wanted you to experience the richness of these episodes for yourself — and if you love it, you can join us as a free or paid member on Patreon, or as an Apple Podcast subscriber, where there are over 200 bonus episodes waiting for you.

In this episode, we explore “Love and Surrender” — a powerful Al-Anon reading that speaks to the moment we finally release the day-to-day pain and guilt of trying to fix someone else’s life. Through the lens of Soul Recovery, we talk about letting go of the illusion of control, setting healthy boundaries, and choosing our own healing over managing another person’s journey. Whether it’s with a child, spouse, or someone else you love, this is about opening our hearts to unconditional love — the kind that allows others to have their own experiences, while we stay grounded in our own spiritual connection and well-being.

This is the work of Soul Recovery: moving from enmeshment and exhaustion into compassion, clarity, and freedom. I hope you’ll listen, let it sink in, and feel encouraged to walk this path with us.

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not allied or representative of any organizations or religions, but is based on the opinions and experience of Rev. Rachel Harrison or guests. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Take what you need and leave the rest.

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In this week’s episode, I sit with a heartfelt question from our community—how do we hold someone accountable without slipping into control and codependence?—and we look honestly at what true support really is, including whether asking a spouse to “prove” sobriety crosses a line; from a Soul Recovery perspective, we remember that we are powerless over other people and powerful within ourselves, so instead of policing or shaming, we practice loving detachment, clear boundaries, and compassionate curiosity—asking, “What would truly support you?” while staying anchored in our own healing. The hard truth is we cannot make anyone recover, and when we try to manage their journey it often comes from our own fear and wounds—which means it’s an invitation back to our inner work.

This episode begins a new two-part experiment, and on Friday’s Bonus podcast by subscription, I’ll take you deeper, applying the 9-Step Soul Recovery Process to dig deeper in the 'how to' on this topic.

Listen to the Bonus Friday Podcast as an Apple Podcast subscriber or for FREE the first week as a Free Patreon Member- this is a great way to support the Recover Your Soul Community AND get access to over 200 past episodes that lean into Al-Anon through the lense of Soul Recovery, spiritual book studies and impactful interviews.

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not allied or representative of any organizations or religions, but is based on the opinions and experience of Rev. Rachel Harrison or guests. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Take what you need and leave the rest.

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