About this episode
In this episode we discuss the concept of creating value when life is difficult. We reflect on how moments of awakening and gratitude keeps us going and how they can be seen from different perspectives. We reflect on the word God and what it means to us in relation to our AA journey. We end with a short discussion on surrender and the legendary David R. Hawkins M.D Ph.D. “If you are a truly surrendered person, if everything is in the present, gratitude lives with you as a part of your being.” Resources: Letting Go the Pathway the Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins M.D Ph.D. AA Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/ Awakening Process Mandala: https://awakening-101.com/awakening-process/ (00:00) Introduction and Backgrounds: Introduction of hosts Pernilla and Louise. Discussion about their backgrounds and the concept of Awakening 101. (06:30) Concept of Awakening 101 and Spirituality for Modern Individuals: The idea of finding moments of awakening in everyday life. The role of spirituality for modern individuals, especially in challenging times. (12:45) Gratitude in Difficult Situations: Exploring the concept of gratitude in challenging situations. The importance of creating value from difficult experiences. (18:20) Surrender and Forgiveness: Discussion on the importance of surrender and forgiveness in personal growth. Personal anecdotes and reflections on these concepts. (24:00) Practical Spirituality and Parenting: How to incorporate spiritual practices into daily routines and parenting. The impact of emotional awareness and gratitude on personal and family life. (30:15) Interpreting the Concept of God and Higher Power: Personal interpretations of the concept of God and higher power. The role of spirituality and religion in their lives and in recovery programs. (36:30) The Journey of Awakening and Personal Growth: Emphasizing the ongoing nature of the awakening process. Concluding thoughts on personal growth, spiritual development, and the continuous journey of awakening. (40:00) Surrender vs. Letting Go: Discussion on the difference between surrender and letting go, and their implications in personal growth. (43:15) Practical Application of Surrender in Daily Life: Examples of how to practice surrender in everyday situations, particularly in overcoming small obstacles. (46:30) The Continuous Nature of Personal Growth and Awakening: Emphasis on the ongoing process of awakening and personal development, without a definitive end goal. (49:45) Integration of Awakening Concepts in Life: Concluding thoughts on integrating concepts like gratitude, surrender, and forgiveness into daily life, and reflections on the Awakening 101 project.