http://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther12Steps Further™ emerged as the result of a deep desire within us to share new insights that enhance ones journey of recovery. www.12stepsfurther.com MissenCopyright Skip Sams (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 20:00:00 GMTTue, 09 Sep 2014 17:30:00 GMTSpiritualityBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/bbe64c96-7819-48ec-9cae-e119fad66414_12stepsfurther_logo.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther12Steps Further™ emerged as the result of a deep desire within us to share new insights that enhance ones journey of recovery. www.12stepsfurther.com Missfeeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comspirituality,addiction,karen epps,skip sams,alcoholism,recovery,12 steps,12steps further,narcotics anonymous,twelve steps12StepsFurtherno12Steps Further™ emerged as the result of a deep desire within us to share new insights that enhance ones journey of recovery. www.12stepsfurther.com Missepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/09/09/the-great-awakening--pt-3-of-3Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/09/09/the-great-awakening--pt-3-of-3/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/09/09/the-great-awakening--pt-3-of-3Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:30:00 GMTThe Great Awakening - Pt. 3 of 3www.12stepsfurther.com.  Step 12: part 3. The principles of recovery are the foundation for living a transformitive life. They are applicable in our spiritual commitment to recovery, but when put to use on a daily basis, we are able to have relationships that are deeply fulfilling.  We find that we can have professional lives that are deeply rewarding.  We also find that our view of the world and our participation in society is changed when we live in the integrity we have found when we go 12Steps Further into our recovery.  Join Karen Epps & Skip Sams. 00:31:0012StepsFurthernoAlcoholism,AA,Addiction,NA,Al Anonwww.12stepsfurther.com.  Step 12: part 3. The principles of recovery are the foundation for living a transformitive life. They are applicable in our spiritual chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/09/02/the-great-awakening--pt-2-of-3Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/09/02/the-great-awakening--pt-2-of-3/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/09/02/the-great-awakening--pt-2-of-3Tue, 02 Sep 2014 17:30:00 GMTThe Great Awakening - Pt. 2 of 3www.12stepsfurther.com "Having had a spiritual awakening ... we tried to carry this message to addicts/alcoholics"... how do we carry this message?  We have learned from experience of working the past eleven steps that persuasion and coersion do not serve anyone.  What has transformed us is living the principles of recovery and this living proof often attracts others to our message of recovery.  Yet what is a 12th step call? Today Karen Epps & Skip Sams explore the what what it means to carry the message of recovery.   00:31:0012StepsFurthernoAlcoholics Anonymous,Al-Anon,AA,Narcotics Anonymous,Karen Eppswww.12stepsfurther.com "Having had a spiritual awakening ... we tried to carry this message to addicts/alcoholics"... how do we carry this message?  We have leahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/08/11/12steps-further--the-great-awakening-pt-1-of-3Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/08/11/12steps-further--the-great-awakening-pt-1-of-3/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/08/11/12steps-further--the-great-awakening-pt-1-of-3Mon, 11 Aug 2014 17:00:00 GMT12Steps Further - The Great Awakening Pt. 1 of 3The Spiritual Awakening is a process that has been gifted to us one day at a time through our recovery.  Every day has been a miracle full of lessons and blessings that have carved  on our hearts and minds the impressions that have transformed us into enLightened ones as ones who have gone through the 12 steps.  What a JOY that we GET to carry this message our experience, strength and hope so others may also experience this miracle.  00:33:0012StepsFurtherno12 steps,Addiction,Alcholism,AA,Alcholics AnonymousThe Spiritual Awakening is a process that has been gifted to us one day at a time through our recovery.  Every day has been a miracle full of lessons and blessihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/08/05/let-the-cat-out-of-the-bagSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/08/05/let-the-cat-out-of-the-bag/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/08/05/let-the-cat-out-of-the-bagTue, 05 Aug 2014 17:30:00 GMTLet the Cat out of the Bag!Have you ever heard these words, "Don't tell so-so that I told you"? Happens all the time, someone shares a "secret" that was told in confidence. But what about our own secrets? The things we are embarrassed or ashamed of? Or the times we cover for someone else when we know it's wrong? In all these situations we're left holding the bag with our emotions (the cat) fighting and clawing for resolution. Steps 4 & 5 give us the tools we need to let the cat out of the bag and approach true peace of mind. 00:32:0012StepsFurthernoalcoholism,Alcoholics Anonymous,Skip Sams,Karen Epps,secretsHave you ever heard these words, "Don't tell so-so that I told you"? Happens all the time, someone shares a "secret" that was told in confidence. But what abouthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/07/29/12steps-further--ive-got-thisnotSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/07/29/12steps-further--ive-got-thisnot/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/07/29/12steps-further--ive-got-thisnotTue, 29 Jul 2014 17:30:00 GMT12Steps Further - I've Got This...Not!"I've got this" is a phrase that can be dangerous for the addict/alcoholic.  There is a difference between confidence and cockiness.  We can have confidence that the spiritual principles of the twelve steps are the solution to a better way of life and full of promise.  As our recovery elvolves, so do our lives evolve, giving us the opportunity to learn and grow through the experience of applying the principles in our every day practice of being with ourself, interacting with others.  In this episode of 12Steps Further, Karen Epps & Skip Sams talk about the process of always learning through recovery . 00:30:0012StepsFurthernoalcoholism,alcohol,addiction,Addictions,Skip Sams"I've got this" is a phrase that can be dangerous for the addict/alcoholic.  There is a difference between confidence and cockiness.  We can have confidence thahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/27/what-is-a-12steps-further-retreatSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/27/what-is-a-12steps-further-retreat/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/27/what-is-a-12steps-further-retreatFri, 27 Jun 2014 13:00:00 GMTWhat Is A 12Steps Further™ Retreat?In this episode, guest host, Coach Carla interviews the co-founders of 12Steps Further™ to gets them to open up about their personal recovery and to share their shared vision for taking 12Steps Further™ from radio to live events and retreats.  With the upcoming AWAKENING YOUR HIGHER SPIRITUALITY retreat at Awaken Whole Life Center, October 10-12, after listening to this episode you will be intrigued, encouraged and inspired to join in and take 12Steps Further™ If you are deeply rooted in your recovery, have a strong working knowledge of the 12 steps and are ready to spiral even higher into your spiritual connection, we invite you to join us for the 12Steps Further™  AWAKENING YOUR HIGHER SPIRITUALITY retreat at the Awaken Whole Life Center, October 10-12, 2014.   This retreat is for 24 guest maximum, so reserve your slot today.  AWAKENING YOUR HIGHER SPIRITUALITY Gather with others who are committed to recovery as a path of transformation. Members of all 12-Step fellowships are welcome at this 12Steps Further™ retreat to bring their experience, strength and hope to explore and share our spiritual practices.  01:01:0012StepsFurthernoalcoholism,ALANON,addiction,recovery,Recovery from addictionIn this episode, guest host, Coach Carla interviews the co-founders of 12Steps Further™ to gets them to open up about their personal recovery and to share theirhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/17/12steps-further--boundary-patrolSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/17/12steps-further--boundary-patrol/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/17/12steps-further--boundary-patrolTue, 17 Jun 2014 16:30:00 GMT12Steps Further™ - Boundary PatrolSetting and keeping good boundaries for one's self is like an artform...it takes a lot of trial and error and a lot of dedication. We've heard about them and we know we should have them, but many of us kow that we have a problem with understanding what they are.  In this half hour, Karen and Skip share their experience, strength and hope of 34 years combined years of recovery and what they have come to know of self care in the form of setting good boundaries. 00:31:0012StepsFurtherno12 steps,alcoholism,Alcoholics Anonymous,addiction,addiction recoverySetting and keeping good boundaries for one's self is like an artform...it takes a lot of trial and error and a lot of dedication. We've heard about them and wehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/11/12steps-further--in-all-things-thank-youSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/11/12steps-further--in-all-things-thank-you/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/11/12steps-further--in-all-things-thank-youWed, 11 Jun 2014 17:00:00 GMT12Steps Further™ - In All Things, Thank YouHow abundantly blessed we truly are!  Even in the darkness, there is always light if we choose to see it.  The simple words "thank you" are the light switch that can transform any disaster into a miracle of recovery.  In this half hour special of 12Steps Further, Skip Sams shares some upbeat and inspirational music from various artist with the same theme of "Gratitude" and "Thank You".  It may be one you may listen to once and book mark the link to listen to over and over again and share with a friend.  Happy Listening! 00:36:0012StepsFurtherno12Steps Further,alcholism,addiction,recovery,gratitudeHow abundantly blessed we truly are!  Even in the darkness, there is always light if we choose to see it.  The simple words "thank you" are the light switch thahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/04/12steps-further--guest-brian-bj-elliottSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/04/12steps-further--guest-brian-bj-elliott/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/04/12steps-further--guest-brian-bj-elliottWed, 04 Jun 2014 18:00:00 GMT12Steps Further - Guest Brian BJ Elliott12Steps Further™ - Join Skip Sams as his guest, author Brian "BJ" Elliott, offers "Hope Through Courage" by sharing about his life as a Crystal Meth addict. Walking out of Hell, BJ's tells his powerful story using some AmaZing original acronyms that will fill your heart with L.O.V.E., give your spirit a new H.O.P.E. and leave you with a big juicy S.M.I.L.E. :-) 00:30:0012StepsFurtherno12Steps Further,12 steps,Alcoholism,Addiction,Crystal Meth12Steps Further™ - Join Skip Sams as his guest, author Brian "BJ" Elliott, offers "Hope Through Courage" by sharing about his life as a Crystal Meth addict. Walhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/03/hope-through-courage--guest-brian-bj-elliottSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/03/hope-through-courage--guest-brian-bj-elliott/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/06/03/hope-through-courage--guest-brian-bj-elliottTue, 03 Jun 2014 22:30:00 GMTHope Through Courage - Guest Brian BJ ElliottJoin Skip Sams as his guest, author BJ Elliott, offers "Hope Through Courage" by sharing about his life as a Crystal Meth addict. Walking out of Hell, BJ's amazing story of triumph will touch your heart. He shares some beautiful and amazing insight with new acronyms that will give you new H.O.P.E., fill your heart with L.O.V.E., and make you S.M.I.L.E. 00:30:0012StepsFurthernoRecovery,12Steps Further,Skip Sams,Karen Epps,Brian BJ ElliottJoin Skip Sams as his guest, author BJ Elliott, offers "Hope Through Courage" by sharing about his life as a Crystal Meth addict. Walking out of Hell, BJ's amazhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/20/mirror-mirror-on-the-wall-pt-1-of-2Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/20/mirror-mirror-on-the-wall-pt-1-of-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/20/mirror-mirror-on-the-wall-pt-1-of-2Tue, 20 May 2014 17:30:00 GMTMirror Mirror On the Wall (pt. 1 of 2)We often look in the mirror and see our defects and accept this as our truth.  This creates an insane belief that we are ugly not only on the outside, but especially on the inside.  By affirming this as our reality we deny our real Truth that we are one with God. In this two-part series, Karen and Skip explore how steps 6 & 7 can be used as tools to change the insane distorted images of ourselves to see the reflections of the true, beautiful and sane images of the Divine that we are.    00:31:0012StepsFurtherno12Steps Further™,12 Steps,Recovery,Alcoholism,addictionWe often look in the mirror and see our defects and accept this as our truth.  This creates an insane belief that we are ugly not only on the outside, but espechttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/13/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeee-conclusionSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/13/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeee-conclusion/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/13/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeee-conclusionTue, 13 May 2014 17:30:00 GMT12Steps Further™ - You & Me makes Weeee: ConclusionWhat are the contours and characteristics of an awakened mutuality? What constitutes a vibrantly alive "WE" space? In today's conversation Karen & Skip share their perspective on ways each of us can create the kind of deepened experience of relationship we crave and deserve! Join us for the conclusion of this rich series. 00:31:0012StepsFurthernoSkip Sams,Karen Epps,recovery,relationships,alcoholismWhat are the contours and characteristics of an awakened mutuality? What constitutes a vibrantly alive "WE" space? In today's conversation Karen & Skip share thhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/06/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeee-pt-2Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/06/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeee-pt-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/05/06/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeee-pt-2Tue, 06 May 2014 17:30:00 GMT12Steps Further™ - You & Me makes Weeee Pt. 2Relationships come in all shapes and sizes.  We have relationships with friends, family, lovers, co-workers.  We also have relationships with people we don't like very well: the lawyer who didn't represent you well and lost your case, your partner's boyfriend on-the-side, or  the annoying driver who cut you off on the freeway today.  The truth is all of these relationships are holy in nature because we are all holy expressions of LOVE.  In this episode, Karen and Skip discuss using our tools in the awakened territory of recovery, aka the restored state of sanity. 00:30:0012StepsFurtherno12Steps Further,12 Steps,Alcoholism,Addiction,recoveryRelationships come in all shapes and sizes.  We have relationships with friends, family, lovers, co-workers.  We also have relationships with people we don't lihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/29/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeeeee-1Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/29/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeeeee-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/29/12steps-further--you-me-makes-weeeeee-1Tue, 29 Apr 2014 17:30:00 GMT12Steps Further™ - You & Me makes Weeeeee!Relationships are undeniably the most important element of our existance...on the human and spiritual planes.  They comfort us, they encourage us, they challenge us,  and sometime they down right piss us off!  Relationships teach us to love one another but most of all, teach us to love ourselves.  00:31:0012StepsFurthernorecovery,12steps further,alcoholism,addiction,Skip SamsRelationships are undeniably the most important element of our existance...on the human and spiritual planes.  They comfort us, they encourage us, they challenghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/08/12steps-further--who-do-i-think-i-amSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/08/12steps-further--who-do-i-think-i-am/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/08/12steps-further--who-do-i-think-i-amTue, 08 Apr 2014 13:30:00 GMT12Steps Further™ - Who Do I Think I AM?Our identities our all we have that is ours, each unique to our selves.  We are afraid of losing our identity because others may ruin our credit, our reputation, our name.  Yet we create our own identity by mindfully placing words after I AM.....  and being aware of the intention when we do say, Hello, I am Skip, I AM an amazing recovering . . . .  00:30:0012StepsFurthernoidentity,alcoholism,identity theft,addiction,Skip SamsOur identities our all we have that is ours, each unique to our selves.  We are afraid of losing our identity because others may ruin our credit, our reputationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/01/symptoms-of-a-dry-drunkSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/01/symptoms-of-a-dry-drunk/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/04/01/symptoms-of-a-dry-drunkTue, 01 Apr 2014 17:30:00 GMTSymptoms of a Dry DrunkWell suffice to say, being a dry drunk has nothing to do with thirst. There is however a definite "parchness" that exists when we get to the point of being a dry drunk. If left unattended our recovery becomes painful and we can find ourselves feeling restless, irritable, and discontent. But we can get past this period of dryness without having to act on our addiction.  Join Karen Epps for a walk to the well of inspiration and get yourself whet! 00:30:0012StepsFurthernorecovery,karen epps,skip sams,dry drunk,spiritualityWell suffice to say, being a dry drunk has nothing to do with thirst. There is however a definite "parchness" that exists when we get to the point of being a drhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/03/13/12steps-further--good-grief-thank-you-godSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/03/13/12steps-further--good-grief-thank-you-god/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/03/13/12steps-further--good-grief-thank-you-godThu, 13 Mar 2014 22:00:00 GMT12Steps Further™ - Good Grief! Thank you, God?Grief.  Where is the good in this? Where is God in this? It doesn't matter how we lost them, they have transitioned from this physical existance and words cannot express the feelings.   In this 30 minute episode, Skip shares his personal grief with some music and words that are helping him through the process of grieving his the loss of his longtime companion.  "It's what we do in the 12 Step rooms, we share our experience so that it may bring others some hope and we may be encouraged in return."  Dedicated to the memory of Michael N. 00:30:0012StepsFurthernoalcoholism,addiction,recovery,12 steps,Skip SamsGrief.  Where is the good in this? Where is God in this? It doesn't matter how we lost them, they have transitioned from this physical existance and words cannohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/03/04/12steps-further--faith-finances-1Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/03/04/12steps-further--faith-finances-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/03/04/12steps-further--faith-finances-1Tue, 04 Mar 2014 18:30:00 GMT12Steps Further - Faith & FinancesJoin Karen & Skip as they Speak with guest Chere about the promise of overcome the fear of economic insecurity....even in the time of life threatening situations that seem like there is no hope of recovery. 00:32:0012StepsFurthernoRecovery,Alcoholism,addiction,12 Steps,Karen EppsJoin Karen & Skip as they Speak with guest Chere about the promise of overcome the fear of economic insecurity....even in the time of life threatening situationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/02/18/12steps-further-awakening-higher-spirituality--powerlessness-crisis-part-iSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/02/18/12steps-further-awakening-higher-spirituality--powerlessness-crisis-part-i/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/02/18/12steps-further-awakening-higher-spirituality--powerlessness-crisis-part-iTue, 18 Feb 2014 18:30:00 GMT12Steps Further Awakening Higher Spirituality - Powerlessness & Crisis Part IIt's happened to everyone - we encounter a crisis and come to realize it is actually a catalyst for growth. When we confront our own powerlessness in the face of crisis the portal for awakening into true power is opened.  In Chinese, the words "Crisis" and "Opportunity" share the same symbol; they are inextricably intertwined. This knowledge can help you better navigate your recovery and live more fully. Join Karen Epps and Skip Sams as we talk about the transformational quality of crisis.  00:31:0012StepsFurthernorecovery,spirituality,crisis,transformation,opportunityIt's happened to everyone - we encounter a crisis and come to realize it is actually a catalyst for growth. When we confront our own powerlessness in the face ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/02/04/12-steps-further--the-slippery-slope-of-relapseSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/02/04/12-steps-further--the-slippery-slope-of-relapse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/02/04/12-steps-further--the-slippery-slope-of-relapseTue, 04 Feb 2014 18:30:00 GMT12 Steps Further - The Slippery Slope of RelapseRelapse starts long before we take the drink, the drug, or the binge. It begins when we get complacent about our recovery. And the hard part is - it can happen to anyone.  Join me and Skip Sams for a lively discussion on keeping ourselves off the slippery slope.  00:31:0012StepsFurthernoRecovery,12 step programs,spirituality,clean and sober,joyRelapse starts long before we take the drink, the drug, or the binge. It begins when we get complacent about our recovery. And the hard part is - it can happenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/01/28/12steps-further--awakening-to-a-higher-consciousnessSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/01/28/12steps-further--awakening-to-a-higher-consciousness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/12stepsfurther/2014/01/28/12steps-further--awakening-to-a-higher-consciousnessTue, 28 Jan 2014 18:30:00 GMT12Steps Further - Awakening to a Higher ConsciousnessIt is amazing what we can learn when we set aside the aide what we think we know and allow ourselves to open our minds to new thoughts...especially on things we think we already know.  Each week, Karen Epps & Skip Sams explore topics of spirituality from fresh perspectives with special guest, thought provoking topics and plenty of opportunities for listener input.  Join in and join us as we take our recovery 12Steps Further™. 00:31:0012StepsFurtherno12 steps,Recovery,alcoholism,addiction,Karen EppsIt is amazing what we can learn when we set aside the aide what we think we know and allow ourselves to open our minds to new thoughts...especially on things we