Ronald Chapman: Recent Episodes
Ronald Chapman
Ron Chapman believes there are no self-made men or women. “All I have and all I am came from people and circumstances for which I cannot claim credit. While I don't define myself much anymore as the product of any specific hardship, I have been drawn in ways I could not resist. Had I not been drawn, I could never have succeeded in the face of some daunting life challenges.” One of those key challenges was the battle with addiction, a battle that Ron has waged continuously for three decades of sobriety. During this time he has dedicated himself to helping others through their own Progressive Recovery.
In a time of difficulty and divisiveness, it is important that we remember our core driving force in life is to love and be loved.
In recovery much is said about the concept of “one day at a time” as a way to tackle what feels like the insurmountable task of staying sober long-term. But perhaps further guidance in this matter can come from another practice - Buddhism. In this episode of Progressive Content, The Author of “One Breath at a Time” Kevin Griffin sits down with Ron to chat about Buddhism, his book, and his perspective on the 12 Steps. You can purchase Kevin's book at Amazon: https://amzn.to/2A3RxFh
For the latest episode of Progressive Content, Ron Chapman interviews Rabbi Rami Shapiro about his latest book and his unique take on addiction recovery. Shapiro believes there is much more to the 12 Step Practice than we often work through; in fact, he believes it's meant to be a spiritual practice for everyone.
To learn more about Rabbi Rami Shapiro visit his website here: http://www.rabbirami.com/
How do we forgive after a very long and intense election in 2016? Ron Chapman discusses the strategies and practices of how we can move forward keeping our relationships intact through the path of Forgiveness.
It's normal to sometimes feel lost, whether it be in our personal or professional lives. In this first episode of The Coaching Sessions, two master coaches discuss different approaches to finding our way.
Lindy and Karen, who are considered veterans of addiction recovery, discuss what it's like to go from brokenness to blossoming. If you've ever wondered what potential can be reached through working the 12 Steps, then this message of hope is for you. Please join us for the final episode of the first season of The Recovery Sessions.
Reese speaks with us about how after getting sober, deepening the practice of recovery work leads not only to sustained sobriety, but to improved overall spiritual and mental well-being.
Anita speaks with us about the challenges of learning and growing through addiction recovery; specifically, letting go of being a perfectionist, and accepting the reality of being flawed.
Making amends isn't just about atonement for the wrongs committed against your loved ones; it's about redefining the nature of your relationship based on recovery. In this episode, Ron not only tells his own story, he also details how living the amended life transformed his relationship with his daughters.
Nathan discusses what it means to clear the channel of character defects, to be open to living an amended life, through progressive recovery.
Jacob speaks with us about how struggle - and surrender - are both crucial not only to progressive recovery, but to finding the hope necessary to stay sober.
We open the series by speaking with Phil, who recounts his struggle with powerlessness over his addiction. But ultimately it's that powerlessness that is the cornerstone of his recovery.
Julia shares with us the painful truths that she had to confront about herself and her relationships before recovery from addiction could begin.