Episode 15: Dynamics of Recovery with Chris Mack

Wanda Webster and Chris Mack have been diligently working in the recovery space.  The genius of their efforts shows in this interview with the stage presence, Chris Mack.  In this episode of the Next Fix podcast, Ryan Penley interviews Chris Mack, an author and advocate for recovery. Chris shares his personal journey of struggle and addiction, starting from his traumatic birth and the yearning for comfort that led to his addiction. He discusses his experience with crack cocaine and his time in prison, as well as his entry into recovery in the year 2000. Chris emphasizes the importance of honesty, service, and not judging others in the recovery process. He also talks about his work in Skid Row, helping those suffering from addiction and homelessness. The principal theme of the conversation is the dynamics of recovery and the journey within oneself. The guest, Christopher Mack, discusses how introspection and reflection are essential in the recovery process. He emphasizes the importance of constantly looking inside oneself, learning from past mistakes, and striving for personal growth. Mack also highlights the significance of authenticity and having a healthy relationship with oneself. He introduces the concept of the five C's (commitment, communication, cooperation, consideration, and compromise) as a framework for building healthy relationships. Mack concludes by discussing his books, 'The Dynamics of Recovery' and 'Isabel Starry Starry Night,' which explore personal transformation and finding one's true nature.

Check out more from Dynamics of Recovery and the dynamic duo at: 

https://www.dynamicsofrecovery.com/

https://www.facebook.com/dynamicsofrecovery

and their own podcast "The Dynamics of Recovery:  From Trauma to Transformation"

Takeaways

• Recovery is a journey that requires hard work and self-reflection.
• Traumatic experiences can contribute to addiction and the search for comfort.
• Honesty and service are key principles in the recovery process.
• Judging others who are struggling with addiction or homelessness is counterproductive and lacks empathy. Introspection and reflection are crucial in the recovery process.
• Constantly looking inside oneself and learning from past mistakes leads to personal growth.
• Authenticity and having a healthy relationship with oneself are essential.
• The five C's (commitment, communication, cooperation, consideration, and compromise) are a framework for building healthy relationships.
• Christopher Mack's books, 'The Dynamics of Recovery' and 'Isabel Starry Starry Night,' explore personal transformation and finding one's true nature.

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