Lesson #8

HOW DID I GET THIS WAY?

Ond of the most common questions I get about addiction is, “How did I get this way?”

This lesson brings understanding to how addiction originates by exploring the key life events we call TAHL: Trauma, Abuse, Heartbreak, and Loss.

These are the events that form a demarcation line in our lives. We are one way before and another way after. There is no going back - and we are changed forever.

These events go on to shape the way we think, believe, and feel about ourselves and the world. We then behave in direct response to them, which are the actions that manifest addiction into physical reality.

In this Lesson, we’ll explore these original experiences, compassionately look at the deep wounds, and bring the medicines of awareness, experience, connection and practice to our aid.

We’ll take a look at:

  • How TAHL events mark turning points that change your beliefs, as well as the attachment to your perception of identity.

  • Addiction isn’t just about fixing symptoms but must address these core wounds.

  • Awareness of these wounds can offer powerful insights and aid your recovery journey.

I look forward to the attention, participation, and questions you bring to this one!

With Blessings,

Randal

Ever wondered, "How did I get this way?" Our latest lesson, delves into the roots of addiction by exploring TAHL: Trauma, Abuse, Heartbreak, and Loss.

These powerful life experiences create a deep "Wound" that shapes our beliefs and behaviors. Understanding your TAHL is a crucial step towards true healing and transforming your life.

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The three videos will walk you through the lesson's material.

Please start and stop them whenever you need a moment to process the information, making sure you get the most out of what’s being shared.

Go at your own pace and remember, no judgment, ever!

Here’s your Member’s link to Lesson 8 Video 1.

This Journey is a foundational piece of The Program. And one that can consistently reveal powerful information.

Don’t worry, there’s no wrong way to do the Journey - just make sure you take note of exactly what you’ve experienced, saw and felt. 

Here’s your Member’s link to the Journey to the 4 Stages.

The Medicine Journey provided insight into Your Broken Heart, now it’s time to take it a step deeper.

Have your pen & paper ready, your space prepared, and get ready to wRite!

Here’s your Member’s link to the Shamanic wRites.

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We’ll pick a relevant subject to investigate, undertake an exercise, and answer questions, whether they’re sent in beforehand, or in real-time via chat.

It is, as always, completely anonymous, so log in and sit back, or dive into the work along with us. I’m looking forward to having you join us!

TAHL again?! Why is this stuff so important?

Don’t hesitate to send along any and all questions - we’ve all been there ; ) Let’s get on the same page right from the start, lay a great foundation and move forward together.

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List of All 52 Lessons

  • Addiction effects every aspect of the whole person: mental, spiritual, emotional and physical.

    Here are the Lessons exploring Principle #1:

    1. Definitions: Alcoholic, Addict, Addicted

    2. Definitions: Addiction

    3. Definitions: Medicine - Part 1

    4. Definitions: Medicine - Part 2

    5. Definitions: Success

    6. The 4 Stages of Recovery

    7. Belief: Where the Wound Is

    8. How Did I Get This Way?

    9. The Yin Yang of Addiction

    10. The Voice of TAHL: Your Limiting Core Belief

    11. Truth vs Lies - The Body Knows

  • Addiction is a cycle.

    Intro to the cycle:

    12. The Chinese 5 Element System

    13. The Cycle of Manifestation - Your 2 Choices

    14 The Cycle of Addiction & The Magic Moment

    15. The Cycle of Addiction - A Step-by-Step Breakdown

    16. The Story of the Two Wolves

    Water 1:

    17. Belief vs Reality - Which is Stronger?

    18. The Power of Surrender

    19. The Lake of Fear

    20. The Power of Dreams

    21. A Shamanic View of Illness

    Wood:

    22. Movement is the Medicine

    23. Qi: Hold the Ball

    24. Belief vs Desire - The Struggle of Me vs Me

    25. Discipline vs Creativity - The Balancing Act

    26. The Power of No!

    Fire 1:

    27. The Fire of Desire - From the Heart or Addiction?

    28. Roll the Dice - And Follow Your Bliss

    29. The Hero’s Journey

    30. Soul Courting - Part 1

    31. Soul Courting - Part 2

    Earth:

    32. Mother and the Divine Feminine

    33. Communion - Through Her Eyes

    34. The Perfect Home

    35. Communion - Nurturance

    Metal:

    36. Empty Your Cup - The Story of the Two Brothers

    37. Addicted to Your Story

    38. Forgiveness - Others

    39. Forgiveness - Self

    40. Grief - A Hidden Treasure of Recovery

    41. Your Capacity and The Graph of Expression

    Water 2:

    42. Inheritance - What Parts of Addiction Are Inherited?

    43. Secrets - What Are Yours?

    44. Your Enemy - The Wisdom of Sun Tzu

    45. Your Family Tree - From Curses to Blessings

    46. Ancestors and Your Chosen Lineage

  • Addiction impacts every close relationship in a person’s life.

    Fire 2:

    47. The Heart’s Protector - The Pericardium

    48. Roles - The Ones We Play in Addiction

    49. Energetics of the Roles

    50. Bonds - The Dance of the Roles

    51. Agreements - It Takes Two to Tango

    52. Currency - The Flow and Exchange