About this episode

Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley discuss the parallels between physical rehabilitation and addiction recovery, emphasizing humility and consistent practices.

In this episode of the Catholic in Recovery podcast, Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley reflect on the parallels between physical rehabilitation and addiction recovery, using Father Sean's experience with physical therapy after a foot injury to explore the importance of humility, honesty, and consistent daily practices. They discuss how objective assessments, accountability, and seemingly small disciplines, whether physical therapy exercises, recovery meetings, or sponsor check-ins—are often the very means by which lasting healing takes place, even when their benefits are not immediately apparent. The conversation concludes by considering how Catholic institutions can better accompany those struggling with addiction and emotional wounds, emphasizing the need for greater formation, compassion, and an integrated approach to healing that addresses the whole person.

People in this episode

Host: Scott Weeman

Guest: Father Sean Kilcawley

Topics covered

• relational prayer
• addiction recovery
• physical rehabilitation
• humility
• accountability
• Catholic institutions

Keywords

• relational prayer
• addiction
• recovery
• physical therapy
• healing
• Catholic
• emotional wounds

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