Steven Shields – Why His Darkest SECRET Saved His Life
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Steven Shields is a Counselor (ACMHC), recovery coach, and founder of Accepted and Unashamed Unafraid, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those recovering from sexual addiction and their families. After beginning his own recovery journey in 2014, he launched a podcast sharing recovery stories and now serves on the executive board of Warrior Heart, hosting retreats for men to reconnect with God and live fully alive.
Today, Steven Shields shares his journey from leading a double life as a church leader struggling with addiction to creating a nonprofit that help others battle pornography and sex addiction. His organization provides judgment-free spaces where individuals can share their stories openly and begin their recovery journey.
Through his work and personal experience, Steven emphasizes that transformation doesn’t require hitting rock bottom, but rather embracing hope and community support. His approach focuses on removing shame from the recovery process, allowing individuals to pursue authentic healing while building meaningful connections with others who understand their struggles.
Larry’s Takeaways
- Crush shame by owning your truth.
- Dominate recovery with warrior tribe support.
- Unleash hope, destroy rock bottom mentality.
What You’ll Learn
00:00 Nurturing Children’s Creativity
07:48 Double Life of Addiction
11:53 Breaking Free from Shame
20:35 The Daily Discipline Battle
24:35 The Paradox of Trying
27:17 Self-Sabotage in Marriage
36:06 Power of Community Support
41:40 Survival vs. Values
47:40 Journey to Shameless Living
52:16 Hope Through Honesty
58:38 Embracing Imperfection Together
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