The pipe carrier said I need to give up alcohol completely to walk this path, but drinking is how I connect with my friends and I'm afraid of losing my social life along with my spiritual healing.
More people experience this than they realize.
The requirements for authentic spiritual practice are demanding changes that would isolate you from your primary sources of community and belonging.
“Where Are You with Indigenous healing traditions — Americas and Pacific?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.