Recovered Podcast

This is the podcast where life is seen through a 12 step recovery lens. This is a podcast about men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. We have discovered a solution, we have a way out. We have leaned how to live sober and happy. Join us on this journey called life. Email - feedback@recoveredcast.com

Karl M Part 3 of 5 - Recovered 1446 01/03/2026

Karl M Part 2 of 5 - Recovered 1445 12/30/2025

Karl M Part 1 of 5 - Recovered 1444 12/27/2025

Jay S Part 2 of 10 - Recovered 1454 12/26/2025

Step 8 - Recovered 1443 12/24/2025

Step 8 - Recovered 1443 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Step Eight 04:15 The Importance of Willingness 09:55 Navigating Fear and Shame 18:32 The Role of Spirituality in Step Eight 26:05 Reflection and Preparation for Amends 37:21 Overcoming Shame and Self-Obsession 48:01 Encouragement for Newcomers 50:07 This Week in Recovery We are a self-supporting community. Join us in the following ways: - Join by making monthly donations for one year. You will receive recovered podcast merchandise, like tee shirts, coffee mugs, and water bottles. Your name will also be announced each month you donate. Join by making a one-time donation. Your name will be announced as an episode sponsor each time you donate. - You can sponsor our show by donating your vital experience, strength, and hope. Add content to the show. Call in and donate your valuable time. Sustaining Partners Nicole, Tina, Joel, Martin, Ginger, Kim, Amanda, Amy, Jim, Schez, Larry, Mandi, Rebekah, Bryan, Stephen, Jean, Sam. Episode Sponsors Audrey, Tasha, Kurt, Claudine, Chris, Helen, Teresa, Kathy. This episode is for YOU. Recovery Literature Links (Amazon Affiliate Links): Contact Keywords Step Eight, Recovery, Spiritual Growth, Amends, Willingness, Fear, Shame, 12 Steps, Personal Growth, Healing Takeaways Step eight focuses on making amends and reflecting on past actions. Willingness is a crucial aspect of preparing for amends. Fear and shame can hinder the process of making amends. Spirituality plays a significant role in the willingness to make amends. Taking time to reflect before making amends is essential. Shame can prevent individuals from moving forward in their recovery. It's important to focus on actions rather than self-loathing during the amends process. Newcomers should take it one day at a time and do what they can. Support from sponsors and peers is vital during this step. Courage is needed to face both oneself and others during the amends process. Summary In this episode of the Recovered Podcast, the hosts delve into Step Eight of the recovery process, focusing on the importance of making amends and the willingness required to do so. They discuss the emotional challenges of fear and shame that can arise during this step, emphasizing the need for spiritual growth and reflection. The conversation highlights the significance of taking time to prepare for amends, the role of spirituality in fostering willingness, and the importance of support from sponsors and peers. Newcomers are encouraged to take it one day at a time and to focus on actions rather than self-loathing, as they navigate their recovery journey. Titles Navigating Step Eight: The Journey of Amends Willingness and Reflection in Recovery Sound Bites "Step eight focuses on making amends." "Courage is needed to face both oneself and others." "Newcomers should take it one day at a time." /episode/index/show/talktherapy/id/39527795

Step 7 - Recovered 1442 12/18/2025

Step 7 - Recovered 1442 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Step Seven 03:25 Understanding Humility in Recovery 07:16 Character Defaults vs. Defects 10:36 The Role of Spirituality in Surrender 17:48 Changing Character Defaults 23:40 Actions in Step Seven 26:19 Surrendering in Daily Life 32:27 Guilt, Shame, and Spiritual Honesty 37:12 Trauma and Step Seven 43:10 Micro Habits for Daily Surrender 47:42 Advice for Newcomers on Step Seven We are a self-supporting community. Join us in the following ways: - Join by making monthly donations for one year. You will receive recovered podcast merchandise, like tee shirts, coffee mugs, and water bottles. Your name will also be announced each month you donate. Join by making a one-time donation. Your name will be announced as an episode sponsor each time you donate. - You can sponsor our show by donating your vital experience, strength, and hope. Add content to the show. Call in and donate your valuable time. Recovery Literature Links (Amazon Affiliate Links): Contact Keywords Step Seven, Recovery, Humility, Spirituality, Character Defects, Trauma, Surrender, Micro Habits, Guilt, Shame Summary In this episode, the hosts delve into Step Seven of recovery, focusing on the importance of humility and the act of surrendering one's shortcomings to a higher power. They discuss the transition from understanding to action, emphasizing the need for ongoing self-inventory and the role of community support. The conversation also touches on the impact of trauma, the significance of changing character defaults, and practical micro habits that aid in daily surrender. The hosts share personal experiences and insights, providing valuable advice for newcomers in recovery. Takeaways Step Seven is about humbly asking for the removal of shortcomings. Understanding character defects as defaults can foster compassion. Surrendering to a higher power is essential for recovery. Ongoing self-inventory is crucial in Steps Six and Seven. Micro habits can help in practicing humility daily. Guilt and shame can hinder spiritual honesty. Trauma can complicate the process of surrender. Community support is vital in recovery journeys. Changing behavior is necessary for true surrender. Recovery is about building a meaningful life beyond sobriety. Titles Embracing Humility in Recovery The Journey of Step Seven Sound bites "We do it with a community." "I need to pick up the phone." "I am my only trigger." /episode/index/show/talktherapy/id/39449580

Step 6 - Recovered 1441 12/05/2025

Step 5 - Recovered 1440 11/19/2025

Step 5 - Recovered 1440 Chapters Intro 00:00 Topic 02:23 This Week in Recovery 47:48 Phone Calls 53:51 We are a self-supporting community. Join us in the following ways: - Join by making monthly donations for one year. You will receive recovered podcast merchandise, like tee shirts, coffee mugs, and water bottles. Your name will also be announced each month you donate. Join by making a one-time donation. Your name will be announced as an episode sponsor each time you donate. - You can sponsor our show by donating your vital experience, strength, and hope. Add content to the show. Call in and donate your valuable time. Recovery Literature Links (Amazon Affiliate Links): Contact Show Notes: Welcome back to Recovered, the podcast where we walk the Twelve Steps with honesty, humor, and heart. If you've been following along, you know we’ve just completed the "searching and fearless moral inventory" of Step 4. Now, we’re moving into the crucial action step that turns our private work into public freedom: Step 5—Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. It’s one thing to write out the truth in the privacy of a notebook, but it’s an entirely different and often terrifying experience to speak it out loud. Today, we're diving deep into why this act of radical honesty is the true spiritual turning point, the moment we stop holding onto our secrets and finally start releasing the heavy burden of the past. The fear surrounding Step 5 is natural; it's the fear of judgment, of exposure, and of being truly seen. Yet, the overwhelming experience of those who work the program is that this step is not about punishment or shame; it is the moment of pure freedom. Sharing our inventory with another person breaks the destructive cycle of isolation that is the core of addiction and self-will. When we hear our deepest resentments and character defects spoken into the light, they lose their power. Join us as we discuss how choosing the right person, navigating vulnerability, and finally making that admission clears the way for Steps Six and Seven, transforming self-knowledge into actual change and preparing us to be entirely ready for a spiritual awakening. Sustaining Partners: Amy, Jim, Lois, Schez, Larry Episode Sponsors: Claudine /episode/index/show/talktherapy/id/39095090

Step 4 - Recovered 1439 11/05/2025

Step 4 - Recovered 1439 Chapters Intro 00:00 Topic 02:59 This Week in Recovery 43:20 Phone Calls 50:00 We are a self-supporting community. Join us in the following ways: - Join by making monthly donations for one year. You will receive recovered podcast merchandise, like tee shirts, coffee mugs, and water bottles. Your name will also be announced each month you donate. Join by making a one-time donation. Your name will be announced as an episode sponsor each time you donate. - You can sponsor our show by donating your vital experience, strength, and hope. Add content to the show. Call in and donate your valuable time. Recovery Literature Links (Amazon Affiliate Links): Contact Show Notes: Welcome back to Recovered, the podcast where we tackle the Twelve Steps with honesty, humor, and heart. Today, we're taking on one of the most famous—and often feared—steps in the entire program: Step 4. The step that asks us to make a "searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves." It sounds intimidating, like an audit of all our flaws and failures. But after committing to turning our will and lives over in Step 3, this is where the real action begins. This is where we stop playing the victim and start cleaning house, shining a light on the resentments, fears, and selfish behaviors that have been keeping us stuck. It's natural to approach this step with a mix of dread and defiance. Who wants to sit down and meticulously document the "exact nature of our wrongs"? Yet, our experience shows that this inventory is the key to finally getting out of our own way. Think of it not as a list of everything wrong with you, but as an honest self-assessment. You're identifying the assets and the liabilities, the strengths and the defects of character, so you can build a stable future. Step 4 isn't about wallowing in shame; it's about gaining the clarity and self-awareness necessary to truly understand our part in our own chaos. Join us as we share our journeys through the four columns, and discover how facing our fears head-on actually transforms them into freedom. Sustaining Partners: Amy, Jim, Lois, Schez, Larry Episode Sponsors: Claudine /episode/index/show/talktherapy/id/38925375

Step 3 - Recovered 1438 10/31/2025

Step 2 - Recovered 1437 10/23/2025

Step 1 - Recovered 1436 10/15/2025

Popsicle Sticks - Recovered 1435 05/13/2025

Detachment - Recovered 1434 05/04/2025

Mom and Dad - Recovered 433 04/02/2025

Refreshing Your Program - Recovered 1431 03/18/2025

Things That Have Changed - Recovered 1429 03/12/2025

Being Peaceful - Recovered 1427 03/06/2025

Expectations - Recovered 1422 02/13/2025

Dishonesty - Recovered 1420 02/06/2025

Gigi Open Talk - Recovered 1044 11/16/2019

Gigi Open Talk - Recovered 1044 These are the types of episodes published each weekend for Premium Subscribers. If you would like these and the other 1000 episodes available in our back catalog, please consider becoming a Premium Member. The show would not be online without Premium Members Premium members are the main reason why Recovered Podcast is still online. If you want to help us continue to help the new guy, watch the video in its entirety and learn how to become Premium. If you want Recovered Podcast to come to you so you can share your story with us, please reach out to and let me know. We would love to come to your roundup, your conference, your event, your open talk....whatever, we want to carry your message to the person who still suffers. Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions. If you would like to join us, there are three ways. We will recognize you by first name only at the top, mid, and end of the episode. Any amount will qualify. This is the single most effective way to support the show. Watch the video in its entirety and learn how to become Premium We have three ways in which you can participate in this 12-step mission We invite you to be a partner is this work. Call Us Now So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group. This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party. Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at if you want these kinds of updates. For the latest 2020 IC information, click /episode/index/show/talktherapy/id/12059546