The Home Group - Recovered 1394
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 A home group plays an important role in recovery, offering a safe and supportive environment where individuals can connect with others who share similar experiences and learn about the steps. This sense of community and understanding fosters a sense of belonging, which is crucial for combating the isolation that often accompanies addiction. Within a home group, members can openly discuss their struggles, fears, and triumphs without judgment. This shared understanding creates a space where individuals feel heard and validated, promoting healing and personal...
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Service - Recovered 1393
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Service plays a pivotal role in the recovery journey for individuals battling addiction. Engaging in acts of service fosters a sense of purpose and meaning. It shifts the focus from self-centered concerns to the well-being of others, promoting empathy and compassion. By contributing to something greater than themselves, individuals in recovery build self-esteem, confidence, and a renewed sense of value. Service provides an opportunity to connect with others facing similar struggles, forging supportive relationships crucial for sustained recovery. ...
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The Pink Cloud - Recovered 1392
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 The "pink cloud" phenomenon in recovery, characterized by feelings of euphoria and heightened optimism, can be both a blessing and a potential hazard. During this phase, individuals often feel an overwhelming sense of relief and happiness, believing that they have conquered their addiction once and for all. While this positive outlook can be motivating, it can also create unrealistic expectations about the recovery process. This overconfidence might lead individuals to underestimate the challenges ahead and neglect essential recovery activities such as...
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Sadness Vs Depression - Recovered 1390
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Understanding the difference between being clinically depressed and experiencing sadness is important for effective self-care. Sadness is a natural, often transient emotion in response to life’s challenges, disappointments, or losses. It can feel overwhelming at times, but typically, sadness is manageable and diminishes with time. Sadness might arise due to changes in relationships, or the challenges of adapting to a new way of life. While sadness can be intense, it usually doesn’t persist or significantly impair daily functioning once the immediate...
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People Pleasing - Recovered 1390
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 People pleasing can be harmful for those in recovery, as it often stems from a deep-seated need for approval and acceptance. This behavior can lead individuals to prioritize others' needs and expectations over their own, jeopardizing their sobriety and personal well-being. In recovery, establishing healthy boundaries is important for maintaining sobriety, yet people pleasers may struggle to assert these boundaries, fearing rejection or conflict. The constant pressure to please others can create significant stress and anxiety, which are detrimental to...
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Imposter Syndrome - Recovered 1389
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Imposter syndrome, the persistent feeling of being a fraud or undeserving of success, can plague individuals as they strive to rebuild their lives. This mindset can undermine self-esteem and make it difficult to fully embrace the progress made. It is recommended to focus on self-acceptance and recognize that recovery is a journey, not a destination. Engaging in regular self-reflection, celebrating small victories, and acknowledging personal growth can help individuals see their worth and the genuine progress they have made. Tonight, we talk about The...
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Coping With Someone Else's Substance Use - Recovered 1388
Recovered Podcast
Experiencing a friend’s relapse is profoundly challenging and can evoke a complex mix of emotions, including frustration, sadness, and fear. This situation can create an emotional tug-of-war, where you feel torn between your concern for their well-being and the need to protect your own sobriety. The stress and anxiety from worrying about your friend can add difficulty to your own program, making it essential to find effective coping strategies. Tonight, we talk about Coping with Someone Else’s Substance Use. This week, Chris, Chance, Falisha, Nicole, Breanne, Joel, Martin,...
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Leveling of Pride - Recovered 1387
Recovered Podcast
Leveling of pride is important as it encourages humility, self-awareness, and a willingness to learn and grow. Pride can often be a barrier to progress, leading individuals to resist feedback, cling to rigid beliefs, or overlook the importance of seeking support from others. By leveling pride, individuals in recovery open themselves up to the possibility of self-reflection, acknowledging their vulnerabilities, and embracing the guidance and wisdom of peers, mentors, and support networks. Tonight, we talk about the Leveling of Pride. This week, Virginia, Becky, Kim, Amanda, Shelly,...
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Humility - Recovered 1386
Recovered Podcast
Individuals who approach their recovery journey with humility are more willing to acknowledge their limitations, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. Rather than succumbing to pride or ego, humility allows individuals to embrace the wisdom and guidance of others, recognizing that they cannot navigate the complexities of recovery alone. By humbly accepting support, feedback, and guidance from peers, mentors, and support networks, individuals in recovery can gain valuable insights, tools, and perspectives that contribute to their sobriety and overall well-being. Tonight, we talk about...
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Willingness - Recovered 1385
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Willingness entails a readiness to embrace new perspectives, adopt healthier behaviors, and embark on the journey toward sobriety with an open heart and mind. Without willingness, individuals may remain stuck in cycles of denial or resistance, unable to fully commit to the process of recovery. However, when coupled with a genuine desire for change, willingness becomes a catalyst for transformation, empowering individuals to overcome obstacles, confront fears, and embrace the challenges of recovery with courage and determination. Tonight, we talk about...
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the dictionary says that worry is a state of anxiety and uncertainty
over actual or potential problems.
Worry refers to the thoughts, images and emotions
of a negative nature
in which mental attempts are made[vague]
to avoid anticipated potential threats.[1]
We commonly worry about personal issues
such as health or finances,
or broader issues such as environmental pollution and social or technological change.
Most people experience short-lived periods of worry in their lives without incident;
indeed, a moderate amount of worrying may even have positive effects,
if it prompts people to take precautions
But we are alcoholics, so I suspect our story will include the lack of said precautions
So let’s go to you first ??, and let’s talk about worry before program and what that looked like to you.
Before program, what was your most common worry? How did you cope?
Can worry be bad?
Can worry be good?
What is the opposite of worry?
How do you deal with worry in recovery?
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cut back on stimulation
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change thoughts
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distraction
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self care
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steps
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prayers
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fellowship
What do you do about a worry that is likely to occur?
At what point does worry move from healthy alertness to something unhealthy?
How is worry sobriety threatening?
p. 86 of Big Book
How does the fellowship help with worry?
p. 152 of Big Book
What step can help with worry?
p. 88 of Big Book
What is emotional insecurity?
p. 52 of 12 and 12
What prayer do you use when faced with worry?
What character defect is under worry?
We Have Calls
Elizabeth
Kathy
Jesse from worster
Bronte -
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/14eabc0248ae5ae1
Bill K
Ckyde
Alex
What is your most common worry in recovery?
Do you worry about your sponsses?
Do you worry about your home group?
Do you worry about your relationship with your higher power?
Final Thoughts?