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I received that "recovery-contentment-blessing " at this morning's AA meeting. I think for many years I was searching in churches for the best of what I have found in AA, not only genuine and transparent people who are honest, open, and willing to be available, but a non-judgemental atmospher e where concerns and topics can be shared in a safe environment and each member can choose to add their own experience and wisdom. Sometimes I have found such an... Read More
The presenter this morning was caught off guard and "unprepared" to lead with the topic, forgetting she signed up last month for this day....but, she had already "stepped up" at the beginning of the meeting when it was asked "who needs some personal time before we begin..." she shared deeply from her heart about her cravings and near relapse just the day before......For the topic, she simply said, "I've begun the topic already when I began, it's SOBRIETY, and with that I'll pass and listen." ... Read More
I was reminded at a meeting this week about the deep connection between anger and fear.....it's often said that behind the strongest anger is the deepest fear.....That came home as we began our meeting, as always, asking if anyone needed a few minutes time to process something heavy on their heart that was affecting their sobriety.... ...A regular member with almost 3 years sobriety shared that she was so close to relapsing last night because she was physically threatened by another and felt... Read More
It’s no news that the way some people are first stepping into recovery has changed. Traditional means, once seen as the dominant provider of recovery and information, is now having to compete with its own audience. With the rise of high-speed internet and a technology that can "push" information on the masses, everyday citizens are gaining a voice and becoming of service to those in need. Thousands of substance abusers, and those who care about them, are increas... Read More
I chose this color because it matches my recovery friend's temperament, excitement, and fashion. She's from New York, moving out to Minnesota a few years ago to begin to recover and raise her teenage son. We ran into each other at the large coffee pot before the meeting. She was wearing the neatest straw, wide-brimmed hat, calling it "My country girl look." She's a great addition and blessing to our Wednesday 10 AM A.A. group. She is so colorful, unpredictable, not afraid to share he... Read More
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