Recovered Podcast

This is an unofficial Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) podcast. This 12 step recovery podcast shares our journey from a life of addiction to a happy sober life. This is the podcast where we see life through a 12 step lens.

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Integrity – Recovered 1384

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To skip the intro, tap 3:25   Developing integrity in recovery is important for building trust, accountability, and authenticity in one’s journey toward sobriety. Integrity is the compatibility between inner convictions and outward behavior. Integrity entails honesty with self and others about mistakes, acknowledging the impact of our actions, and…

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Courage – Recovered 1383

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Surrender – Recovered 1382

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To skip the intro, tap 3:25   Surrender is a fundamental concept in the journey of recovery from addiction, signifying a willingness to relinquish control and accept the reality of one’s powerlessness over substances or other’s behaviors. It marks a pivotal moment of recognition, where individuals come to terms with…

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Hope – Recovered 1381

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To skip the intro, tap 3:25   Hope is not just a desirable aspect but a necessary cornerstone of a recovery program. In the depths of addiction, individuals often feel consumed by despair, powerless to break free from the cycle of substance abuse.  In early recovery, hope provides a beacon…

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Step 11 – Recovered 1380

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To skip the intro, tap 3:25   Step 11 in a 12-step recovery program holds significant importance for both straight and LGBTQIA+ individuals as it emphasizes the practice of spiritual principles and mindfulness. Regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals in recovery often struggle with issues of self-acceptance, shame,…

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Step 10 – Recovered 1379

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To skip the intro, tap 3:25   Step 10 in a recovery program holds immense importance as it emphasizes the practice of ongoing self-reflection and accountability. This step involves a daily inventory of one’s thoughts, actions, and behaviors, along with a prompt acknowledgment of any shortcomings or mistakes. By regularly…

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Steps 8 & 9 – Recovered 1378

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To skip the intro, tap 3:25   Steps 8 and 9 hold significant importance in the journey of recovery within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Step 8 involves making a list of individuals harmed during one’s active addiction and becoming willing to make amends to them. This step fosters accountability and self-reflection,…

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