The Recovery Show

Relapse – Episode 59

Has your loved one relapsed? Did you expect it? How did you react? Today, Spencer and Jessyca talk about Relapse. We structured our discussion around these points and questions: The disease of alcoholism and addiction is chronic, progressive, and eventually fatal. Relapse does not have to be part of the disease, but it is frequently…

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Choice – a guest meditation from Brian

    This ain’t no place for the weary kind This ain’t no place to lose your mind This ain’t no place to get left behind Pick up your crazy heart and give it one more try Ryan Bingham – The Weary Kind   Choice matters. I chose to come to the meeting tonight. My…

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Interview with Michele – Relapse preview – Episode 58

Michele wrote to us last week suggesting that we talk about relapse. She also offered to share her experience with us. I called her to interview her, and realized that her story was powerful and compelling. So, I changed the plan and this episode is our interview with Michele, talking about her 8 year journey…

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Relapse — What is your experience?

As we prepare for our episode about relapse, I am writing to ask you to share your experience, strength, and hope. The disease of alcoholism and addiction is chronic, progressive, and eventually fatal. Relapse does not have to be part of the disease, but it is frequently part of the process. As friends and family…

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Face to face meetings, why are they important? – Episode 57

Have you ever wondered, “Why do I need to go to meetings? Can’t I just read the literature?” Today, Spencer and Wendy talk about Face to Face meetings and why they are important. Our discussion was guided by these questions: What resources have you used / do you use in your program? Meetings Reading Al-Anon…

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