Billy and Jason
Billy and Jason
155: What to do When Meetings Stop Working? (Sort Of)
155: What to do When Meetings Stop Working? (Sort Of)
155: What to do When Meetings Stop Working? (Sort Of)
Sunday 16th October 2022
Billy and Jason explore what to do when recovery meetings stop working, offering alternative paths and emphasizing personalized recovery.
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!When Meetings Lose Their Spark: Finding New Paths in Recovery
I think the more we do this, the more I learned that recovery is a highly individualized process and things that worked or didn't work for me may or may not work for other people and it's really just like: can we feel safe enough to branch out, try things and see what happens?
What happens when the once-invigorating recovery meetings start to feel like a drag? In this episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of)', hosts Billy and Jason tackle this common yet challenging dilemma. They question the age-old 12-step wisdom that insists it's the individual, not the meetings, that needs to change. Instead, they explore alternative avenues for those who find meetings no longer meet their needs. The duo dives deep into the importance of community in recovery.
Billy shares how the pandemic has disrupted his social connections, previously nurtured through meetings. They acknowledge that while meetings have been pivotal for many, recovery is a deeply personal journey. What works wonders for one might not for another. This episode encourages listeners to feel confident enough to explore new options. Jason recounts a day spent skiing with his kids and a friend, highlighting how such activities can be just as beneficial as traditional meetings.
The hosts also discuss the significance of service in recovery, suggesting it as a way to give back and find fulfillment. Ultimately, Billy and Jason stress that recovery is an individualized process. They urge listeners to experiment with different approaches and discover what truly works for them.
As Billy wisely notes, 'The more we do this, the more I learn that recovery is a highly individualized process.' This episode invites you to join the conversation and consider alternative ways to sustain your recovery journey.