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Friends In Recovery - Addiction Recovery Podcast

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Bad-ass Sponsors

Tuesday 28th February 2023

Tune in to 'Friends in Recovery' as hosts discuss the benefits and challenges of being a sponsor in addiction recovery.
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63 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Encouraging
Authentic
Engaging

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Friends In Recovery - Addiction Recovery Podcast
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FIRE NETWORK
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Bad-ass Sponsors: How Helping Others Helps You Too

Sponsorship for me is to keep me out of thinking of self and any time like poor Kathy, poor Kathy, or have a really bad resentment or A Really Bad Day, I was always told to go help somebody, and it's really just god working through me that helps me to help people and I get the direction from him.
Ever wondered how sponsorship works in addiction recovery? In this episode of 'Friends in Recovery', hosts Jersey Ed, Buckeye Bambi, and Super Beth break it all down. They share their personal experiences as sponsors, diving into the benefits and hurdles they’ve faced along the way. Whether you're new to the concept or a seasoned sponsor yourself, you'll find their stories both relatable and inspiring.
One of the hosts mentions how sponsorship keeps them grounded, saying, 'Sponsorship for me is to keep me out of thinking of self and any time like poor Kathy, poor Kathy, or have a really bad resentment or A Really Bad Day, I was always told to go help somebody, and it's really just god working through me that helps me to help people and I get the direction from him'.
The episode doesn't just stop at personal anecdotes; it also highlights the power of community in recovery. You'll hear about the ripple effect of helping others and how it can be a game-changer for both the sponsor and the sponsee. If you’re looking for a mix of heartfelt stories and practical advice on sponsorship, this episode is a must-listen.