Recovery Nerd
Recovery Nerd
EP 28 - Sponsorship
EP 28 - Sponsorship
EP 28 - Sponsorship
Tuesday 20th February 2024
Jeffrey and Troy discuss the importance of sponsorship in 12-step recovery, sharing personal stories and practical advice on how to find and be a great sponsor.
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Episode Overview
- Sponsorship is crucial for maintaining sobriety in 12-step programs.
- Trust between sponsor and sponsee is essential.
- Different people need different styles of sponsorship.
- Setting boundaries is important for effective sponsorship.
- You can't help others if you aren't in a good place yourself.
The best way we can ensure immunity or strengthen sobriety is through intensive work with others.
In this episode of Recovery Nerd, hosts Jeffrey and Troy dive into the vital role of sponsorship in the 12-step addiction recovery process. They explore how having a sponsor can be a game-changer for anyone looking to maintain sobriety, sharing personal stories and practical advice from their own experiences. Jeffrey and Troy kick off with a light-hearted chat about their lives, including Troy's exciting move to his first solo apartment and Jeffrey's reflections on staying grounded amidst life’s chaos.
This warm-up sets the stage for a deeper discussion on sponsorship. They unpack what it means to be both a sponsor and a sponsee, emphasising the importance of trust and the unique journey each individual faces in recovery. The hosts highlight that sponsorship isn't about being a crisis manager or a therapist; it's about sharing your journey and offering support based on personal experience.
They also touch on the different styles of sponsorship, from the drill-sergeant approach to a more compassionate and empathetic style, stressing that each person needs something different to stay sober. One of the standout moments is when they discuss the idea that you can't transmit what you don't have, underscoring the need for sponsors to be in a good place themselves before they can help others.
Jeffrey and Troy wrap up with some practical tips for those hesitant about becoming sponsors, reminding us that setting boundaries is crucial. If you're navigating your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in to understand why getting a sponsor—and eventually becoming one—can be transformative.