Joe Singer

Cuttin Grass

Joe Singer

  • Making coffee

Making coffee

Saturday 16th April 2022

Joe Singer shares how making coffee mirrors the recovery journey, highlighting patience, joy, and humor on 'Cuttin Grass'.
13 minutes
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Cuttin Grass
Author:
Joe Singer
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Brewing Sobriety: Joe Singer's Coffee and Recovery Reflections

It's kind of like our recovery. Are you happy with what you're doing? Are you glad you're in it? Are you truly in recovery or are you just present in an a? A meeting? Are you making coffee or cleaning coffee grounds?
Ever thought about how making a cup of coffee can mirror the journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'Cuttin Grass', Joe Singer sits down with his morning brew and takes us through a unique perspective on recovery. As he grinds beans and waits for his coffee to brew, Joe finds striking similarities between the patience and care needed in both coffee-making and staying sober.
He dives into the process, comparing planting and harvesting coffee beans to nurturing the seeds of recovery. It's a reminder that both require time, effort, and a lot of heart. Joe also shares an amusing yet insightful story from a recovery meeting about someone who uses crayons to stay sober. Initially baffled, Joe later realizes this quirky method is a lesson in not judging others' paths. Everyone's journey is different, and what works for one might not work for another.
He stresses the importance of being present in recovery meetings and finding genuine joy in the process. With his trademark humor, Joe highlights how laughter can be a powerful healing tool. He believes that taking oneself too seriously can be a roadblock to recovery. Instead, he encourages listeners to approach their sobriety with curiosity and a light heart.
By sharing his personal anecdotes, Joe makes it clear that recovery isn't just about abstinence; it's about personal growth, fulfillment, and finding joy in everyday moments. Joe leaves listeners with a heartfelt call to action: engage fully in your recovery journey, be patient, and always keep a sense of humor. This episode is a blend of wisdom and wit, perfect for anyone seeking a fresh take on the path to sobriety.