Rule 62 Foundation

Sober Sense

Rule 62 Foundation

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Monday 5th June 2023

Learn how 12-step meetings can transform lives through community and support. Tune into 'Sober Sense' for inspiring recovery stories.
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64 minutes
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About this podcast

Sober Sense
Author:
Rule 62 Foundation
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episodes:
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The Heart of Recovery: How 12-Step Meetings Change Lives

Episode Overview

  • The hosts share personal experiences, emphasizing the transformation achieved through consistent attendance and active participation.
  • They debunk misconceptions surrounding the cultural perception of AA meetings, showcasing diverse paths to recovery.
  • The episode encapsulates the essence of vulnerability, acceptance, and support, fostering unity and empowerment in the recovery community.
  • The power of vulnerability is illuminated through a moving example of a newcomer's courage and the overwhelming support from the community.
  • The Sober Sense Podcast is presented commercial-free by the Rule 62 Foundation, a nonprofit empowering people in addiction recovery.
The whole fellowship thing, this whole AA thing, I get it. It's not about who's right or wrong. It's about this - 250 people taking the roof off with applause for a kid that they've never met, who has 36 hours of sobriety. That's the power of vulnerability, acceptance, and support.
Why do some people swear by 12-step meetings for their recovery journey? In this episode of 'Sober Sense', the hosts dive into the transformative power of these gatherings. They share their personal stories, showing how regular attendance and active participation in AA and NA meetings have paved the way for healthier, happier lives. The episode breaks down common misconceptions about these meetings, offering a fresh perspective on their role in addiction recovery.
If you're grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is, this discussion sheds light on the importance of community, vulnerability, and mutual support in the path to sobriety.