Robert McClellan
Robert McClellan
Real Sobriety Ep. 36
Real Sobriety Ep. 36
Real Sobriety Ep. 36
Friday 23rd September 2016
Robert McClellan explores if traditional 12 Step meetings are still relevant today, highlighting the rise of online recovery communities.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Step Meetings in the Digital Age: Are They Still Essential?
We may be witnessing the greatest reshaping of the addiction recovery model in history.
In a world where smart phones and instant communication dominate, do traditional 12 Step meetings still hold value for those in recovery? That's the question Robert McClellan tackles in this episode of the Real Sobriety Podcast. Robert starts by sharing his personal journey with step meetings and observes a noticeable decline in attendance over the years. He then raises a crucial question: What are people in recovery doing instead to stay clean and sober?
Robert highlights the growing trend of online recovery communities. From podcasts to YouTube channels and recovery forums, people are finding new ways to connect and support each other. He mentions his friends at the Since Right Now Podcast as an example of those who have embraced these digital alternatives. The discussion shifts to how these online platforms might be reshaping the traditional recovery model. The heart of the episode is the importance of making connections.
Whether through physical meetings or digital communities, building relationships is key to any recovery journey. Robert emphasizes that this paradigm shift towards online support could be one of the most significant changes in the history of addiction recovery. By the end of the episode, Robert encourages listeners to be part of this evolving landscape. He invites them to make history by forging new connections and embracing the diverse ways to find support in today's digital age.
This episode offers valuable insights into the modern challenges faced by traditional 12 Step programs and underscores the importance of community in recovery.