Mark S.
Mark S.
Service Opportunities - Recovered 1396
Service Opportunities - Recovered 1396
Service Opportunities - Recovered 1396
Wednesday 9th October 2024
Explore how service opportunities can transform your recovery journey with heartfelt stories and practical advice from the Recovered Podcast team.
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About this podcast
Author:
Mark S.
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episodes:
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Episode Overview
- Service work helps build accountability and trustworthiness.
- Even small acts of service can make a big difference in recovery.
- Service shifts focus from oneself to others, fostering community.
- Early recovery experiences often involve simple yet impactful service roles.
- Service opportunities can transform relationships and perspectives.
Service isn't about giving back. It's about transforming ourselves.
Ever wondered how service opportunities can transform your recovery journey? In this episode of the Recovered Podcast, host Mark S. and his co-hosts Lisa, Tony, and Allison dive into the often-overlooked but incredibly impactful topic of service in recovery. The team shares personal anecdotes and reflections on how service work has not only kept them sober but also added a sense of purpose and connection to their lives.
From early experiences like chairing meetings and making coffee to more significant roles like leading Big Book studies, the episode highlights how service helps in building accountability, trustworthiness, and self-esteem. Tony candidly discusses how service can be a 'pain in the ass' but is crucial for staying sober. Allison reminisces about her first service commitment, which involved leading a Big Book table, an experience that lasted much longer than she anticipated but proved invaluable. Mark S.
shares a heartwarming story about how a service opportunity with his wife reignited their relationship and changed her perspective on AA. The episode isn't just about sharing stories; it's also packed with practical advice. The hosts emphasise that service work helps shift the focus from oneself to others, fostering a sense of community and support. They encourage newcomers to get involved, suggesting that even small acts of service can make a big difference in one's recovery journey.
So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and get ready to learn how embracing service can be a lifeline on your path to a fulfilling and vibrant life. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this journey for years, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. Ready to find out how service can transform your recovery? Tune in to this episode and discover the power of giving back.