Recovered AF

Having recorded this a week ago, it's hard to remember what the hell we talked about. Meetings! We're talkin bout those meetings. We discuss our purpose for being in meetings, our meeting formats, and the meeting etiquette that we like prefer to follow. Also, why Jim Morrison's musical ability couldn't possible compare to Brian Wilson's. I mean, Wilson is a savant, maaaaaaaaan!

The boys head over to Laradise to have a chat with Rhett. From the big house to a doctorate program, Rhett's story is an example of what can be attained through the power of God and the application of this program. Rhett tells us about his conception of God, why working with others is so important, and why it's important to him to offer a positive attitude these days. He also shares his experience with travel, books, and focusing his obsessive nature in positive ways. We really enjoyed our time with Rhett and we hope you will as well!

The fellows start the new year off right by having Megan back on the show. Topics include the start of another year, why doing is key, and Megan's hopes for patience. Also we talk about the philosophy of decision making and communicating in relationships. We're also pretty sure that we've solved all of the world's problems. (You're welcome). A good time was had by all. Soak this shit up!!!

It is what it sounds like. The dudes sit down and share their experience with the 3rd step. They discuss how they have experienced the 3rd step , and how they take others through the 3rd step. Also, what's Kyle's deal? You know?

After the fellows plans to record multiple guests in Denver get dashed, the boys have to call an audible. Topics include Megan's spiritual nature, where our minds go, what spiritual growth looks like, and Kyle's new experience with the 4th step.

Kyle and Aaron welcome another Dan to the show. Dan got started drinking young and found recovery young. Dan was an out of control drinker from the start reached the jumping off place at 21 years of age. He tells about being maladjusted well before he took a drink, learning to adult in sobriety, and how focusing on spiritual progress is what motivates him to continue to grow. He also tells about the blessings of the life he gets to live today. Enjoy!

Aaron gets real fired up talking to Kyle about all of the folks doing it wrong and losing the power of choice means. Kyle offers up another perspective because he thinks he's real smart. Eventually Aaron cools out a bit and the fellows move on to other stuff. Also Kyle's sober birthday is referenced, and they recap how he got his start. Have a listen,

The dudes have Steven Slate and Michelle Dunbar of the Baldwin Research Institute on the podcast to talk about a different approach to addiction. Their belief is that addiction is not a disease, and should be treated accordingly. They, along with Ryan Schwantes, have written The Freedom Model for Addictions: Escape the Treatment and Recovery Trap, and have published several additions of the book. They also offer retreats at St Jude in upstate New York.

For more information on the Freedom Model approach, go to

Saint Jude Retreats

https://www.soberforever.net

The Freedom Model

https://www.thefreedommodel.org

or email [email protected]

The dudes take a minute to front load with their listeners that a podcast with some non 12 step folks is upcoming, and why. That leads to a discussion about open mindedness, and what spiritual principled living looks like at work, and in relationships. Also, why does Aaron still have a newspaper subscription, and what's with all of the analogies?

Zach tried to fill his hole with stuff, status, and booze. With a mother in recovery, he knew where he could turn for help, After several half-hearted attempts at sobriety and his life unraveling, Zach found his way back to the 12 steps and got to work. He tells what it took for him to get where his now, and how he gets to enjoy the life that spiritually principled living has brought him.