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Because of the COVID-19 virus, the regular studio version of the podcast has been cancelled.  But Anna and I, along with our cat, Yukon Cornelius, gathered around the fireplace and reflected on the topic Expectations.

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So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

Think about what comes to mind when you think of patterns or behaviors. Likely it means doing something repetitive, over and over again, often without much thought given to the action. But when you’re in recovery, you can recognize that certain behaviors and attitudes have gotten you into trouble in the past. You learn in recovery that old behaviors from your addictive past have been destructive and that you can make important changes in your new life in sobriety.

Tonight, we talk about Old Behaviors

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So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

We are reluctant to change. It may be more that we’re afraid of change, so starting something new is impossible. The fact that others tell us that change is beneficial does little to stop the fear of change. Overcoming the fear is a unique and personal process that we have to go through on our own. This does not mean we cannot rely on the advice and encouragement of others. Indeed, it is in listening to stories that we may be motivated to start making important changes in our own life. So, recognizing patterns is first and foremost the initial step that people in recovery need to take.

What comes first to mind when you hear the expression “Old Behaviors”?
What are some of your old behaviors that were self destructive?

When you were new, how did you learn you needed to change?
What did you need to change to stay sober?
What part of the program helped you identify old behaviors?
What part of the program helped you change old behaviors into new ones?

What stops you from changing self destructive attitudes?
Some examples may be:
Stubbornness: needing to always be right
People pleasing: at the cost of your own happiness or health
Obsessing about perfection
Blaming: inability to accept responsibility for your own mistakes
Procrastination
Inability or refusing to ask for help
Fear of taking healthy risks
Negative self talk
Self guilt and feeling undeserving of good things in life

For you, when an old behavior is recognized, what do you do that is healthy for you?

What is most likely to trigger old behaviors today?
What are your triggers?
How do you replace negative habits?

Do you think about your old self and feel guilt and remorse?
What is stinking thinking?
How do you fight these emotions?

Have you changed an old behavior into an asset?

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We asked our listeners about this topic.

Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request. Email me at
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And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group. This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey. You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic.

Again, just email for your a google group invite. Just email me at
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To get involved in each week’s show prep.

We asked our listeners,
What Old Behaviors do you struggle with?

Did you take the survey?

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What would be your answer?
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What would you say to the new guy about Old Behaviors?

So Remember; abandon yourself to God and admit your faults. Clear away the wreckage of your past and give freely. God bless and see you next time.

Your issues with boundaries come from your past. You may have grown up where boundaries were strict and harsh. This could lead to an inability to express your feelings or to keep everyone at arm’s length. Having no boundaries will lead to you and others being enmeshed. When this happens, your roles are interchangeable and blurred and you will not establish your sense of identity. As you get older, your relationships mirror those of the past and history begins to repeat itself. As you fall into the same patterns, you increase your risk of experiencing depression or anxiety and may fall into drugs and alcohol to help cope.

Tonight, we talk about setting boundaries

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So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

Establishing boundaries in your life is important, especially in recovery. By setting boundaries, you no longer allow others to take advantage of you and you begin to find your voice and learn how to use it. Your communication with others improves as you express your thoughts and feelings. Healthy boundaries lead to healthy relationships with people who have your best interests in mind, support and respect you and are willing to work with you. An added benefit is that you begin to establish your sense of self.

First thought?

What Are Healthy and Unhealthy Boundaries?

For you, what is a healthy boundary?
How do you know when a boundary has been crossed?
For you, what family of origin enmeshments do you struggle with?
For you what are healthy boundaries you have developed in recovery and how do you develop these?

How do you know the difference between healthy and unhealthy boundaries ?

For you, what are some unhealthy boundaries you have developed before program?

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Here are some possible examples

Telling someone else how to think or feel
Sacrificing your personal values and beliefs to please someone else
Forcing your advice or beliefs on others and pressuring them to follow your advice or think the same
Allowing someone else to define you and dictate your actions
Taking responsibility for someone else’s feelings

For you what are healthy boundaries you have developed in recovery and why?

Here are some examples
Encouraging sharing feelings and thoughts
Honoring your personal values and beliefs even if others may not agree with them
Respecting others
Taking responsibility for all that you do or say
Taking full ownership and responsibility in defining yourself

Today, when are you most vulnerable and allow unhealthy boundaries/
How can the program help?
Steps
Sponsor
Sponsee
Service work
Meetings
prayer

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We asked our listeners about this topic.

Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request. Email me at
[email protected]
And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group. This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey. You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic.

Again, just email for your a google group invite. Just email me at
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To get involved in each week’s show prep.

We asked our listeners,
Who do you have a hard time maintaining boundaries with?

Did you take the survey?

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What would be your answer?
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What would you say to the new guy aboutSelf Care?

So Remember; abandon yourself to God and admit your faults. Clear away the wreckage of your past and give freely. God bless and see you next time.

Once you get sober, it can be incredibly easy to get caught up in the chaos of daily life, and forget that taking care of yourself is not an option, but a priority. Taking care of yourself sounds like an easy and simple task, but the reality is that most people struggle to find healthy ways to take care of themselves, whether they’re in recovery or not.

Tonight, we talk about Self Care

Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions.  If you would like to join us, there are three ways.

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So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

Addiction and substance abuse disorders are quick to take over your life and everything that’s important to you. When you’re in active addiction, drugs and alcohol become your main priority, and the importance of things like physical and mental health, work, school, and family gets drowned out by your need to not be sober.

Once you get sober, it can be incredibly easy to get caught up in the chaos of daily life, and forget that taking care of yourself is not an option, but a priority. Taking care of yourself sounds like an easy and simple task, but the reality is that most people struggle to find healthy ways to take care of themselves, whether they’re in recovery or not. 

Tonight, we talk about Self Care

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Ok folks, I wanted to yet all of you know about the financial status of the Recovered Podcast.  

• There are monthly fees we incur in order to produce this show
• Hosting costs
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• Mixlr for the chat room
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• Equipment costs like computers, mics, cords, etc.
• Software like auphonic
• Event and travel costs.  2020 International Convention
• Every year I file taxes for the Recovered Podcast
• For the past several years, we have filed losses on the order of several thousand dollars
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They used the donation button found on our website at recoveredcast.com

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this episode

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Is for YOU. 

Imported from Detroit, we are Recovered

Welcome to Recovered, and welcome to Episode No. ???;. We call it Recovered because this is a show about men and women who have recovered .  Recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body.

My name is Mark and I’ll be your host

and along with me is ...

How are you guys tonight?

So, pull up a couch and join us on this journey called life.

Now remember,  we at the Recovered Podcast We don’t speak for any 12 step community, We only try to share our experience strength and hope in this life of recovery.  So, we are not a secret society, but we do try to remain anonymous…..

But people,

we are not here to talk about the podcast, but we are here to....

DO THE PODCAST

Let’s do this podcast.  

Tonight, the topic is 

Communication

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First Up - 2020 International Convention News

Who’s going to the 2020 International Convention?

We have a confirmed location where the Recovered Podcast will have  tent. We plan to have food there for our listeners and an opportunity for our Recovered Podcast community to gather and support each other.  We invite you and we want to meet you and celebrate this thing we have, this gift of recovery. We will be located in the parking lot of St. John’s Episcopal Church.  Just google St John’s Episcopal Church Detroit and you will find our location.

The convention takes place at the TFC Convention center.  This is formally known as Cobo Hall, so that’s not confusing.  The evening Keynotes meetings will take place in Ford Field, where the Detroit Lions play.  Our tent location is between the TFC Center and Ford Field. For a map that includes walking directions from TCF Center to our tent and then walking directions to Ford field, just go to:

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Again, for a walking map of the 2020 convention area and our Recovered Podcast Tent location, just go to:

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So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit.

If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you!

If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group.

Just email me at [email protected]

To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

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Now, back to the show…

Listener Jenny has one year today

Congratulations Jenny and we are looking forward to meeting you at the 2020 convention here in DETROIT!

Tonight, the topic is 

Self Care

The idea of self-care doesn’t have to be overwhelming or scary, though it definitely can be at first. In today’s culture, self-care is often thought to be taking a long bath or treating yourself to a new clothing item, but it’s so much more than that. Self-care is different for everyone, and can look like a variety of different things. For some, self-care will be doing the dishes after coming out of a depressive episode, for others, it will be buying a ticket to see a movie after a stressful week. Self-care looks different for everyone, and that’s okay.

Let’s start at the beginning

What first came to mind when you heard that 

Self Care was going to be the topic?

How did you do self care before program?

After program?

Now?

Why is self care important to you?

What steps do you work which are self care to you?

Everyone is different and there are different way to do self care.  

I have listed are nine basic steps for creating a successful and 

balanced self-care plan in recovery.

Let’s talk about them.  

Under the category of Physical Self-Care

Exercise

Get sleep

Eat Healthy

Now, let’s talk about Spiritual and Emotional Self-Care

Love Yourself

Relax

Find Balance

Finally, Social Self-Care

Find Support

Talk to Someone

We have calls

Final Thoughts?

We have calls

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We asked our listeners about this topic.

Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request.  Email me at

[email protected]

And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group.  This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey.  You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic.

Again, just email for your a google group invite. Just email me at

[email protected]

To get involved in each week’s show prep.

We asked our listeners, 

How do you do self care?

Did you take the survey?

https://www.surveymonkey.com/analyze/fy5ksO5JoqoMCDIYhhql5tD_2FHFFA_2BDLwQ_2Bsc3tohk2yqG1WNzGDq_2BqDtjQzoZLck?ut_source=my_surveys_list

What would be your answer?

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We have calls -

Our phone call segment is brought to you by our 

Recovered Podcast Sustaining Partners

____________________________________________________________

Our sustaining recovered podcast partners are a big part 

in our self supporting movement.

This week Jennifer, Rebekah, George, Karen

became a Sustaining Partners

Thank you Jennifer, Rebekah, George, Karen

We have three ways in which you can partner 

with us in this 12-step mission to spread the good news 

all around the world and 

keep us online.  

You can become a sustaining partner 

by giving on a monthly basis for one year.  

As an expression of our gratitude for your donation, 

we will send you Recovered podcast merch.

Merch Like Recovered Podcast Tee Shirts, mugs. 

Just go to website at recoveredcast.com

And tap on the Sustaining Partners button

for more information

Thank you again

Jennifer, Rebekah, George, Karen

If you have experience with 

Communication

you can call right now

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Now, Let’s take calls 

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Alex from Austin

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What would you say to the new guy aboutSelf Care?

So Remember; abandon yourself to God and admit your faults. Clear away the wreckage of your past and give freely. God bless and see you next time.

Keeping your mind occupied can keep you from thinking about your problem behaviors. Whether you choose to focus on working toward goals full time or spend time doing an activity that helps you relax, you must find balance.

Tonight, we talk about Staying Busy in Recovery

Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions.  If you would like to join us, there are three ways.

1. Episode Sponsorship  We will recognize you by first name only at the top, mid, and end of the episode.  Any amount will qualify.
2. Premium Membership  This is the single most effective way to support the show.  Watch the video in its entirety and learn how to become Premium
3. Sustaining Partners  We have three ways in which you can participate in this 12-step mission We invite you to be a partner is this work.

Call Us Now  http://recoveredcast.com/speakpipe

email [email protected]

So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

The goal is to keep your mind on healthy things so your life can begin to change for the better. Addiction tends to keep our mind focused on a single thing, the actual addiction. If you can learn to refocus your mind and keep it busy in other areas than it will be easier to ignore the addiction.

What are your first thoughts on this topic?
What do you want to say to the new person about Staying Busing in recovery?

What did you enjoy doing as a kid?
Sports
Band
Scouts
Art
Music
Reading
Collecting
Pets
How did drugs and alcohol affect these activities?

When you were new, was free time a challenge?
Was free time dangerous to your program?
How did you fill your free time?
Was recovery a “hobby”?
Was recovery a ``new addiction”?

How about today, how do you stay busy?
Meetings
Exercise
Social Media
Reading
Journaling
Family
Work
Music
Crafts
Automobiles
Baking/cooking
Pets
Church/Higher Power
Gardening
How does that help your program?

Are you too busy?

How do steps keep you busy?
How does your sponsor keep you busy?
How do your sponsees keep you busy?
How does your higher power keep you busy?
How does service work keep you busy?
How do 12-step calls keep you busy?

We have calls
______________________________________________________
We asked our listeners about this topic.

Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request. Email me at
[email protected]
And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group. This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey. You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic.

Again, just email for your a google group invite. Just email me at
[email protected]
To get involved in each week’s show prep.

We asked our listeners,
How do you stay busy in recovery?

Did you take the survey?

https://www.surveymonkey.com/analyze/8K5P7yyygTQpwUhHy8Ecg_2FPrFocjDJVnLC2ezPf5_2B8IcE9xTd4YUvfGbHS8NzWWp?ut_source=my_surveys_list

What would be your answer?
________________________________________________________

We have calls -
Our phone call segment is brought to you by our
Recovered Podcast Sustaining Partners

____________________________________________________________

Our sustaining recovered podcast partners are a big part
in our self supporting movement.

This week Nobody

became a Sustaining Partners
Thank you Nobody

We have three ways in which you can partner
with us in this 12-step mission to spread the good news
all around the world and
keep us online.

You can become a sustaining partner
by giving on a monthly basis for one year.
As an expression of our gratitude for your donation,
we will send you Recovered podcast merch.
Merch Like Recovered Podcast Tee Shirts, mugs.

Just go to website at recoveredcast.com
And tap on the Sustaining Partners button
for more information

Thank you again
Nobody

If you have experience with
Communication

you can call right now

PLAY THE JINGLE - file in google drive
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Now, Let’s take calls

Sheron
Mike Fla

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What would you say to the new guy aboutStaying Busy in Recovery?

So Remember; abandon yourself to God and admit your faults. Clear away the wreckage of your past and give freely. God bless and see you next time.

One of the long-standing obstacles to recovery is the emotional and physical cues that we experience, which make us feel like using alcohol and drugs. These cues are most commonly referred to as triggers, and they can manifest differently for different people. For some, seeing old friends and loved ones is enough to trigger wanting a drink; for others, the stress of performing well at work or school elicits the old feelings of using performance-enhancing substances. Whatever the cause, triggers should be expected—and like many other facets of recovery, expecting and planning for them is the best course of action for success.

Tonight, we talk about Triggers

Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions.  If you would like to join us, there are three ways.

1. Episode Sponsorship  We will recognize you by first name only at the top, mid, and end of the episode.  Any amount will qualify.
2. Premium Membership  This is the single most effective way to support the show.  Watch the video in its entirety and learn how to become Premium
3. Sustaining Partners  We have three ways in which you can participate in this 12-step mission We invite you to be a partner is this work.

Call Us Now  http://recoveredcast.com/speakpipe

email [email protected]

So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

Identifying a trigger is not always easy as they can sometimes have no direct somatic effect (a physical effect on your body). However, there are several common types of symptoms brought on by an addiction trigger. These symptoms are broken down into categories—physical and psychological symptoms—and knowing about both can help you protect your recovery.

First thoughts?
What are triggers?

When you were new, what triggered you to use?
Exposure to the substance itself.
Seeing other people using.
Contact with people, places, times of day, and situations commonly associated with using (such as drinking buddies, parties, and bars, getting home from work, weekends).
Particular types of emotions (such as frustration, fatigue, feeling stressed out); even positive emotions (elation, excitement, feelings of accomplishment) can be triggering.
Physical feelings (feeling sick, shaky, tense).
HALT: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
Emotions
Stress
Over-confidence
Mental or physical illness
Social isolation
Sex and relationships
Getting a promotion or new job
Reminiscing about or glamorising past drug use
Social situations or places where drugs are available

What did it feel like?
Did you ever succumb?
What happened?
Relapse is a process, what does this mean?
How did you fight off triggers early in recovery?
What part of the program helped (sponsor, fellowship, meetings, prayer, slogans, etc.)?

Today, what triggers you to bad behavior?
How do you fight off?

What are some other methods?
Engage in some form of distracting activity.
Talk it through.
Challenge and change your thoughts.

What would you say to the new person about Triggers?

We have calls
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We asked our listeners about this topic.

Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request. Email me at
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And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group. This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey. You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic.

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To get involved in each week’s show prep.

We asked our listeners,
How do you most commonly communicate with your recovery friends?

Did you take the survey?

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What would be your answer?
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What would you say to the new guy aboutTriggers?

So Remember; abandon yourself to God and admit your faults. Clear away the wreckage of your past and give freely. God bless and see you next time.

Listener Jacqui Open Talk

Popsicle Sticks is not really a topic but rather a style of meeting here in Southeast Michigan. Tonight, this show will be presented in the form of a popsicle stick meeting.

A popsicle stick meeting is a meeting where we let our higher power determine what we need to share on. Here in the studio, we have a can full of popsicle sticks. Each stick has a recovery topic written on it. We will take turns, randomly picking a stick and then sharing on that topic that was chosen.

Tonight, we do popsicle sticks

Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions.  If you would like to join us, there are three ways.

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So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

I first experienced “Popsicle Sticks” at the Thursday Midnight night meeting at the Northwest Alano Club in Wayne Michigan. At first I hated it, then I got used to it, then it became my favorite meeting.

Flash forward to 2008ish when the PC Alano club started in Canton, Michigan. On September 28, 2008, the Canton Candlelight meeting started at the PC Alano Club. Soon after that, this style of meeting started on Thursday nights. This style of meeting continues at Canton Candlelight every Thursday at 10:00 pm and in led by are own Matt O.

Here’s how it goes.
Pick a stick
Announce the topic to all
Share on the topic
Keep the stick
Pass the can

What would you say to the new person about Popsicle Sticks?

We have calls
______________________________________________________
We asked our listeners about this topic.

Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request. Email me at
[email protected]
And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group. This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey. You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic.

Again, just email for your a google group invite. Just email me at
[email protected]
To get involved in each week’s show prep.

We asked our listeners,
What step are you working?

Did you take the survey?

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What would be your answer?
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So Remember; abandon yourself to God and admit your faults. Clear away the wreckage of your past and give freely. God bless and see you next time.

The disease of addiction clouded how addicts related to others. It was a disease of perception. Isolated and lost in the self; they did not know how to communicate as addicts. But, in recovery, we learn how to overcome barriers to communication. It's like learning how to talk once again.

Recovery is a second childhood. Addicts learn how to be part of society and live with life as it stands. They do this by understanding themselves and others. Like everything else, they get good at it over time. It will be a painful, scary, and embarrassing process in the beginning. As they progress, they'll realise like with recovery, it was all worth the effort.

Tonight, we talk about Communication

Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions.  If you would like to join us, there are three ways.

1. Episode Sponsorship  We will recognize you by first name only at the top, mid, and end of the episode.  Any amount will qualify.
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Call Us Now  http://recoveredcast.com/speakpipe

email [email protected]

So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at [email protected] To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group

This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at [email protected] if you want these kinds of updates.

As a result of active addiction, addicts have lost the ability to communicate with others. A great majority of relapses have resulted from poor communication skills. Addicts have been unable to relate to their loved ones in mutual understanding.

First Thoughts?

What is good communication to you?
What is bad communication?
What gets in the way of good communication?
Why is communication important in your program?

Before program?

How do you communicate with recovery people?
What form is most effective?
When is face to cae needed?

History of communication in AA
In 1940, about ⅓ of household had a telephone, so early AA communication was face to face.
https://www.statista.com/statistics/189959/housing-units-with-telephones-in-the-united-states-since-1920/

What are essential parts for you?
What are barriers to communication?
Low Self-Esteem
Perfectionism
Dishonesty
Lack of Boundaries
Shame
Inauthenticity / Masks
Aggression / Timidity

How can you overcome barriers?
Self-assertion
Self-compassion
Engage with others
Humility
Have empathy for others

How can you be a better listener?
What do you need to work on better communication?

Who is difficult for your to communicate with?
Why?
What can you work on?

Who is easiest to communicate with?
Why?
How can you improve?

When did you communicate poorly?
What happened?
What was your part?
What was the other person’s part?

What would you say to the new person about Communication?

We have calls
______________________________________________________
We asked our listeners about this topic.

Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request. Email me at
[email protected]
And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group. This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey. You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic.

Again, just email for your a google group invite. Just email me at
[email protected]
To get involved in each week’s show prep.

We asked our listeners,
How do you most commonly communicate with your recovery friends?

Did you take the survey?

https://www.surveymonkey.com/analyze/BDdvjmFu1FS7CNwVOWuEnAzlYjTZsZX7il2R3vMuJiQYoxmKjjxUNQ6fyn0_2BCydc?ut_source=my_surveys_list

What would be your answer?
________________________________________________________

We have calls -
Our phone call segment is brought to you by our
Recovered Podcast Sustaining Partners

____________________________________________________________

Our sustaining recovered podcast partners are a big part
in our self supporting movement.

This week Nobody

became a Sustaining Partners
Thank you Nobody

We have three ways in which you can partner
with us in this 12-step mission to spread the good news
all around the world and
keep us online.

You can become a sustaining partner
by giving on a monthly basis for one year.
As an expression of our gratitude for your donation,
we will send you Recovered podcast merch.
Merch Like Recovered Podcast Tee Shirts, mugs.

Just go to website at recoveredcast.com
And tap on the Sustaining Partners button
for more information

Thank you again
Nobody

If you have experience with
Communication

you can call right now

PLAY THE JINGLE - file in google drive
________________________________________________________

Now, Let’s take calls

________________________________________________________

What would you say to the new guy about Communication?

So Remember; abandon yourself to God and admit your faults. Clear away the wreckage of your past and give freely. God bless and see you next time.

Tim P Open Talk