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Four Benefits of Sobriety(Post)
Being sober is a gift. You may have drank quite a bit of alcohol in the past or maybe you loved getting high. Intoxication may have been a great feeling for you. Yet, the truth of the matter is, you ...
A “WE” Program of Service by Merry Mortal(Post)Last weekend, I attended my first AA convention abroad. I’ve been to several conventions in my hometown and even more spread out throughout California. On road trips, at hotels, hyped up on co ...
The Good Fight by Merry Mortal(Post)“All I can do is follow my instincts, because I’ll never please everyone.” – Emma WatsonThis mudblood sorceress from Hogwarts is no stranger to instincts. But what does it mean to heed the guttural c ...
Pennies From Heaven Story: In God We Trust(Post)You always hear the usual stories of pennies on the sidewalk being good luck, gifts from angels, etc. Here’s a twist on the story:Several years ago, a friend of mine and her husband were invited to ...
Remember Your Sobriety With These Self-Reinforcing Coins(Post)How difficult can the subject get back on the right path? We all know how difficult the life of the addict is, what shackles he has broken through and what challenges lie uphill on the road to reco ...
Climb The Mountain, Don't Carry It(Post)The way my brain used to work made it really difficult for me to let go of negative things, especially when I felt that someone had wronged me. I obsessed over resentment and yearned for justice. I ...
How To Celebrate Your Sober Milestones(Post)Embarking on the journey of recovery from addiction is a significant and life-altering decision. Whether you're recovering through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), or another sup ...
Building A Life After Treatment(Post)The most important thing about going to treatment for addiction is just simply getting there and staying there. That alone proves to be difficult for many. Treatment is where we first begin to ex ...
My Selfish Christmas by Merry Mortal(Post)Do you ever feel like you’re swimming upstream?This feeling is my first indication that I’m in my will, rather than in God’s will. Experience has taught me that when I’m connected to my Higher Powe ...
Tips To Stay Sober Over Your First Holiday Season(Post)Tips To Stay Sober Over Your First Holiday SeasonThe winter holidays are approaching and for many it’s always a highlight of the year. It’s a time for family, celebrations, gift giving and reflect ...
Parenting in Recovery(Post)Being a parent can be one the most difficult but beautiful undertakings in a person’s life. Add to this the daily maintenance of sobriety and you have what can be at times a very overwhelming situati ...
I’m Bringing Sexy Back by Merry Mortal(Post)You know how they say that your past will become your greatest asset? Or that you will no longer fear the past nor wish to shut the door on it? Those promises have come true for me, but vestiges ...
A Guide To Selecting Bracelets For Recovery And Support(Post)Recovery is frequently described as a journey, not a destination. When it comes to staying focused on a sober path, it is the positive symbols of strength, resolve, and daily dedication that mean the ...
The Catalyst of Change: How Hope Fuels the Recovery Process (Post)We’ve all lost hope at some point in our lives. That’s especially true when we earnestly toiled for something, but the outcome flew right in the face of our expectations.During such moments, giving u ...
The Serenity Prayer Explained: Meaning, History, And Impact (Post)Life becomes overwhelming. Some days, everything flashes before you are ready. One simple prayer has helped a million people slow down, not choke, and be courageous in these moments. The ...
The Fellowship You Crave(Post)The Fellowship You Crave: Why Having a “We” is Important There is often talk in meetings about the distinction between the fellowship and the program. Some will deride the fellowship as if it ...
Explaining Rule 62 and Its Role in AA Recovery (Post)When recovering from alcohol addiction, it’s natural to feel as though you’re stuck in a loop. You look around and discover that those with whom you joined a recovery program are hitting ...
A Guide to Prevent Teen Drug Use and Alcoholism(Post)Hollywood glamorizes indulgence in alcohol, cannabis, and other drugs among teenagers, with every teen drama on silver screens featuring rager scenes. However, teenagers are more vulnerable to alcoho ...
The Definitive Guide To Alcoholics Anonymous Prayers (Post)Spirituality and prayer play a central role in the Alcoholics Anonymous program of recovery. Reciting specific essential prayers at meetings and as part of one's daily spiritual routine can help thos ...
Sobriety Symbols: Exploring The Legacy Of Chips, Medallions & Milestones (Post)Some stories are not printed in ink; they are carved in change, challenge, and quiet triumph. There is no dramatic turning point for many walking down the long road to recovery, nor is there p ...
