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Finding Balance Between Support & Accountability

Join us as we discuss the dual nature of welcoming returners in recovery meetings—how praise helps but also risks creating ...
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Riding the Waves of Relapse Frequency

Discover why understanding slip frequency matters in recovery—from newcomers’ first experiences to seasoned returners’ challenges ...
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Does He Really Want To Stop Drinking?

Join us as we discuss how honesty can guide your interactions with fellow alcoholics in recovery—does your friend truly desire ...
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Navigating Slips: Understanding Our Purpose

Discover the key metrics for measuring success within AA: abstinence! Join us as we discuss purpose and community support for ...
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Breaking Cycles: Returner Experiences

Discover powerful insights into supporting returners in sobriety through real-life stories from the Recovery Moments podcast! ...
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The Revolving Door: Understanding Returnees in AA

In this episode of Recovery Moments: examine why so many alcoholics return & how embracing spirituality can enhance their healing ...
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Where the Rubber Meets the Road: Supporting Those Coming Back

Insights on supporting returners in recovery! Explore their unique challenges & how we can better meet their needs in this ...
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Tailoring Our Message: Connecting With Returners

Learn how mindful interactions can attract newcomers seeking help even when Explore effective strategies for supporting returners in recovery! Join ...
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Bridging Gaps: Connecting with Reluctant Newcomers

Learn how mindful interactions can attract newcomers seeking help even when they are reluctant or negative ...
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Reaching Newcomers Effectively

How can phones enhance recovery connections? Explore effective communication methods with newcomers in this week’s insightful Recovery Moments episode ...
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Engaging Effectively: A Smile Goes A Long Way

Uncover practical strategies for personal conduct at AA meetings—engage newcomers and embody recovery principles with confidence! ...
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Making Connections: Tips for Reaching Out to Newcomers

Explore modern 12-step work! This episode discusses practical approaches like assertive linkage and arranged sponsorships for supporting recovery newcomers ...
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Recovery Reimagined: Meeting Newcomers Where They Are

Discover how modern contexts change 12-step work! Join us as we explore engaging techniques for welcoming newcomers in recovery settings ...
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Are You Attractive? Enhancing Your Impact at AA Meetings

Learn the importance of being appealing during AA interactions! This episode offers actionable insights for connecting with newcomers effectively ...
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Modern Engagement Strategies: Connecting With Newcomers

How do we support newcomers in recovery today? Explore key techniques in our latest episode focused on modern 12-step work! ...
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Practice love in all our affairs

What difference would it make if we could welcome all others with genuine love? ...