The Recovery Show » Finding serenity through 12 step recovery in Al-Anon – a podcast
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Show overview
The Recovery Show » Finding serenity through 12 step recovery in Al-Anon – a podcast has been publishing since 2012, and across the 14 years since has built a catalogue of 471 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 530 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 53 min and 1h 25m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 20 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2016, with 50 episodes published. Published by The Recovery Show.
From the publisher
12-step recovery for those of us who love alcoholics or addicts. We share our experience, strength, and hope as we use the principles of the Al-Anon program in our lives. We talk openly and honestly about the problems and challenges as we face alcoholism and addiction in our friends and relatives. We share the tools and solutions we have found that let us live a life that is serene, happy, and free, even when the alcoholic or addict is still drinking or using.
Latest Episodes
View all 471 episodesBoundaries, Balance and Our Spiritual Aim: Living Tradition Six – 463
Voices of the Unheard: Healing Young Lives Affected by Addiction – 462
From Desperation to Joy: Mary Pearl’s Story – 461
Healing and Hope: Michele’s Path to Recovery – 460
Our Purpose: Recovering Together – 459
Live and Let Live: Personal and Group Autonomy – 458
Welcome to Recovery: Tradition 3 – 457
Crosstalk – 456
A Fellowship of Equals: Tradition Two – 455
Sponsorship: Building Trust and Growing – 454
Emotional Sobriety – 453
Ep 452Estrangement: Your Voices – 452
This episode is a continuation of episode 450, Estrangement: Strength and Hope. We hear more experience, strength, and hope from Patrick, Marylou, Marcy, Raquel, Kelly, David, Susan, Anne, and Heather. The post Estrangement: Your Voices – 452 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 451What’s in a Name? Group naming in Al-Anon – 451
What’s in a (Al-Anon group) name? Spencer and Mary discuss how societal shifts and policy updates affect group naming, drawing insights from their personal experiences and Al-Anon's rich history. Al-Anon has grappled with group naming policies since the 1970s, striving to balance the need for an inviting atmosphere with the principles of the organization. The... The post What’s in a Name? Group naming in Al-Anon – 451 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 450Estrangement: Strength and Hope – 450
Estrangement is a challenging experience, affecting countless families across the globe. Eric and Spencer’s conversation takes us through personal experiences, shared wisdom, and practical advice gathered from both program literature and external resources like AI. Estrangement affects nearly 27% of adults, highlighting its prevalence and the silent suffering it brings. We will look at its... The post Estrangement: Strength and Hope – 450 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 449Embracing Growth: Dropping Life’s Rocks – 449
Spencer and Kathy delve into a concept derived from the book “Drop the Rock.” The metaphor suggests that our shortcomings or character defects are like rocks weighing us down. We explore how dropping these rocks can lead to a freer, lighter life. Learning from Stories An impactful story from the book highlights how defects may... The post Embracing Growth: Dropping Life’s Rocks – 449 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 448Healthy Boundaries Create Internal Safety – 448
Barb and Spencer explore the vital topic of boundaries in depth, offering insights into how establishing and maintaining boundaries can significantly impact one's emotional well-being. Barb, a boundaries coach, shared personal experiences and wisdom gained from her own recovery journey, shedding light on how boundaries play a critical role in understanding oneself and improving relationships... The post Healthy Boundaries Create Internal Safety – 448 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 447Patience and Acceptance when Life is “In Session” – 447
Spencer and Kathy delve into the essential themes of patience and acceptance, exploring how these virtues can empower us to navigate life's most challenging periods. Our conversation highlights personal experiences and insights as we are actively working through trials with the assistance of our recovery programs.  We start with a reading from Melody Beattie's “The... The post Patience and Acceptance when Life is “In Session” – 447 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 446Navigating Grief in Recovery – 446
Grieving is a profoundly personal journey, and when intertwined with recovery from addiction, the process can be both complex and enlightening. Spencer talks with Cliff, whose journey through grief and recovery offers insights into the healing process. Spencer and Cliff explored how the tools and principles of recovery can aid in navigating grief. Opening with... The post Navigating Grief in Recovery – 446 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 442Navigating Uncertainty – 445
Life is full of uncertainties, and each of us deals with them in our unique ways. Spencer and Ester delve into how we deal with uncertainty and life's inevitable limbo states. Our conversation centers around using Al-Anon tools and principles to navigate uncertainty.  Living in Uncertainty Ester shares her experience of living in various types... The post Navigating Uncertainty – 445 appeared first on The Recovery Show.
Ep 444Unity and Healing in Al-Anon Traditions – 444
Spencer and Patrick explore Al-Anon’s 12 Traditions through reading and discussion. We reflect on how these guidelines support personal growth and unity within the meetings. We read from the beginning of Chapter 16 from the book “How Al-Anon Works”, looking at the Traditions in general, and Tradition One in particular. Understanding the Twelve Traditions The... The post Unity and Healing in Al-Anon Traditions – 444 appeared first on The Recovery Show.