Episode #71 - "The AA Preamble in 1940"

"Emotional Sobriety," a concept introduced by AA co-founder Bill W. in his letters from the 1950s. In this episode, Sam and Misty explore the depth and significance of emotional sobriety in the recovery process. They delve into Bill W.'s insights about the importance of achieving emotional balance and how it is as crucial as physical sobriety in maintaining long-term recovery. The episode examines the challenges of managing emotions, developing healthy relationships, and cultivating a sense of inner peace without relying on substances. Through a blend of historical perspective and modern interpretation, listeners are invited to gain a deeper understanding of emotional sobriety and its critical role in a comprehensive approach to recovery. https://aainthedesert.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/EMOTIONAL-SOBRIETY.pdf https://www.theguardian.com/science/2012/aug/23/lsd-help-alcoholics-theory

After years of struggling with her alcoholism, Karis found herself in the cycle of short stints of sobriety followed by inevitable relapses. In this episode of “GRIT”, Karis shares the life altering moment that led to her starting her road to long term recovery.

CHARLES LEVOIR Creator | Host | Recovery Coach Professional (RCP) Our recovery stories don't just matter, they are very lifeblood of the recovery community. My name is Charlie LeVoir and I am a person in long term recovery from alcoholism and addiction since 2014. What that means to me is that I have not found it necessary to use alcohol or any other mood altering substances since 12/6/2014. Born and raised in the Twin Cities, Recovery for me began with a 12-Step program and fellowship and hearing other people's stories of Recovery in and out of the rooms of recovery is what first gave me hope that I too could recover and that I didn't have to do this alone any longer if I didn't want to. As a result of being transformed by the power people authentically and vulnerably sharing their recovery stories, I was inspired to create a way for others to do the same. Thus, The Way Out Podcast was born. I am the Creator, host and producer of The Way Out Podcast since its inception in 2016, where me and my co-host Jason Rudeen along with hundreds of others have Recovered Out Loud so that others might recover too. My sobriety and recovery podcast brings audiences sobriety power topics and powerful recovery stories to jump start their Sobriety and enhance their Recovery. One of the greatest gifts of having the honor and privilege of interviewing hundreds of people in long term recovery is I have benefited tremendously from the wide array of recovery pathways and programs embodied in the stories these amazing people share on The Way Out Podcast. Today I incorporate a variety of Recovery tools to sustain a meaningful and enduring Recovery. Without question I would have never pursued recovery coaching if it wasn't for the work I do as a Recovery Podcaster As a direct result, I am honored to hold the CCAR Recovery Coach Professional Certification and I am dedicated to continuing to grow in my understanding and abilities as a Recovery Coach so that others may also recover from substance user disorder. Whether it's in my role as a Recovery Coach or through The Way Out Podcast, true passion lies in making a difference through helping people truly thrive and achieve wellness in all aspects of their lives.

Usually when you talk with someone in recovery, they've got some "time" under their belt. But every person with long-term sobriety started out with minutes, hours, and days. Rarely do you get the chance to hear this perspective - when the decision to get help is fresh and the hopes and fears that come with that are new. In this episode we sit down with three Step Denver residents who are in their first five days. Meet Kyle, Joe, and Adam...