Sober Readings

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Sober Readings

Sober Readings shares a powerful message of recovery - one word, one day, and one episode at a time.This podcast is your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey - just for today.Each weekday, we read from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and a passage from As Bill Sees It, creating space to pause, reflect, and connect with the principles that keep us grounded.Every Sunday, we explore a chapter from Came to Believe, sharing the spiritual adventures of AA members to inspire hope and deepen your own spiritual path.Once a month, we read and reflect on a Step from Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, aligning each Step with the month we’re in - bringing fresh perspective to the foundation of recovery.Take a deep breath. Center yourself. Take what you need and leave the rest.And remember - just for today: don’t drink, g

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    It's Okay To Be Me

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    The Easier, Softer Way

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    A New Sense Of Belonging

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    A New Sense Of Belonging

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Came To Believe - Chapter 10 with Erin

    In today’s episode of Sober Readings, my friend Erin joins me as we read the first five stories from Chapter 10 of Came To Believe. These personal stories explore the many different paths people took toward faith, hope, and recovery, reminding us that no two spiritual journeys look exactly alike.Whether you’re new to recovery or have been around for years, these readings offer honesty, connection, and the powerful reminder that belief can grow in unexpected ways. Thanks for listening and sharing this time with us.

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    Free At Last

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Walking Through Fear

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    A Resting Place

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    A Resting Place

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Respect For Others

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Holding Back Nothing

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    The Forest And The Trees

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Entirely Honest

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Came To Believe - Closing Out Ch 9

    Episode Description:In today’s episode of Sober Readings, I finish the journey through Came to Believe by reading the final five stories—powerful reflections on faith, growth, and the many ways people come to believe in something greater than themselves. These stories offer honesty, hope, and a reminder that no two recovery paths look the same.As we wrap up this section, I’d love to open the door to you. If you’re interested in being a guest reader for future Came to Believe episodes on Sundays, reach out and join me. Sharing your voice could be exactly what someone else needs to hear.Thanks for listening, and for being part of this growing, sober community.

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    Cleaning House

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Lighting The Dark Past

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Healing Heart And Mind

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    A Great Paradox

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Group Autonomy

    Sober Readings — your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey one day at a time.Today's reflections/meditations come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and an extra passage from inspiring sober writings.Take a deep breath, center yourself, and take what you need from today’s message. Let’s begin.Remember, just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a beautiful, sober day.If you’d like to be a guest reader on a future episode, visit www.soberreadings.com and fill out the guest reader form — your voice could help inspire others on their recovery journey.I’d love to hear from you. Share your thoughts, reflections, or feedback by emailing me at [email protected] or by visiting www.soberreadings.com and submitting a comment through the form. And while you’re there, don’t forget to click the link to drop a dollar in the donation basket to help support the message.Take care of yourself, and just for today — don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back. Have a great day - and as my friend Larry says, ‘Best. Day. Ever.’

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    Those Who Still Suffer

    Send a textWelcome to Sober Readings — daily inspiration from recovery literature to support your journey one day at a time.Today’s readings come from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and a special passage from As Bill Sees It.Take a breath, take what you need, and let’s begin.Just for today: don’t drink, go to a meeting, and keep coming back.Have a great day!Support the show

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Sober Readings shares a powerful message of recovery - one word, one day, and one episode at a time.This podcast is your daily source of inspiration from recovery literature, offering strength, reflection, and hope to support your journey - just for today.Each weekday, we read from Daily Reflections, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, and a passage from As Bill Sees It, creating space to pause, reflect, and connect with the principles that keep us grounded.Every Sunday, we explore a chapter from Came to Believe, sharing the spiritual adventures of AA members to inspire hope and deepen your own spiritual path.Once a month, we read and reflect on a Step from Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, aligning each Step with the month we’re in - bringing fresh perspective to the foundation of recovery.Take a deep breath. Center yourself. Take what you need and leave the rest.And remember - just for today: don’t drink, g

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