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Show Notes Opener for A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener or a loyal member of our community, we’re so glad you’re here. 🌟
If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
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Episode Title: A Shot Glass of Recovery: Chloe’s Story
In this episode of A Shot Glass of Recovery, we hear from Chloe, a young woman in her 20s, as she shares her unique journey through recovery. Chloe’s story sheds light on the challenges and pressures of navigating addiction and sobriety at a young age, and how she found strength and hope through the program.
With raw honesty and wisdom beyond her years, Chloe opens up about her struggles, the turning points that led her to seek help, and the transformative power of living a life rooted in recovery. Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a powerful reminder that it’s never too early—or too late—to begin the journey to freedom.
Join us as Chloe inspires us with her courage, insight, and determination to build a life worth living.
#aa #aawayoflife #recovery
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: A Shot Glass of Recovery: Josh from Common Solution Group, NY
In this heartfelt episode, we hear from Josh, a member of the Common Solution group in New York, as he shares his incredible journey to recovery. Josh opens up about his lifelong struggle to fit in, constantly shaping himself into what he thought others wanted, only to lose sight of who he truly was.
From battling mental health issues, hanging out with the wrong crowd, isolating himself, and believing a relationship would fix him, Josh’s story takes us through the depths of his alcoholism. He humorously describes “taking a hostage” (what most people call getting married) and how his drinking spiraled out of control.
Eventually, Josh found his way to a healthy home group in AA and discovered a life beyond his wildest dreams. His story is a powerful reminder of the freedom and joy that recovery can bring.
Tune in to be inspired by Josh’s journey of transformation, resilience, and hope.
#trudge #aa #slowrecovery
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Show Notes Opener for A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener or a loyal member of our community, we’re so glad you’re here. 🌟
If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryAlso I want to say thank you to Evon the singer who wrote the intro to both our shows - the speaker series and the regular shot glass of recovery.
Episode Summary for A Shot Glass of RecoveryEpisode Title: Acceptance: The Key to Healing Loss
In today’s heartfelt episode, host Lisa M shares a deeply personal journal entry about the loss of those she thought were friends and the journey to acceptance. Reflecting on a painful experience of being abandoned by a close group of friends who chose to start a group without her, Lisa explores how the hurt echoed unhealed wounds from her childhood. She candidly discusses the importance of staying present, focusing on forgiveness, and using the tools of recovery to navigate through emotional challenges.
Tune in as Lisa unpacks the process of finding peace in the face of betrayal and demonstrates how acceptance truly is the answer to even the most profound hurts.
#aa #recovery #abandonmentissues #aasolutionseekers
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Show Notes Opener for A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener or a loyal member of our community, we’re so glad you’re here. 🌟
If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: A Shot Glass of Recovery: Chapter 7 - Working with Others
In Episode 35 of A Shot Glass of Recovery, we dive into Chapter 7 of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous—Working with Others (pg. 91). This pivotal chapter offers a roadmap for carrying the message of recovery and guiding others through the 12th Step.
Lisa breaks down what it truly means when they say, "If you want what I have, you’ll do what I do," exploring the spirit behind this well-known phrase. We’ll also discuss the critical difference between suggestions and life-saving directions, shedding light on why these instructions are vital for both the sponsor and the newcomer.
Whether you’re new to sponsorship or looking to deepen your understanding of the 12th Step, this episode will equip you with the basic instructions for working with others and helping to carry the message of recovery.
Let’s learn, grow, and take action—together.
#solutions #aabigbookstudy #ashotglassofrecovery
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: A Shot Glass of Recovery: Jo Jo’s Journey to Sobriety
In this episode of A Shot Glass of Recovery, we welcome Jo Jo from Long Island, New York, as she shares her inspiring story of recovery. With 4 years of sobriety under her belt, Jo Jo reflects on her journey and the struggles she faced, even after completing rehab. It wasn’t until she discovered AA and a connection with God that she found the strength to truly embrace sobriety and transform her life.
Jo Jo’s story is a testament to the power of community, faith, and persistence in recovery. Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking for a reminder of why we keep going, this episode will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.
Let’s listen, learn, and celebrate the hope of recovery together.
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: A Shot Glass of Recovery: Lisa M Speaks at the ABC Group in the UK
In this special episode, our host Lisa M takes the mic at the ABC group in the UK, sharing her insights on a cornerstone of recovery from page 23 of the Big Book: "The main problem of the alcoholic centers in their mind, not their body." Lisa dives into the reality that our struggles as alcoholics go far beyond the first drink—into the patterns of thinking that set the problem in motion.
Get ready to identify as an alcoholic if you’ve ever thought like Lisa thought. Through her personal experiences and hard-earned wisdom, she unpacks the mental obsession that keeps us stuck and why trying to do the program "your way" is a surefire way to stay in the problem, not the solution.
This talk is raw, relatable, and packed with powerful reminders for anyone on the recovery journey. Tune in to reconnect with the basics and embrace the freedom that comes from doing the program the way it was designed.
#aa #anewsolution #alcoholismcentersinthemind
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: Taking the Steps Quickly: Step 12 - Carrying the Message
In this final episode of our Taking the Steps Quickly workshop, Lisa brings it all together with Step 12: carrying the message and practicing these principles in all areas of our lives. Step 12 is the culmination of everything we’ve worked toward—a call to share the hope, healing, and freedom that comes from recovery.
Lisa explores the transformative power of service and how helping others not only strengthens their journey but deepens our own. Whether it’s sharing your story, lending a hand, or simply living by example, Step 12 reminds us that recovery is a gift meant to be passed on.
Join Lisa as she reflects on what it means to live in recovery and how embracing Step 12 turns a life of struggle into one of purpose, connection, and joy.
#christmaswish
#12stepliving
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: Taking the Steps Quickly: Step 11 - The Power of Meditation
As we near the end of our Taking the Steps Quickly workshop, Lisa guides us into the heart of Step 11: seeking through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with a higher power. This step is often seen as the cornerstone of spiritual growth in recovery, offering us a path to serenity, clarity, and purpose.
In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on the transformative power of meditation—not as some lofty or complicated practice, but as a simple, daily act of connection. She explores how Step 11 grounds us, opens us to guidance, and helps us navigate life with intention and peace.
Whether you’re new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, this episode offers practical tips, relatable insights, and inspiration to make Step 11 a meaningful part of your recovery journey.
Let’s quiet the noise, tune into stillness, and connect with the power that keeps us moving forward.
#quietthecrazy #softenyourheart
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryTaking the Steps Quickly: Steps 9 and 10
In this powerful episode of our Taking the Steps Quickly workshop, Lisa explores Steps 9 and 10—where healing meets action and recovery becomes a way of life. Step 9 challenges us to confront the wreckage of our past by making direct amends, not just with words but through meaningful actions that restore trust and integrity. It’s a step of courage, humility, and transformation.
Step 10 builds on this foundation, inviting us to practice daily accountability. By promptly admitting our wrongs and addressing them in real-time, we stay connected to our recovery and continue to grow. These steps are not just about fixing what’s broken—they’re about living with purpose, clarity, and freedom.
Lisa shares heartfelt guidance, practical advice, and her own experiences to help you see these steps not as burdens but as gifts that lead to lasting peace and connection.
Let’s face the past, embrace the present, and move forward into a brighter future—together.
#peace
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: Taking the Steps Quickly: Steps 6, 7, and 8
The journey continues in this episode of our Taking the Steps Quickly workshop as Lisa guides us through Steps 6, 7, and 8. These steps often don’t get the spotlight they deserve, but they are crucial to clearing the path for lasting recovery.
Step 6 asks us to become entirely ready to let go of the character defects that hold us back. Step 7 invites us to humbly ask for help in removing them. And Step 8 challenges us to make a list of those we’ve harmed—setting the stage for healing relationships and repairing the damage of the past.
Lisa breaks down each of these steps with her usual wit, wisdom, and straightforward guidance, showing how to keep moving forward without getting stuck. These aren’t just abstract ideas—they’re actions that lead to freedom, growth, and deeper connection.
Let’s get ready, get humble, and start making amends—together. Please welcome my special guest again, my sponsee and friend, Sarah C.
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: Taking the Steps Quickly: Step 5 - A Close-Mouthed Friend
In this next episode of our Taking the Steps Quickly workshop, Lisa dives into Step 5—the one that pushes us out of our comfort zone to share our Step 4 inventory with another person. Let’s be honest: after pouring your soul into that inventory, the last thing you want to do is talk about it! But here’s the truth—this step isn’t about shame or judgment. It’s about embracing humility and experiencing real freedom.
Lisa breaks down the fears, myths, and magic of Step 5, showing how to choose the right "close-mouthed friend" and why this step is essential to deepening your recovery. With Lisa’s insight and encouragement, you'll see how this seemingly daunting step can become a powerful moment of connection, clarity, and healing.
Let’s walk through the fear, find humility, and take another vital step toward transformation.
To show you how transformative it can be - Lisa is joined by one of her very first sponsees in the program, Sarah C.
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: Taking the Steps Quickly: Step 4
In this second installment of our special workshop, Taking the Steps Quickly, Lisa dives into the step everyone seems to dread—Step 4: the inventory. But don’t worry, Lisa’s here to guide you through it with her signature blend of insight, humor, and no-nonsense advice.
Discover how to approach this transformative step without overthinking, overcomplicating, or overwhelming yourself. Lisa breaks down the process, showing how to honestly examine your life and uncover the patterns that hold you back—while keeping the focus on action, not perfection.
If the inventory step has been stopping you in your tracks, this episode will help you face it head-on and keep moving forward in your recovery journey.
Let’s take the next step together.
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: Taking the Steps Quickly: Steps 1, 2, and 3
Welcome to A Shot Glass of Recovery! In this special episode, your host Lisa kicks off a heartfelt and action-packed workshop that’s close to her heart - Recover or Die. Too much? If you think so, you don't know the grave nature of Alcohol Abuse Disorder a.k.a ALCOHOLISM.
Lisa, a self-proclaimed Harry Tiebout superfan (this fact has nothing to do with this particular episode - it just shows how obsessed Lisa is with Tiebout), shares her passion for recovery by showing how anyone can take the 12 Steps just as Bill and Bob did—without a book, without meetings, and in just a few short hours.
Join us as we dive into the first three steps, breaking them down with practical guidance and personal insight. Whether you're new to recovery or looking for a fresh perspective, this workshop is a powerful reminder to get into action and embrace the transformative journey of recovery.
Let’s begin.
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode Title: A Shot Glass of Recovery: Taking the 12 Steps Quickly and Often – A Special Series
This year, A Shot Glass of Recovery wanted to give you something extra special. We’re thrilled to present the Taking the 12 Steps Quickly and Often series—designed to take you through the transformative power of the 12 Steps in a whole new way.
In this series, Lisa guides you through the Steps with simplicity, depth, and action, showing that recovery doesn’t have to be complicated or drawn out. We’ll move quickly, stay grounded, and, most importantly, embrace the freedom that comes from taking each step fully and often.
Lisa’s dedication to this show is unwavering. She pours her heart into each episode, sharing her own journey and helping others find hope and healing. If you’ve found value in the show and would like to support its continuation, consider gifting some support to help keep A Shot Glass of Recovery going for another year. Your contributions make a big difference in keeping the show alive and accessible to those who need it most.
If you’d like to donate, please visit our PayPal account
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Cheers to the journey—may this series be the extra shot of inspiration you need to keep moving forward in your recovery!
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#12stepsofchristmas
#sobercheer
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryFrom Anger to Acceptance: Bob C’s AA Journey"
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Bob C, a veteran and longtime AA member, to explore his remarkable path to recovery. After years of anger and resentment—especially toward religion, shaped by childhood experiences of hypocrisy—Bob found himself seeking a new way of life.
Bob’s story is one of transformation, as he shares how the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous helped him overcome his anger, find inner peace, and rebuild his life. His military service adds another layer to his story, revealing the unique challenges and perspectives he brings to recovery.
Join us as Bob reflects on his journey, offering insights into how the program helped him move from resistance to acceptance and faith in something greater than himself. This episode is a testament to the idea that it’s never too late to change and find hope in recovery.
#veteransinrecovery
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecovery"Big Book Study: Chapter 7 – Working With Others"
In Episode 34, we dive into Chapter 7 of the Big Book: Working With Others. This chapter serves as the ultimate “how-to” guide for sponsorship and carrying the message to the still-suffering alcoholic—our 12th suggestion in action. Open your book to page 89 as we read and discuss through to page 91 today.
We explore the practical steps outlined in this chapter, offering insights into how to approach, support, and guide those who are seeking a solution. Whether you’re new to sponsoring or looking to deepen your understanding of this vital part of recovery, this discussion will provide clarity and inspiration.
Join us as we uncover the wisdom in these pages, reminding ourselves of the importance of service and the power of one alcoholic helping another.
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"Walking the Path of Recovery: Janet K’s Story"
In this heartfelt episode, we’re joined by Janet K, a longtime member of Alcoholics Anonymous, whose story embodies the enduring strength and wisdom of the program. Janet shares her journey of transformation, offering hope to those navigating their own challenges with addiction.
For those who love hearing from long-timers, this conversation is a reminder that the program works—if you work it. Janet reflects on the common threads that connect us all: the pain, the temporary solutions, and the eventual freedom found through recovery.
As she shares her experience, listeners will appreciate the comforting familiarity of phrases from the Big Book and the profound lessons they carry. Whether you're new to the journey or a seasoned traveler, this episode is a testament to the power of community and the possibility of a better tomorrow.
Please join us every Sunday at AA Solution Seekers to hear our recovery speakers live.
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It is indescribably wonderful to meet people in AA who after 30 years still have a zest for living and a desire to carry the message as far and often as they can!
If you have been around for a while you've probably met NY Dave.
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paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecoveryEpisode 33 of the Big book Study begins with a recap of page 87.
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AA Solution Seekers are blessed to have a few old timers with some amazing connections. What this means for us and for you, is we get some pretty amazing speakers at our group. I'm just grateful to be able to share these speakers with you. If you don't hear your story in this share, keep coming back, you are bound to hear yours one day soon.
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