Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast
133 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsWelcome to the Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast, a place for sex addicts to share their experiences of recovery to help break the stigma, myths, and misconceptions of sex addiction.
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Ep 126 Marco shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
April 08, 2024 01:54 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBJoin us in this episode as Marco shares about his 30+ years of recovery in SAA, working the steps and recommitting to recovery after being away for awhile. We also talk about his story in the Green Book. Links mentioned in this episode: Recommiting To Recovery pamphlet: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/recommitting-to-recovery/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): for KING + COUNTRY - Burn the Ships: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOVr...
Ep 125 Craig shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
March 30, 2024 23:21 - 59 minutes - 49.9 MBJoin us in this episode as Craig shares about his recovery journey in SAA and living in the outer circle through music. Link mentioned in this episode: Group Guide: Handbook for SAA Groups: https://saa-recovery.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/SAA_Group_Guide.pdf Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 (in the US) https://988lifeline.org YouTube Links to music i...
Ep 124 Stephanie & John share their Experience, Strength & Hope
March 22, 2024 23:54 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBJoin us in this episode as past guest Stephanie and her husband John share about their recovery journies in COSA & SAA, involvement with past & current Conventions and enjoying outer circle behaviors like painting. Links mentioned in this episode: COSA website: https://cosa-recovery.org Adult Children of Sexual Addiction Meeting is open to anyone affected by sexual compulsive behavior including members of other Twelve Step programs. Especially helpful for anyone who identifies ...
Ep 123 Allison W shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
March 14, 2024 23:00 - 39 minutes - 35.1 MBJoin us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Allison W. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA, living through covert incest, & finding peace after a miscarriage. Links mentioned in this episode: COSA website: https://cosa-recovery.org Adult Children of Sexual Addiction Meeting is open to anyone affected by sexual compulsive behavior including members of other Twelve Step programs. Especially helpful for anyone who identifi...
Ep 122 Tim R shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
March 09, 2024 02:10 - 58 minutes - 54.4 MBJoin us in this recording for Part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Tim R. shares about his experience in recovery in SAA and the importance of working the steps and finding integrity. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool - Soundscape Two (46&2 Intro): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jd9X3Wby7ec Tool - No Quarter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNUq-JSXvS4 The Beatles - While My Guitar Gently Weeps: https://www.youtu...
Ep 121 Joe & Charlie Step 2: We Agnostics
March 03, 2024 07:27 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBJoin us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". Looking at Step 2, from the Big Book of AA, this recording covers Ch. 4: We Agnostics. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps. Bay Area Retreat Registration ends March 10th: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/out-of-the-fog-and-into-the-light-retreat-mar...
Ep 120 Dear God: A Second Step Story
February 27, 2024 02:07 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBIn this special episode, Jason's sponsee "John Barleycorn III" reads a letter to God as part of his work on Step 2. Afterwards, we have discussion about Steps 2 & 3. Links mentioned in this episode: Prayers: https://bayareasaa.org/prayers/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Traffic - John Barleycorn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdI057Rs3wY XTC - Dear God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p554R-Jq43A Andy Partridge - Wonderfalls: htt...
Ep 119 Azhar shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
February 18, 2024 04:03 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBJoin us in this episode as Azhar talks about his recovery journey in SAA, going through withdrawal, finding the podcast, and mental health. Jason shares his current struggle with panic attacks & anxiety as it relates to the TV show Ted Lasso. Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/panic-attacks/symptoms-causes/syc-20376021 YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Ted Lasso has a panic attack: https://www...
Bonus Ep: Bay Area Retreat Info & Ep 074 Re-Post
February 08, 2024 05:50 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBOut of the Fog and Into the Light Retreat – March 2024 The Bay Area Retreat Committee is excited to invite you to our annual Out of the Fog in Marin County on the weekend of March 15-17, 2024. Enrich your recovery with meetings, workshops, meditation, and fellowship. We will also enjoy all manner of outer circle activities including drum circles, campfires, game night, talent/no talent show, and hiking among the rolling hills of West Marin. Register for the Retreat here: http://b...
Ep 118 Art shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
February 03, 2024 21:02 - 39 minutes - 34.9 MBJoin us in this episode as Art shares an Experience, Strength & Hope talk at the Noon Zoom meeting. In his share, Art talks about Intimacy avoidance, grooming, and one day at a time recovery through the program of SAA. Bay Area Retreat information: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/out-of-the-fog-and-into-the-light-retreat-march-2024/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Nomad - Croc Country: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwk68ztJ98c Jo...
Ep 117 Don J shares his First Step
January 25, 2024 04:18 - 36 minutes - 29.6 MBJoin us in this special episode as Don J. shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting. Links mentioned in this episode: Retreat: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/out-of-the-fog-and-into-the-light-retreat-march-2024/ SAA/COSA Speakers meeting: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/quarterly-saa-cosa-speakers-meeting-online/ Find Links for the Podcast: https://sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/ Be sure to reach us via email: [email protected]...
Ep 116 Ben V. shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
January 14, 2024 00:24 - 43 minutes - 41.5 MBJoin us in this episode as Ben V. shares an Experience, Strength & Hope talk at the Noon Zoom meeting. In his share, Ben talks about the Steps and Traditions helping him in his recovery journey in SAA. Bay Area Retreat information: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/out-of-the-fog-and-into-the-light-retreat-march-2024/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): North Texas Wind Symphony - Linden Lea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEt4lIBNBhY T...
Ep 115 Joe & Charlie Step 2: There Is A Solution & Spiritual Experience
December 31, 2023 05:46 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBJoin us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". Looking at Step 2, from the Big Book of AA, this recording covers sections of Ch. 1: Bill's Story, Ch. 2 There Is A Solution & Appendix II: Spiritual Experience. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps. Timestamps: Ch.1: Bill's Story: 07:55 Ch. 2: There Is A...
Ep 114 Jim W shares at he SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
December 23, 2023 04:36 - 40 minutes - 34.8 MBJoin us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Jim W. shares about his experience in recovery in SAA, what he has learned from his sponsor, and from being a sponsor. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Put One Foot in Front of the Other (from Santa Claus is Coming to Town): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRNiOpoZHV4 Heilung - Seidh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSeM-COjbhs Hellblade 2 Trailer (Hei...
Ep 113 Julie P shares at he SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
December 08, 2023 00:46 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBJoin us in this recording for Part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Julie P. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA and the importance of having boundaries. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Michael Franti & Spearhead - Pray For Grace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51t5lL0p77o Heilung - Fylgija Ear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UwOZJPXA60 Quarantool - Reflection (Tool Cover): https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Ep 112 Shawn P shares his First Step
November 22, 2023 06:23 - 48 minutes - 43.4 MBJoin us in this special episode as Shawn P. shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting. Giving Thanks Donations: Text BAGT to 91999 Giving Thanks Thermometer https://rb.gy/7cmgm Mobile giving: https://app.mobilecause.com/e/BFXxdw?vid=dl9rp Web giving: https://app.mobilecause.com/f/31w2/n?vid=d59db YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Linkin Park - Breaking the Habit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Np_1j1nwyiY NF - Ch...
Ep 111 Jack shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
November 13, 2023 02:29 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBJoin us in this episode as Jack shares his story of recovery in SAA, getting into SAA service, and the miracle of Meetings. We also talk about some music too! Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dailling 988 in the US. https://988lifeline.org/ Giving Thanks Donations: Text BAGT to 91999 Giving Thanks Thermometer https://rb.gy/7cmgm Mobile giving: https://app.mo...
Ep 110 Chandler shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
October 31, 2023 22:37 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBJoin us in this episode as Chandler talks about his recovery journey in SAA and his work on Sex/Porn recovery based App to help people build connections with others in finding abstinence from addictive behaviors. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Chtonic - Supreme Pain For The Tyrant: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jYsu5-TJQ8 Tang Dynasty - Pathway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnEMVEmLuT4 12 Girls Band - Clocks (Coldplay Cover): https:...
Ep 109 Joe & Charlie Steps 1 & 2: The Doctor's Opinion
October 22, 2023 04:45 - 53 minutes - 47 MBJoin us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". Looking at Steps 1 & 2, this recording covers The Doctor's Opinion from the Big Book of AA. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps. Links this episode (used for educational purposes): Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive (section relevant to this episode): ...
Ep 108 Chris L shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
October 15, 2023 02:07 - 44 minutes - 38.5 MBJoin us in this episode as Chris L. shares an Experience, Strength & Hope talk at the Noon Zoom meeting. In his share, Chris talks about his recovery journey in SAA, the importance of service and the Hour of Power of program work & meditation. Giving Thanks information: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/news/ Giving Thanks Invite: https://rb.gy/yxny4 Mobile giving: https://app.mobilecause.com/e/BFXxdw?vid=dl9rp text BAGT to 91999 Web giving: https://app.mobilecause.com/f/...
Ep 107 Andrew C shares his First Step
September 29, 2023 23:32 - 45 minutes - 35.2 MBJoin us in this special episode as Andrew C. shares his First Step Presentation. Instead of just a one-on-one recording on Zoom, we had a few friends show up to make it feel more like a meeting or group chat. Links mentioned in this episode: Fellow Travelers Recovery Intergroup for SAA MAPs meetings: https://FTRecovery.org Pennsylvania/New Jersey SLAA Retreat info available here: https://slaadvi.org/activities Be sure to reach us via email: [email protected]...
Ep 106 Tradition Study Pt.4
September 18, 2023 23:02 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBJoin us in this episode as we conclude our group discussion on the SAA Traditions. We will be breaking down the 12 Traditions of SAA into four sessions. In this episode, we will be covering Traditions Ten, Eleven and Twelve. Links mentioned in this episode: The Tradition Study document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k898i0gmBCPpkIAP3UZZlTjgLgOVhXWL/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106750503088441928585&rtpof=true&sd=true Orange County SAA Fall Retreat: https://ocisaa.org/upcoming-r...
Ep 105 Stephanie H shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
September 06, 2023 04:29 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBJoin us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Stephanie H. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA and as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse in the church. Adult Children of Sex Addicts Meeting information: https://cosa-recovery.org/meeting/adult-children-of-sex-addicts-acsa-onl-48/ Schedule of COSA Meetings: https://cosazoomroom.org/meeting-schedule-ii/ Other links for Survivors of Sex Abuse: https://www.usatoday.c...
Ep 104 Jim C shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
August 27, 2023 05:24 - 39 minutes - 36 MBJoin us in this recording for Part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Jim C. shares about his experience in recovery in SAA: from victim to perpetrator to recovered sex addict and his service in the SAA Community. Links Mentioned in this episode: Orange County SAA Fall Retreat: https://ocisaa.org/upcoming-retreat/ Adult Children of Sex Addicts Meeting information: https://cosa-recovery.org/meeting/adult-children-of-sex-addicts-acsa-onl-48/ Since su...
Ep 103 Chip shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
August 19, 2023 18:04 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBJoin us in this episode as past guest Chip shares about reaching one year of sobriety from porn and masturbation, the importance of phone calls and taking things one day at a time. Previous Chip shared his First Step on the podcast and was part of our 100th episode celebration. 7th Tradition Donations for the podcast via the Bay Area Intergroup PayPal: [email protected] To donate to the ISO: https://saa-store.org/7thTradition/ Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@s...
Ep 102 Mike S shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
August 10, 2023 00:47 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBJoin us in this episode as Mike S shares about his journey of recovery in SAA, the gifts of the program and sobriety, and the power of music. Orange County Intergroup of SAA: https://ocisaa.org/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Ed Sheeran - Bad Habits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orJSJGHjBLI Ed Sheeran - Bad Habits feat. Bring Me The Horizon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxcxyGDD38E Bad Religion - Sorrow: https://www.youtube.com...
Ep 101 Phillip B from the ISO Talks About Giving Hope A Voice
July 31, 2023 00:12 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBJoin us in this episode as Phillip talks about his work with the Internation Service Organization (ISO of SAA, Inc.) as the PI/CPC manager, Giving Hope A Voice, LifeLine Partnership and future ISO projects including the new website saa-connect.org. Links mentioned in this episode: SAA Connect: https://saa-connect.org/ Giving Hope A Voice presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BsQDL7lxgA_1OoHPhzW017EiWT08LpXw/view A simple how-to for Giving Thanks: https://saa-store.org/...
Ep 100 Celebrating of 100 Episodes of the Podcast
July 22, 2023 23:59 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBJoin us in this group chat as we celebrate 100 episodes of the Podcast! From silly moments of laughter to emotion-filled shares, we talk about the impact of the Podcast, the program of SAA, friendship, music & mental health. For this recording, we had past guests of the podcast as well as listeners turned first-time guests. Listen to Ange and Jason on the Coffee and Conversation Podcast, Episode 6: https://www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org/coffeeandconversationpodcast/episode/45b6478f/...
Ep 099 MJ Returns for more Experience, Strength & Hope
July 16, 2023 19:38 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBJoin us in this episode as returning guest MJ talks about his journey of 11th Step meditation, thoughts on the toxic environment in Hollywood as it relates to the #MeToo movement, and breaking down the stigma of sex addiction (even within the rooms of SAA). Literature mentioned in this episode: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/05/lost-tv-show-culture Burn It Down: Power, Complicity and a Call for Change in Hollywood by Maureen Ryan YouTube Links to music and videos i...
Ep 098 The Healing Power of Throat Singing
July 09, 2023 05:20 - 1 hour - 75 MBJoin us in this episode as Jason talks about how the healing art of throat singing has helped in his recovery journey both as a form of meditation and an outer circle activity. YouTube Informational videos used or mentioned in this episode: Vocal Coach Reacts to YMA SUMAC - Chuncho (She LITERALLY sings like a bird...): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFrC2uo-MIo Maria Franz (Heilung) & Natasha Pakhalenko (Nytt Land) - Shamanic Music & Nordic Vocal Techniques: https://www.youtube.co...
Ep 097 Anonymous shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
July 01, 2023 18:44 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBJoin us in this episode as an anonymous guest shares his journey of recovery in SAA. We chose the pseudonym "Anonynous" and used pitch shifting software to modulate his voice. SAA Public Information Handbook: https://saa-iso.org/mbrs/docs/orTools/SAA.PublicInformationHandbook.2016.pdf For Username & Password email the ISO: [email protected] YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Glass Animals - Poplar St.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
Ep 096 Tradition Study Pt.3
June 25, 2023 04:51 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBJoin us in this episode as continue our group discussion on the SAA Traditions. We will be breaking down the 12 Traditions of SAA into four sessions. In this episode, we will be covering Traditions Seven, Eight and Nine. 7th Tradition Donations: Group or individual contributions to the Bay Area Intergroup: https://bayareasaa.org/contribute/ or through the Bay Area Intergroup PayPal: [email protected] To donate to the ISO: https://saa-store.org/7thTradition/ *NEW* 2n...
Ep 095 Cyrus shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
June 15, 2023 22:41 - 1 hour - 65 MBJoin us in this episode as Cyrus talks about his family of origin in Bangladesh; the toxic shame and depression that stemmed from childhood emotional abuse; and finding a sense of peace within the teachings of Islam. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.recoveryranch....
Ep 094 David K shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
June 01, 2023 23:16 - 44 minutes - 39.1 MBJoin us in part 2 of the recent Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as David K. shares about his experience in recovery in SAA, the importance of prayer and having a Higher Power (plus a little bonus performance from the Bay Area Retreat Talent Show). Be sure to reach us via email: [email protected] If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. [email protected] Launching soon: https://sexa...
Ep 093 Linda P shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
May 21, 2023 04:52 - 36 minutes - 30.2 MBJoin us in this recording of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Linda P. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA, being an adult child of a sex addict, and the importance of program tools and service. For More information about COSA, please visit the website: https://cosa-recovery.org/ Convention recording: https://cosa-recovery.org/shop/mp3/2009-oakland/2009-05-the-200-pound-telephone-making-the-most-of-program-calls-mp3/ Adult Children of Sex Addicts M...
Ep 092 Jim L shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
May 14, 2023 02:45 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBJoin us in this episode as Jim L talks about his recovery in SAA, service work with the ISO And LitCom and the beauty of Gratitude. Links mentioned in this episode: The Outer Circle Newsletter: https://saa-recovery.org/news-events/saa-newsletter/ The ISO Service Website: https://saa-iso.org/ LitCom: https://saa-iso.org/mbrs/litcom/index.php Member Services are password protected, please email [email protected] for details YouTube Links to music in this episode (used f...
Ep 091 Sean O shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
April 29, 2023 19:13 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBJoin us in this episode as Sean O talks about being a survivor of the Child Abuse Sex Scandal in the Catholic Church and the beginning of his recovery journey in SAA. Links Mentioned in this episode: https://www.usatoday.com/videos/news/nation/2022/04/20/new-jersey-diocese-settle-sex-abuse-lawsuits-87-5-m/7380461001/ https://www.healthyplace.com/abuse/articles/guilt-and-shame-of-being-raped https://pandys.org/articles/2021/sexual-arousal-and-sexual-assault/ https://pandys.o...
Ep 090 Women's Experiences at the Retreat
April 22, 2023 19:55 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBJoin us in this episode for our group discussion as panel of women attendees of the Bay Area Retreat talk about their retreat experiences, sponsorship and what it’s like being a woman in SAA. Also, more clips from the Talent/No Talent Show. Links talked about in this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/a-special-welcome-to-the-woman-newcomer-from-other-women-members-of-saa/ Grace List and other Women's Outreach Committee info: https://saa-recovery.org/women/ Out of the...
Ep 089 The Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast Workshop
April 14, 2023 22:31 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBFrom the 2023 Bay Area Retreat, Jason presents The Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast Workshop. Join us as attendees take part in this recording of an interactive discussion for the SAA podcast to share our experiences of recovery with listeners around the world. Jason also shares some music from the Talent/No Talent Show at the Retreat. Out of the Fog Newsletter can be found here: https://bayareasaa.org/newsletter/ Here are YouTube links to the original artists for the music played ...
Ep 088 Jason P. shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
April 07, 2023 01:05 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBJoin us in this episode as Jason P. shares his journey of recovery with SAA and Celebrate Recovery. Special co-host LJ also joins us in this fun conversation. We talked about a lot of music especially Ska & Punk (links below). YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Balalaika Russian folk music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn06W-iBfkQ Dropkick Murphy’s - A Few Good Men: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2PQwqB2Iv4 Flogging Molly - The Kilburn Hi...
Ep 087 Nancy P shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
March 30, 2023 23:58 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBJoin us in this recording of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Nancy P. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA, her journey through the Twelve Steps and her traumatic experience being stalked and harassed. For More information about COSA, please visit the website: https://cosa-recovery.org/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Mira Ceti - Uriat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VrZyoWwn10 Wardruna - Lyfjaberg (Heali...
Ep 086 SAA Tradition Study pt. 2 (fixed)
March 24, 2023 23:13 - 1 hour - 60 MBJoin us in this episode as continue our group discussion on the SAA Traditions. We will be breaking down the 12 Traditions of SAA into four sessions. In this episode, we finish up Tradition Three and then move on to Traditions Four, Five and Six. Be sure to reach us via email: [email protected] If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. [email protected] To find meetings in the San Francisco...
Ep 085 Tommy shares his Experience, Strength and Hope
March 17, 2023 04:46 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBJoin us in the episode as Tommy talks about his recovery in SAA and being of service, especially as the GSR for his local group. Links mentioned in this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/wp-content/uploads/GSR-pamphlet-web-version.pdf https://saa-recovery.org/iso/gsr-registration-form/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Sol Seppy - Enter One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuFSm-ddirQ Lacuna Coil - Swamped: https://www.youtube.com/wat...
Ep 084 Perseverance with Returning Guest LJ
March 10, 2023 23:27 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBLJ is back! Join us in this episode as Jason and LJ catch up with each other and talk about why has been away from meetings and sponsorship for a while and his return. Additionally, LJ dicusses perseverance and allowing God to guide us as he sees fit. Links mentioned in this episode: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/retreat-registration-update/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/getting-a-sponsor/ The Outer Circle Newsletter: https://saa-recovery.org/news-events/saa-newslet...
Ep 083 I'm Grateful To Be Alive
February 26, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, Jason reflects on his recent hospitalization and the gratitude for being alive and present. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool - Parabola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DuAAmHpGbw Cass Elliott - It's Getting Better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxmXu6k8PiU P.O.D. - Alive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ce2KN06dS7c Andy Grammer - Good to be Alive (Hallelujah): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDu93pdyBDE Fishbone...
Ep 082 Return of the Bay Area Retreat
February 10, 2023 05:41 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBJoin us in this episode as Jason, Tim & Paul enthusiastically share their experiences around the Bay Area Retreat. To help enlighten newcomers to the SAA program we talk about what the retreat is, what we get out of a weekend of recovery, and what are some of the fears or questions that people new to to the program might have. We were also joined by COSA member and Paul's wife Amy to share her perspective on what it's like to let a partner go to the retreat for the first time. Informat...
Ep 081 SAA Tradition Study pt. 1
February 02, 2023 23:43 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBJoin us in this episode as Darren F. leads a group discussion on the SAA Traditions. We will be breaking down the 12 Traditions of SAA into four sessions. In this episode, we talk about the history of the Traditions and then cover the first three Traditions. Jason also covers listener feedback, comments and reviews as well as sharing some recovery music. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tyler Joe Miller - Fighting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?...
Ep 080 Corinna, Wife of a Sex Addict
January 21, 2023 01:43 - 1 hour - 48 MBJoin us in this episode as Corinna talks about her compassion for her husband finding recovery through SAA, her own recovery journey in and out of various programs, and healing the inner child. We also talked about Recovering Couples Anonymous (RCA) and Healthy Intimate Relationship (HIR) meetings in the SAA & COSA fellowships. Links mentioned in this episode for HIR meetings & RCA: HIR meeting info in San Francisco (SAA): https://bayareasaa.org/meetings/healthy-intimate-relationshi...
Ep 079 Jeff M. shares his First Step
January 14, 2023 05:44 - 45 minutes - 43.5 MBHappy New Year! After a few weeks off during the Holidays, we're finally back with a new episode. Join us in this special episode as Jeff M. shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting. Please be sure to check out the new Bay Area SAA website (we finally added the podcast player): https://bayareasaa.org/podcast/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Bill Monroe - Blue Moon of Kentucky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtpiqdN2lJk B...
Ep 078 Ange shares her Experience, Strength & Hope
December 23, 2022 02:52 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBJoin us in this episode as Ange shares about healing from c-PTSD, the various traumatic events in her life & her journey in SAA. We also talked about the our in-person meeting's annual Holiday Music Jam. Links mentioned in this episode: The Secret Life of This Girl Blog: https://thesecretlifeofthisgirl.com/ The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suici...