Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions.  If you would like to join us, there are two ways. Episode Sponsorship  We will recognize you by first name only at the top, mid, and end of the episode.  Any amount will qualify. Premium Membership  This is the single most effective way to support the show.  Watch the video in its entirety and learn how to become Premium The Recovered Podcast Community is not a glum lot.  They contribute to the show and what they share is exactly what someone else needs to hear.  The new guy needs to hear your story.  So honor your 12th step obligation by calling in and help the guy who has not yet gone to his first meeting, you may make the difference in his life.  There are two ways to add to the show: Speakpipe Use your mobile or computer and leave a message.  This is the preferred method because the sound quality is excellent. 1-734-288-7510 is our voice message line. For most of us, summer is the perfect time for recreation, outdoor activities, socializing and relaxing. For some of us, Summer is the busy time of the year and finding time for recovery is the challenge. Now that you’re sober and summer is upon us, your idea of fun will no doubt look and feel a lot different than it did in the past…and that’s a good thing! For those in recovery – especially early recovery – summertime can also present a unique set of challenges. In the past, some of your summertime activities may have been synonymous with destructive behaviors. However, changing your lifestyle for the better doesn’t necessarily mean you have to redefine your personal definition of “fun.” So, if you’re looking for some new summer activities that will allow you to let loose, laugh and have fun without the fear of triggering a relapse, you’re in luck. We have suggestions! What was your first summer like? Did it feel odd to not use? How and why? What were some of your triggers? How did you cope? What tools did you use? What has held you back from enjoying summer as a sober person? What is the best advice you ever received about keeping your recovery program strong during summer? What book, website, podcast, music, movie, concert, do you recommend the new person to check out this summer? What is something that is working for you right now in your summertime recovery program? Suggestions you may want to comment on. Go Camping, Embrace Nature Join a Sports League Travel and Sightseeing Volunteer Your Time Try a New Activity Explore Your City or Home State Involve Your Pets Explore Your Creative Side Coordinate/Vacation with Others in Recovery BBQ Meditate in unique places Start an outdoor meeting WE HAVE CALLS Minus from San Diego https://www.google.com/voice/fm/00557165274674955804/AHwOX_Cam1VcYbWkckfhcV37lRben1KjuV6yX76F1q76K7ugJ1ezNgk-3dKOsByei9D3DwnmtGVu6aZ7G2Rfmhge_QXACZk8ZZywHjSUot7Sduhx1mfX_rvcyIr9AElSyiuqO8rtjFUU40LsCaziMe2mbLfJcBVosQ Tony from Connecticut https://www.google.com/voice/fm/00557165274674955804/AHwOX_C7xeRDQcbFfA9N9DeN7ilzFy7w_RGxOiaxCFLoz3p-W4VnzuWN-pQu4GSX6EsTHayf8w9D0Gym3vOemBUiJDB3zjRIFOB4FoOBrojnGYA0g_xKLXg5qr1yrgwP2K1oNZAmrQJSv4kgmcW1WKNosY0dYuPcyg Mike from Walled Lake https://www.google.com/voice/fm/00557165274674955804/AHwOX_AFrptoocO--mXxFh47CrcyP3bWA2uG3C721bAa3u9vpbzs39rjD6P6-klTGvb5jBteL3wh2n14vn5djpuAbt_8n4ox2ffPVnhSjo9MQCAjRSeWaOywjfbMU9DUhLKohdLHi2Lw07dm1yAgKzNoxHRvCyVU6A Zach from Canton https://www.google.com/voice/fm/00557165274674955804/AHwOX_BEjUpRORxv6Pw21CAhsQ4LFuhk1HzaXpk1JEylDOxHztUc4TXpDyKrgCb6-jOAwM4q2ABBGjO8yOUP6eBf024E-2i4urlFSLgCPYUuHmp6vNaf4qUxYDQK-FEgy4TGDd2joiEpVsvLpZ7sCNjC6bLgSnOWIg Buddy from Ga https://www.google.com/voice/fm/00557165274674955804/AHwOX_Ddxbi9JmTsGODzf_J1umCOVq2Hr1a9Jzgd2BG4cGZQ2MTw7LCeEoS4FTwDEbAgmC6BLiLeriOsY0klxF5wWJ7TjRyx1X0ECEIBSeQqEoGckCw-EuWZmTILUFdqjszCgDGhsob0HUeGopKSdPg7V53Kxei4AA