"This podcast serves as an additional recovery tool for those embracing a new way of life through Narcotics Anonymous. Our goal is to provide insights, experien...
This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we continue our journey through Chapter 3 of Living Clean: The Journey Continues, focusing on the section entitled Creative Action of the Spirit. Joining us are four incredible guests—Dawn, Gary, JW, and Theresa—each a member of our fellowship and a uniquely creative individual. Through heartfelt shares, they’ll explore how recovery has inspired and enhanced their personal creativity.As we delve into this powerful section, our guests will share their stories and insights, illustrating the transformative connection between recovery and creativity. From writing and music to art and service, Dawn, Gary, JW, and Theresa each offer their perspective on how the spirit of recovery has sparked their creative journey.Stick around until the end, where each guest will give tangible examples of how recovery has shaped their creative expression, offering inspiration and practical takeaways for us all. Don’t miss this uplifting episode celebrating the creative action of the spirit in recovery!
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Jimmy's Story of Perseverance
This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we bring you an inspiring story of resilience and transformation. Join us as we sit down with Jimmy, a remarkable individual who not only found the strength to get clean but has gone on to overcome incredible challenges in his journey of recovery. From battling the odds to rebuilding his life, Jimmy’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and hope. Don’t miss this moving episode filled with wisdom, courage, and a powerful reminder that recovery is possible.
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Welcome to Conscious Contact
This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we’re breaking new ground with a unique and inspiring episode! Join Francis and me as we’re joined by an incredible panel of guests—Adrianne, Angie, Anthony, Eddie, Gil, Jimmy, Cathy, Ralph, Richard, and Tracy—as we dive into Living Clean: The Journey Continues, Chapter 3, “Conscious Contact,” covering pages 73 to 76.Each of these remarkable addicts takes a paragraph or section from the reading and shares their personal insights, experiences, and reflections, creating a rich tapestry of perspectives on this powerful topic. This is the first time we’ve done an episode in this collaborative format, and we couldn’t have picked a better group. Our guests have all been part of a meeting called “Conscious Contact” that began during the pandemic, so they bring a wealth of familiarity and depth to the discussion.Francis and I feel like the true beneficiaries of this heartfelt and honest conversation. We’re confident you’ll agree this is one of our best episodes yet. We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed recording it!
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Kevin's Journey to Redemption
This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we welcome back Kevin, a participant in our Living Clean book study, to take a deeper dive into his remarkable story of recovery. Kevin shares his honest and raw journey, reflecting on the cycles of getting clean briefly, facing consequences, and returning to active addiction—until he reached a point of complete surrender.We explore the pivotal moment when Kevin got clean but was faced with serving a prison sentence, the challenges of staying clean during incarceration, and the extraordinary legal miracle that led to his freedom. Kevin also opens up about his ongoing journey in Narcotics Anonymous, sharing insights on the growth and challenges he has faced along the way.Join us for a powerful and inspiring episode that highlights resilience, surrender, and the transformative power of recovery.
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Transition to "Conscience Contact"
In this episode of The Living Clean Podcast, we continue our in-depth study of Living Clean: The Journey Continues. Wrapping up the final three paragraphs in the “Spirituality in Action” section of Chapter 3, we prepare to dive into the “Conscious Contact” section.We’re honored to welcome three special guests: Richard H., Gil P., and Tracy W. During the pandemic, Richard H. founded a unique meeting called Conscious Contact, which grew rapidly, drawing over 5,000 members on some days. Gil P. and Tracy W. joined him in service, helping this meditation-based meeting flourish. With a five-minute meditation to begin, this meeting has continued post-pandemic and still gathers hundreds of participants daily.In the second half of this episode, we transition to “Conscious Contact” by exploring the story behind this extraordinary meeting. Tune in to learn how it all began and continues to inspire the recovery community. Join the Conscious Contact meeting seven days a week at 7 AM Pacific / 9 AM Central on Zoom (ID: 862 9137 5466, Password: 232323).Don’t miss this insightful conversation as we bridge spirituality and action in recovery!
"This podcast serves as an additional recovery tool for those embracing a new way of life through Narcotics Anonymous. Our goal is to provide insights, experiences, and discussions that support the journey of recovery.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the individual contributors and do not represent the official stance of Narcotics Anonymous. NA does not take positions on outside issues, ensuring the name of Narcotics Anonymous remains free from public controversy."
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