A PIONEER OF RECOVERY MUSIC, Michael Purington. The Montyman interviews one of the great pioneers of Twelve Step Music in the recovery genre. Hear Michael’s story of how he began the journey into the recovery music community and his experience, strength, and hope. This interview is from 2008 and the Best of Take 12 Recovery Radio. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook ..read more

HUMILITY FOR TODAY. Walking Through the Language of the Heart, Episode #69. Join Chris S. and the Monty’man as they take you through a journey into the Grapevine Writings of Alcoholics Anonymous Cofounder, Bill W. You will grow to appreciate Bill’s foresight and wisdom and the love he had for the fellowship, the insight he had into its possible pitfalls and his heart to keep its focus on its primary purpose. A new episode each Friday until the series completion. #aa #na #celebraterecovery #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #tradit ..read more

THE PROMISES OF THE BIG BOOK. So often we hear “The Promises” read in meetings. Most of the time these are the Promises that come true as a result of working through the amends process of Step Nine. But what about other promises found in the Big Book? Let’s look at just a few that are mentioned in other areas of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. Closing Song: On a Night Like This by Barry Jay. #promises #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps  #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook ..read more

SHAME, Chasing the Monsters Away. Monty welcomes Pastor & Author Dennis McGuire back to Take 12 Radio to talk about his new book on the topic of defeating shame and condemnation. We all have things we are ashamed of, but is shame interfering with our life as to keep us from who God wants us to be? How does shame interfere with our recovery? Closing Song: Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music by Larry Norman. #shame #shamefull #higherpower #god #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook ..read more

ANONYMITY DOESN’T MEAN SECRECY, OR DOES IT? On this episode of the short Montyman’s Recovery Meditorial Monty shares his experience with who he refers to as “The Mystery Shopper”. Closing Song: We’re Glad You’re Here by Conley White.  ..read more

WHAT THE BIG BOOK SAYS & DOESN’T SAY The hosts address a listener's comment about the podcast's focus on Christianity and discuss the concept of religion in recovery. They emphasize that the program is based on the founders' belief in the God of the Bible and Jesus Christ. They also clarify that the podcast is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous and does not claim to follow its specific traditions. The conversation then shifts to the topic of recovery and the steps. The hosts highlight that the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous uses the term 'recovered' and that the goal is to find a p ..read more

RECOVERY FUN on APRIL FOOL’S DAY 2024. Let’s have some fun with a bunch of great prizes, joking around and great comedic recovery music. Don’t forget rule 62 as we goof around in recovery on April Fool’s Day. Tune in a win stuff. #funny #aprilfools #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook   ..read more

GOD AS WE UNDERSTAND HIM: The Dilemma of No Faith. Walking Through the Language of theHeart / Episode #68. Join Chris S. and the Monty’man as they take you through a journey into the Grapevine Writings of Alcoholics Anonymous Cofounder, Bill W. You will grow to appreciate Bill’s foresight and wisdom and the love he had for the fellowship, the insight he had into its possible pitfalls and his heart to keep its focus on its primary purpose. A new episode each Friday until the series completion. #aa #na #celebraterecovery #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedoreco ..read more

CHASING THEM DOWN WHILE THEY’RE CHASING THE DRAGON. In this Montyman’s Meditorial Monty shares his thoughts on the phenomenon of “Fixing Others” and the truth about its heartbreak. Closing Song: Helping Hand by Eli Tellor. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #traditions #addiction #bigbook   ..read more

WE WISH EVERYONE WOULD DO THE STEPS. In this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of doing the 12 steps in recovery. They emphasize that the steps are not just for those in 12-step programs, but for everyone who wants to live a life of joy, peace, and freedom. They also address the issue of making the approach in the rooms and the need for sponsors and leaders to actively reach out to newcomers. The hosts also discuss the phenomenon of addiction switching and the importance of applying the steps to all areas of life. They address misinterpretations ..read more