A Pagan, a Sufi, and a Jew Walk Into a (Dry) Bar

A Pagan, a Sufi, and a Jew Walk Into a (Dry) Bar

Recovery Crone Podcast

Tom and Neil join Recovery Crone to discuss the importance of self-care in 12 Step Recovery, exploring spirituality, humour, and community support.

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1:00:317 Feb 2026

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Finding Serenity: The Role of Self-Care in Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Self-care is a core element of recovery.
  • Emotional self-support is crucial for sobriety.
  • Humour can be a powerful tool in healing.
  • True self-discovery involves moving beyond societal roles.
  • Community support enhances spiritual growth.
"Recovery is about functioning at the highest level you can, despite the challenges."

Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of recovery in this episode of the Recovery Crone Podcast. Hosts bring back friends Tom and Neil for a heartfelt discussion on the pivotal role of self-care in the journey of 12 Step Recovery. It's a delightful reunion as these friends, who haven't spoken in years, share their insights on how spirituality and self-care intertwine in the path to sobriety.

Neil highlights the importance of emotional self-support, sharing his unique approach to sponsorship—encouraging laughter and light-heartedness as essential components of recovery. Tom reflects on his journey towards understanding self-care, admitting his struggle with always needing to be productive. He shares his newfound appreciation for leisure and simple joys, like listening to birds, as vital forms of self-care.

The conversation takes a deeper turn as they explore the shift from self-centredness to genuine self-care, questioning who we truly are beyond societal expectations. The trio discusses the power of group support and the spiritual growth that comes from being part of a community. With light humour and honest reflections, they offer listeners practical advice and profound wisdom on embracing one's true self in recovery.

If you're curious about how self-care can transform your recovery journey, this episode is a must-listen.

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