Refuge Recovery: Group Rep Meeting Insights
Episode Overview
Ensure multiple people have access to Zoom logins to prevent meeting disruptions. Rotate leadership roles to strengthen community involvement. Train successors in leadership positions for seamless transitions. Adhere to abstinence from recreational intoxicants for service positions. Use group conscience to make decisions on service roles.
"Each one teach one, and that's a part of it."
What are the common struggles and victories in addiction recovery? In this episode of Refuge Recovery, listeners are taken on a journey through the dynamic world of Buddhist-oriented addiction recovery. Vanessa, a volunteer for Refuge Recovery World Services, leads a group representative Q&A meeting, held every third Thursday. This isn't your typical peer-led meeting; it's a space for group reps from both online and in-person meetings to connect, share resources, and ask questions.
The session is rich with practical advice on managing meetings, like ensuring multiple people have access to Zoom logins to prevent disruptions. Sebastian, a key figure at Refuge Recovery World Services, shares insights on leadership roles within the community, stressing the importance of rotating leadership and training successors. The discussion also touches on the program's stance on abstinence from recreational intoxicants, highlighting the balance between maintaining personal boundaries and community guidelines.
With a mix of practical tips and community support, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone involved in addiction recovery groups. Whether you're curious about the intricacies of managing a recovery meeting or looking for a supportive community to join, this episode has something for you. Dive into the conversation and see how Refuge Recovery continues to provide a systematic approach to addiction recovery that embraces well-being and happiness.
How can your involvement in such a community impact your journey to sobriety?