Making Recovery Fun: Guidance for Newcomers on RAW Recovery Podcast
Episode Overview
Explain what a sponsor is in simple terms. Address common newcomer questions before they arise. Maintain your own sobriety while helping others. Build supportive relationships within the recovery community. Use humour to make tough topics more approachable.
Never work harder than the sponsee. Ever.
Ever wondered how to make those tough recovery topics a bit more fun? RAW Recovery Podcast brings you uncut and unedited daily episodes that tackle the nitty-gritty of sobriety. This episode, titled 'Move Ahead/The Newcomer', is all about guiding newcomers through the first steps of their recovery journey. With a blend of humour and raw honesty, the host discusses the importance of addressing common questions before they arise, making newcomers feel less isolated and more understood.
You'll hear about the significance of having a sponsor and how to explain what that actually means in a way that doesn't make anyone feel silly. The episode also touches on the delicate balance between helping others and maintaining your own sobriety, emphasising that you should never work harder than the person you're trying to help. There's a lot of camaraderie here, as the host shares personal anecdotes and practical advice for building supportive relationships within the recovery community.
It's a refreshing take on serious topics, sprinkled with light-hearted moments and genuine empathy. So, if you're looking for a podcast that offers both guidance and a good laugh, this one's for you. Why not give it a listen and see how it can support your own journey or help you assist someone else in theirs?