12th Step Podcast
12th Step Podcast
When They Move On: Letting Go with Grace in Sponsorship
When They Move On: Letting Go with Grace in Sponsorship
When They Move On: Letting Go with Grace in Sponsorship
Friday 14th November 2025
Explore the emotional journey of sponsorship in recovery with heartfelt stories and advice on letting go gracefully.
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28 minutes
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Sexual Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the emotional bonds formed in sponsorship.
- Learning to let go without feeling rejected.
- Giving freely without expecting anything in return.
- Importance of self-awareness in managing emotions.
- Reflecting on personal experiences for growth.
"It's okay to have sex. It's not okay for sex to have you."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of The 12th Step Podcast tackles the emotional complexities of sponsorship in recovery. You'll hear from Aaron, a listener who's been in recovery for four years, sharing his heartfelt story of a sponsee moving on to another sponsor. It's a raw exploration of what it means to give freely without expecting anything in return and how to handle feelings of rejection.
The hosts, Gary, Mike, and Daniel, dive into the emotional bonds formed in sponsorship and discuss how to let go with grace when those bonds change. With a mix of personal anecdotes and broader insights, they offer advice on dealing with feelings of hurt and betrayal, while also touching on the importance of self-awareness in recovery. The episode provides a safe space for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and challenges in addiction recovery.
It’s a poignant reminder that recovery is not just about overcoming addiction but also about learning how to manage relationships and emotions. Whether you're a sponsor, sponsee, or someone interested in understanding the emotional landscape of addiction recovery, this episode is bound to resonate with you. So, how do you gracefully let go when someone decides to move on? Tune in to find out.