Speaker library
Browse the latest recovery talks, workshops, and speaker shares across the 12-step fellowships.
Dr. Donna explains codependency as a state of emotional immaturity where one’s emotional development is stunted, leading to difficulties in adult relationships. She identifies low self-esteem, often manifested as ‘oth...
Dr. Donna discusses the complexities of attraction when there isn’t immediate sexual chemistry, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and making decisions from a rational place rather than solely from sexual de...
Dr. Donna explains that love addiction is a natural consequence of untreated codependency, unlike other addictions which serve as distractions. They detail the five core symptoms of codependency: self-esteem issues, d...
Dr. Donna Beverly Lee discusses the profound connection between childhood trauma, emotional neglect, and the development of adult addictions. They explain how early life experiences, particularly those involving aband...
Barb R shares their personal journey of building a recovery toolbox, emphasizing visual learning and practical application of tools. They explain how their toolbox evolved through different phases of their recovery, s...
Lloyd A shares their personal experience, strength, and hope regarding steps 8 and 9 of the recovery program. They discuss the importance of internal and external housekeeping, moving from inward reflection in steps 1...
Jack L, celebrating their 72nd birthday and seventh anniversary in Cod, shares their profound journey of recovery, reflecting on the numerous, often challenging, lessons learned since entering the program. They emphas...
Melody, a member of many 12-step groups and author of influential books like ‘Codependent No More,’ shares their profound journey through trauma and addiction to recovery. They emphasize the importance of self-forgive...
Peter S, a recovering addict from Australia, shares their profound journey, emphasizing that their path to sobriety involved more than just abstaining from drugs. They highlight the crucial role of service, such as le...
Sam T, a grateful recovery method addict from Dallas, Texas, shares their ten-year sobriety journey, acknowledging the profound impact of the Crystal Anonymous meeting started in Los Angeles on the burgeoning recovery...