Speaker library
Browse the latest recovery talks, workshops, and speaker shares across the 12-step fellowships.
Cynthia shares their tumultuous journey from being a full-blown alcoholic, unable to stop drinking even after becoming a parent, which led to them giving up their child. This profound loss became their wake-up call, p...
The speaker, Don, welcomes attendees to the convention and highlights the service-oriented structure of their organization, recognizing various committee members for their dedication. The main event is the historic un...
Betsy, an adult child of an alcoholic and an inc survivor, shared their journey of recovery and the profound impact of trauma on their life since attending their first ACA meeting in 1984. They candidly discussed the ...
Alanna shares their deeply personal story of overcoming profound childhood trauma, addiction, and homelessness. They recount growing up with alcoholic and dysfunctional parents, their struggles with substance abuse, a...
Bob E discuss the profound importance of nurturing a child’s intuition and protecting them, exemplified by Bob’s daughter’s discerning behavior in a restaurant. They reflect on their personal journeys of healing their...
Bob E share their insights on self-discovery, emphasizing that true power comes from being oneself and not from external achievements. They discuss navigating fears like skydiving and high-altitude flights, highlighti...
Bob E explore the idea that ‘normal’ is a construct, and true contentment comes from accepting oneself. They share personal anecdotes about overcoming emotional barriers through music, dance, and authentic expression....
Bob E discuss the profound impact of childhood trauma, including abuse and lack of safe spaces, on adult behaviors and emotional well-being. They emphasize that shame is a pervasive and often unaddressed issue in reco...
Bob extensively share how their childhood trauma, particularly being beaten by their mother, instilled a deep fear of angry women that profoundly impacted their adult relationships and communication. They explain that...
Bob discuss their experiences within a 12-step program, highlighting the significant challenges of self-identity and learned behaviors from childhood. They share how difficult it was to navigate social situations and ...