Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast

Join us in this conversation as we discuss the Conference Motion to change the wording of Tradition Eleven to read: "Our public relations policy is based on attraction, rather than promotion; we need always maintain personal anonymity across all public platforms." To send feedback on the Motion change to Area 54, email:  areaassembly@saauk.info https://saa-iso.org/mbrs/docs/conf2024/2024-D006(Moti...

Join us in this special episode as Mads shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting talking about his experiences with BDSM, cross dressing and kink.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Queen - Don't Stop Me Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgzGwKwLmgM Chuck Mangione - Feels So Good: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKp7g0mxHVc TOOL - Hand o...

Join us in this special episode as we share an anonymous Step Twelve Story as read by previous Podcast guest Ben S.  Our anonymous guest shares about what he's learned working the Twelve Steps and how SAA has enriched his life.   Music Playlists: SARP: Music & Recovery Playlist (all music that has been played on this podcast, 390+ songs):  Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/14XX8hMdOT1Kdq...

Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the May 4th, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Brandon P. shares about how his addiction ended a relationship, finding recovery in SAA, and now thriving in a new marriage.   Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, i f you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, dial 988 in the US.  https://988lifeline.org   Book referenced in thi...

Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the May 4th, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Judith M. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA; her favorite recovery tools and personal recovery poetry. Links mentioned in this episode: https://cosa-recovery.org New COSA Recovery book: https://cosa-recovery.org/shop/uncategorized/cosa-recovery-book/ SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting Epi...

Join us in this special episode as Albert shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Aurora - Conquerer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmVAmlpbnD4 Aurora being a comedian for over 6 minutes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPfjDyItz9U Sofia Isella - The Doll People: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD-uRFa...

Join us in this episode as LJ opens up to talk about being Non-Binary. In addition we talk about having a few slips after long term sobriety, calling a suicide help line and finishing up work on Step Two.   Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, i f you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:  988 https://988lifeline.org   Links me...

Join us in this workshop from the 2025 Bay Area Retreat. We had conversation on how music enriches our program of recovery and had a chance to participate in a live music jam!   Media referenced in this episode: This Is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession by Daniel J. Levitin PBS Documentary: We Want The Funk! A History of Funk and Black Liberation of the 1970s: https://www.youtu...

Sponsorship is an important tool of sobriety and recovery. Join us in this group discussion on Sponsorship in SAA.   Links mentioned in this episode: ISO Service Website for information on Conference, GSRs, Areas, and more: https://saa-iso.org   Be sure to reach us via email:  feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to...

Join us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive".  Looking at Steps 10 & 11, from the Big Book of AA, this recording finishes Ch. 6: Into Action. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps.   Links this episode (used for e...

Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Evan shares about his experience in recovery in SAA.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Killswitch Engage - I Believe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgS-fkFOsRA Playlists: SARP Music & Recovery (all songs played on the Podcast): https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sar...

This episode has been re-edited in order to remove the COSA Speaker share at the request of our guest. This new redux episode has the intro and outro without the main speaker share. Links mentioned in this episode: Step Workbook Event April 5th: This live Zoom workshop is your opportunity to learn how to implement a  32-week Stepwork Workbook model  that is already  transforming meetings —includin...

Join us in this episode as Liz shares about her recovery in ACA and SAA, what it is like as a blind person in recovery and finding her Higher Power Family.   Link mentioned in this episode: Tools of Recovery: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/tools-of-recovery-a-practical-guide-for-new-members-of-saa/   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Kathy Zavada - Love's...

Join us in this episode as Tracy shares her story of recovery in SA & SAA; starting her own patio meeting for Women Warriors and the importance of strong sponsorship lineage.   SAA Women's Intergroup: https://saaforwomen.org Resources mentioned in this episode: The Four Agreements: A Pritical Guide For Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for education...

Join us in this episode as Brandon shares about his recovery in SAA, mental health and connects with Jason around metal music.   Link mentioned in this episode:   https://s-recoverycolumbus.org   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Florian Christl - Close Your Eyes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlO_um6AIG4 Gojira - Global Warming: https://www.youtube.com/watc...

After finishing Program work, MJ & Jason talk about their sponsor/sponsee relationship; reflecting on the 12 Steps and just having some fun time chatting.  Jason also gets personal about depression, anxiety and the state of the world.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Miracle Archives - Sh!tshow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33LFuKIYnyM Limbomaniacs - Man...

The Bay Area Retreat Committee is excited to invite you to our annual Out of the Fog retreat at Walker Creek Ranch in Marin County on the weekend of March 14-16, 2025. Enrich your recovery with meetings, workshops, meditation, and fellowship. We will also enjoy all manner of outer circle activities including drum circles, campfires, game night, talent/no talent show, and hiking among the rolling h...

Join us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive".  Looking at Steps 8 & 9, from the Big Book of AA, this recording covers Ch. 6: Into Action. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps. ***note: The Ninth Step Promises sec...

Join us in this special episode as Garrett N shares his First Step recorded at the Fellow Travelers Recovery Group, which is an Intergroup of SAA with special interest recovery meetings for Minor Attracted Persons (MAPs).  Links mentioned in this episode: Fellow Travelers: https://ftrecovery.org   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool live with Billy Strings...

Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Sarah shares about her experience in recovery in COSA.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Apocalypse Orchestra - Glass and Sun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgVtAlPZnKY Playlists: SARP Music & Recovery (all songs played on the Podcast): https://music.apple.com/us/pla...

Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Kit shares about her experience in recovery in both AA & SAA.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool - Invincible: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxsld16TjSU Nadinko - Zelenaya Dubronka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKTB4MWk_SQ   Be sure to reach us via email:  fee...

Join us in this episode as podcast listener Camilla shares her experience, strength & hope as a person in recovery whose brother was incarcerated for sex addiction.    Links mentioned in this episode: SAA Prisoner Outreach Program: https://saa-recovery.org/diversity/prisoners/ What is EMDR?    https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/   The work of Pia Mellody -  https://www.leslierawlings.net/wp...

Join us in this special episode as Ben S. shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): "Heilung / Charlie Brown Christmas mashup" (link withheld for podcast anonymity) Heilung - Hamrer Hippyer (LIFA Iotungard): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd14oJXW6PI Heilung - LIFA Iotungard (Hamrer at 1:16:00): https://w...

Join us in this epsiode as Jason shares at the Bay Area Giving Thanks. This annual event serves two purposes: first, to provide an afternoon of great fellowship where we can celebrate the gifts we receive from the program; and second, to raise much-needed funds for the International Service Organization to carry the message to those who still suffer. Links mentioned in this episode: It's not too l...

Join us in this episode as Gary O shares an Experience, Strength & Hope talk at the Noon Zoom Room.  Links mentioned in this episode: Bay Area Giving Thanks: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/join-us-for-the-22nd-annual-bay-area-giving-thanks-11-2-24/ Make donations here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/omqKBw?vid=18ogx7 or text "BAGT" to 91999   SAA/COSA Speaker meeting: https://bayareasa...