Take 12 Recovery Radio Network

Are you a perfectionist? Most folks in recovery are to some extent. Would it surprise you to know that God does not expect you to be perfect? Learn to be mercy-full to yourself, Easy Does It!

In recovery we talk about taking a personal inventory of our character defects and character qualities, but have you ever taken an inventory of your losses in life. I have. Life is much more than our losses. Even in our loss we can experience joy.

With all that is going on in our world today, many of us are deep in sorrow. The good news is God says those of us who mourn are blessed indeed. It's alright and natural to mourn our loss, our pain, our old life if we are in recovery or have turned over a new leaf.

Join the Monty'man, Toni, Denver and Marv as they open up the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and reveal the vital importance of the First Step in the Twelve Step recovery model. What do we mean by powerless? What do we mean by unmanageable? Is there more to the alcoholic or narcotic addict than simply choosing to stay clean or sober? have we lost the power in choice or do we have the ability to...

Has your grief wiped you out? Are you exhausted by your sorrow? Turn to the one who understands and can carry you in your time of grief. there is an ever-flowing love that is waiting for you in your pain.

A MONTY'MAN'S MEDITORIAL Close to the brokenhearted shares how God is not disappointed in us when we are sad, depressed or broken. he is never far away and loves us regardless of our emotions. Provided by the National Association for Christian Recovery.

Sometimes we are forced for the sake of our recovery & sobriety to walk away from a job, a relationship, a 12 Step support meeting or even a place of worship. These choices we make can save our life but can be extremely emotional and painful to make as they are often met with cold responses and separated from those we love. "When It's Time To Leave" is a vital topic to explore for those of us...

Are you the kind of person who is willing to engage in helping others who are hurting? Do you use words and actions that will bring comfort and healing or are you harsh and critical when you see someone less fortunate than yourself? This show speaks to the importance of having compassion as a vital part of our own recovery process. Closing song: "Say Yes to Life" by Kelly Z.

A show to honor my former Co-Host, Sponsor, Brother and Friend, Bruce H. Join us as we share in the powerful story of experience, strength & hope of one of the recovery communities icons and true old-timers. Hear his story and share in our thoughts as we honor his memory and the legacy he leaves behind.

​Join us as we discuss ten of the top issues in life that can impact our recovery in a negative manner. ​Some of these may be controversial but the facts show that they all can and do tend to derail us if we are not careful. Closing Song: The Solar Eclipse Song by Mr. R.

Sometimes ya just got to add some good old fashion ROCK'N ROLL to your recovery. Why does everything always have to be recovery this and recovery that? We got clean and or sober to live and enjoy life so let's rock out a little. The Monty'man shares his three favorite long playing rock songs of all time. These may not be your favorites but they are classic. We hope you enjoy this special broadcast...

Is alcoholism a moral failing or a medical condition? Many would say being an alcoholic is a sin and a stink in the nose of God. Others would claim it is a disease and can not be cured. So which is it? After we discuss this issue we will move to our second topic. What part does the act of forgiveness play in our recovery? Is it necessary for us to forgive others if we are to be free from the bonda...

Over an hour of pure recovery music from some of the movers and shakers in the recovery recording artist community. Names like Amanda Broadway, Elizabeth Edwards, Lauren Adams, Dawn Wilder, Conley (Ray) White, Bubba Mac, Joe Fuller and many more. Kick back and enjoy the sounds of recovery music and the artist behind the gift.

"If I were only better at it, if I were only smarter, if I were only stronger in my recovery, my faith, my prayer life, my spirituality". How many times have we told ourselves that if we were only this or that we could be better, do better, live better? But what if our success comes from our failures, from our character defects and yes even through weakness. Just what if? Closing Song: My Eyes Are...

Are you a worry wart? A nervous Nellie? Do you constantly fret about everything and anything from your health to how you are perceived at work to whether or not a terror strike is imminent? If this sounds like you, then you may be worrying your life away. And what about your recovery? Do you future trip on your sobriety date, if you can make it one more day without drinking or using? This excessiv...

Unforgiveness just imprisons you in the past, and for all the time that you go back to the past and regurgitate that unforgiving attitude, you will accumulate in your life the tragedy of anger and hostility escalated, built on, accumulated, piled up, which will rob you of the joy of living. You will go through life feeling just as bad as you do now or worse – with no relief in sight. On the other...

Is relapse ever part of recovery? Perhaps this is the wrong question. This week's topic discusses "Relapse Games" Are people playing games with their lives when they dabble with addictive behavior? Is relapse a NO BIG DEAL issue? How many people relapse in their recovery process. Do we cheat people out of the truth by patting them on the butt and telling them it's OK when they relapse? What exactl...

How many times have we said "I have the right", or "It's my God given right?" How much time do we spend demanding our rights for this or that? Do we really have any rights at all and if we do what are they? Do we care about the rights of others or only what we want when we want it. Are we so ego driven that we step on the toes of our fellows and they retaliate? How does demanding our rights influe...

Some would say that when we fail at something it means we didn't try hard enough or we weren't serious about our efforts. Some even go so far to say that failure is sin and that we were never meant to fail. Others teach that failure is the beginning of success and that it is a necessary part of the journey in recovery and in life. Join us for this informative show on the topic of failure. Closing...

When we are able to be comfortable in our own skin regardless of other people's actions, we have learned the art of Emotional Sobriety. On the other hand, when we are dependent upon other people filling our expectations, that is when we are Emotionally Dependent and unable to stand on our own two feet. An effective recovery can only take place when we learn to be Emotionally Sober. Closing Song "S...

Those of us who are allergic to alcohol (alcoholic) simply can not drink without serious consequences to our health, relationships and our spiritual condition, but what about those who can have a beer now and then or who drink with no consequences? Are these people doing anything wrong? Are these folks in any kind of danger? Who are these men and women who sometimes stir jealousy in our hearts bec...

Many people feel that an addict or alcoholic in the thrust of his or her illness is not necessarily responsible for their actions while under the influence of mind altering substances. Some folks would disagree and would like to see people prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law when caught under the influence of illegal substances and still others wish to decriminalize addiction calling it a...

Ever wonder why people in Twelve Step support meetings introduce themselves in so many different ways? "Hi I'm John and I'm an alcoholic"; or "My name is Lisa and I'm a drug addict", or "My name is Fred and I'm an alcoholic/addict." On this week's show we will be talking about some of our thoughts on the matter of, WHEN IN ROME. What does that mean and are these introductions important or no big d...

Many of us lived life in the fast lane when it came to our drinking and drugging but the question is, did we have a choice? Were we powerless over our active drug and alcohol use or could we make a moral decision to not pick up? Is it possible to have the power of choice and then lose it? Can we ever regain the ability to make the right choice and if so, how? Join the Monty'man, Toni J., Bruce H.,...

What does it mean to be a true friend? Are friendships the same as acquaintances or does it go deeper than that? Can you be a close friend with a member of the opposite sex without sex? Are friends sometimes toxic? Is there a time to say good-bye to a true friend? What are some of the characteristics of a true friend? Join the Monty'man, Bruce and Toni as they discuss this week's topic. Also we ge...