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The Take 12 Team is taking today off so we thought we would continue our series on the Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions with Chris Schroeder.Part Eighteen: STEP TWELVE (Part Three).This is a comprehensive workshop focused on educating the listener of the substance, purpose, and awareness of the AA Conference-approved book The Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions. As one of the most sought-after Circuit Speakers in the world of the 12 Steps, Chris S. will be walking us through each line and each page of this wonderful book that has been a source of deepening people’s recovery for years. I will be posting all 30 of these broadcasts from our archives, one per week. Please take advantage of each show and click on the "Heart" or “Like” icon when you download or listen. Also, click “FOLLOW”, become a member and comment on our shows. It’s Always FREE!

ENTITLED TO OVERCOME (Solutions for Life, Today)Topic: Why do you stay sober?After reading over 200 responses to this question, it became clear that there are as many answers to this question as there are people in recovery, but one thing most of them had in common was that people stay sober today because they don’t want to go back to the life they lived while in their active addiction. But, is there more to it than simply wanting to avoid the consequences of our actions while drunk or high? Tune into and find out as we discuss the topic on this episode of Entitled to Overcome.Closing Song: Get Up by Shinedown www.shinedown.com

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOWTopic: Sober Fun Anyone?Are we having fun yet? On today’s show we are going to have fun in recovery. So, hang on tight as the Take 12 Recovery Radio family takes you on an hour of humor, fun and silliness. When we say we are not a glum lot, we mean what we say. To start out the show the Monty’man answers some hate mail to brighten up your day. Then it’s off to experience the fun that is today’s show. Closing Song: Don’t Leave by Marv Ramsey

ENTITLED TO OVERCOME(Solutions for Life, Today)Topic: What's The Purpose of Our Work?What is the purpose of our work? The world seems to say that we work so that we can have things in great abundance. Yet the Scripture says that work is connected to physical sustenance. If I look at work as something to keep me going for God's work, then my focus is outward, on others. If I look upon work assomething to gratify my wants, then focus is inward, on my own comfort.​As people in recovery, we are aware that selfishness, self-centeredness is the root of all of our problems. We therefore need to view our work as pleasing to God, providing sustenance for us as we seek to do His will, not a gratification of our own desires.Why are you going to work today?​Closing Song: Just for Fun

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOWTopic: Special Guest, Kirsten E. Vogel.Author of In Sickness and In Silence(The Trials and Triumphs of My First Year as a Recovery Addict's Mom)She picked her son up from college as a seemingly successful freshman and exactly one week later, on December 22nd, my guest was checking her drug addicted teen into rehab. Her baby boy. Her pride. Her talented, compassionate son, who has in him what it takes to be a gift to the world, was now a drug addict.Kristen says, “It’s been the most devastating, scary, overwhelming, anxiety-inducing, shocking, isolating time of my life.”Don’t miss this powerful show.www.insicknessandinsilence.comClosing Song: Where is My Child Tonight? By Steve Dan Mills. www.stevedanmills.com

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOW(Topic: Alcoholics Only)Some would argue that Alcoholics Anonymous is only for Alcoholics, others would say it’s all-inclusive. One thing is for sure, the opinions are as broad as the fellowship is large. There are three types of approaches to this issue. The A.A. literature, of which much has been written on the topic, the bleeding deacon approach that many times comes from what is described as the AA purist and then there are the opinions that often times have little to do with either. In this episode of the Take 12 Recovery Radio Show, we will only scratch the surface of this topic, but there is a question we should all ask ourselves and that question is not posed enough. Find out what that question is and why it’s so important.Also, Toni is back from sabbatical and Cecil has a little song for her on her first day back as our chipper cohost.Closing Song: Closed Meeting by Michael Purington

ENTITLED TO OVERCOME (Solutions for Life, Today)Topic: CONTENTMENTContentment is a mental or emotional state of satisfaction drawn from being at ease in one's situation, body, and mind. Contentment could be a state of having accepted one's situation and is the largest piece in the art of emotional sobriety.Being emotional dependent or discontented can be a trigger for many in recovery.Are you the kind of person that views the grass as being greener on the other side of the fence of life? Have you ever chased after something only to find that you were right where you were supposed to be all along? Do you believe that you can be content with the statement God makes in the Good Book, “I will never leave you or forsake you”?Closing Song: Contentment by the Anointed Pace Sisters

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOWWhen we are Newcomers to the rooms of recovery, our experience can be less than settling, more unnerving than anything else. It doesn’t really matter what brought us to the rooms, the important thing now is that we are here. What are some of the things Old-Timers should be sensitive to when it comes to Newcomers? How can we help them to feel welcome, appreciated and not shamed? If the newcomer is truly the most important person in any meeting, why are they sometimes treated less than? What are some of the things newcomers may hear in a Twelve Step meeting that will encourage them to keep coming back? What are some of the things that may make them feel less than welcome?Closing Song: Friend of Bills by Michael Purington

ENTITLED TO OVERCOME(Solutions for Life, Today)Topic: DEALING with GRIEF & LOSSWe all grieve differently, we all experience loss and we all walk through the pain that is the reality of life.After losing his sponsor of over 20 years, his cousin, his kitty and his dream job, the Monty’man has had a difficult several months. Many of our listeners have been hurting as well and have shared openly concerning their pain. Join the Monty’man and Dave Fleming as they discuss the topic of grief and loss, the stages we go through, and the power of helping one another through these challenging times in our lives when we need each other and God the most. A special thank you to all who responded to our post on social media concerning this topic. We love you all and pray for your recovery during these difficult times.Closing Song: Reach Out by Hilary Roberts.www.hilaryroberts.com

Part Seventeen: STEP TWELVE (Part Two).This is a comprehensive workshop focused on educating the listener of the substance, purpose, and awareness of the AA Conference-approved book The Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions. As one of the most sought-after Circuit Speakers in the world of the 12 Steps, Chris S. will be walking us through each line and each page of this wonderful book that has been a source of deepening people’s recovery for years. I will be posting all 30 of these broadcast from our archives, one per week. Please take advantage of each show and click on the "Heart" or “Like” icon when you download or listen. Also, click “FOLLOW”, become a member and comment on our shows. It’s Always FREE!PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COMMENT ON THE SHOWS.

Over four hours of non-stop Music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s & 90’sTake 12 Recovery Radio is the world’s original faith-based recovery talk and positive music radio station. Featuring authors, celebrities, clinicians, 12 step circuit speakers, recovery recording artist and a variety of folks from diverse backgrounds, faiths and recovery communities. We offer recovery workshops, stories of experience, strength and hope and be heard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Simply visit our main website at www.take12radio.com. Once there you will find a variety of ways to tune into all our shows. Download our App for iOS or Android right here at www.take12recoveryradio.podomatic.com

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOWJoin Denver, Marv and the Monty’man as they discuss the topic of OLD-TIMERS. What are the two types of Old-Timers the Alcoholics Anonymous literature speak of?What constitutes an Old-Timer? What are some of the positive attributes of an Old-Timer?What can we learn from Old-Timers and what can we avoid? Are all members of Twelve Step fellowships considered Old-Timers because of years of sobriety or is there more to it than that?Are Old-Timers necessarily old?Closing Song: This is the Place by Michael Purington

Three Hours of non-stop Music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s & 90’s Take 12 Recovery Radio is the world’s original faith-based recovery talk and positive music radio station. Featuring authors, celebrities, clinicians, 12 step circuit speakers, recovery recording artist and a variety of folks from diverse backgrounds, faiths and recovery communities. We offer recovery workshops, stories of experience, strength and hope and be heard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Simply visit our main website at www.take12radio.com. Once there you will find a variety of ways to tune into all our shows. Download our App for iOS or Android right here at www.take12recoveryradio.podomatic.com

Part Sixteen: STEP TWELVE (Part One).This is a comprehensive workshop focused on educating the listener of the substance, purpose, and awareness of the AA Conference-approved book The Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions. As one of the most sought-after Circuit Speakers in the world of the 12 Steps, Chris S. will be walking us through each line and each page of this wonderful book that has been a source of deepening people’s recovery for years. I will be posting all 30 of these broadcast from our archives, one per week. Please take advantage of each show and click on the "Heart" or “Like” icon when you download or listen. Also, click “FOLLOW”, become a member and comment on our shows. It’s Always FREE!PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COMMENT ON THE SHOWS.

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOWRegrets of ACTION, INACTION & REACTIONWe see “regret” as a finish line, when in fact it’s meant to be a starting line. Regret is actually meant to be a helpful thing, a “functional” emotion. Regret moves us to reparative action. It gives us motivation to do things differently, to make things right. In that way, we can learn to love our regrets because they can launch us forward into a better future. When we learn to love our regrets, we can grow from them and discover that it’s never too late to start over.Closing Song: In My World by Conley White aka Just Ray

ENTITLED TO OVERCOME (Solutions for Life, Today)Topic: BULLYING Part Two (Red Flags)One would think that as people mature and progress through life, that they would stop behaviors of their youth. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Sadly, adults can be bullies, just as children and teenagers can be bullies. Join Dave and the Monty’man as they discuss some of the red flags to look for if your child is being bullied or if you suspect that your child may be bullying others. Also, some real types of adult bullying will be discussed.Included in this broadcast is a poem by 11-year-old Isaac K. that he wrote for his former best friend who turned against him.Closing Song: Bully by Shinedown www.shinedown.comThe National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOWSherry Gaba, Editor of Recovery Today Magazine.Sherry was the go-to expert for Dr. Drew Pinsky’s Celebrity Rehab show on VH1 and later on the spin-off, VH1’s Sober House as well as Celebrity Rehab’s Sex Addiction. In addition, Sherry is an often-requested speaker in person and on global internet teleseminars and has presented at National conferences and to general audiences on numerous topics. She is the host of the Recovery Today Summit and co-host on the KVTA AM radio show, The Brighter Side of Recovery: Families and Couples in Crises. Join us on this episode of the Take 12 Recovery Radio Show as we discuss Sherry’s new book, “The Marriage & Relationship Junkie” and her new POWERFUL Recovery Community www.wakeuprecovery.comAlso visit www.sherrygaba.comClosing Song: If You Are Willing by Kathy Moser www.kathymoser.com

THE TAKE 12 RECOVERY RADIO SHOWIs it possible that there is a case of mistaken identity in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? It’s not only possible, it’s a fact. Learn what author has been mistakenly credited for writing a powerful quote that is been a huge part of the A.A. rhetoric for years. Join the Take 12 team as they share the different spiritual experiences we face as we walk through the recovery process. Learn why Appendix Two of the Big Book is so important and why there is value in knowing that everyone’s spiritual experience is different and just as valid as another’s. Play some Take 12 Trivia and join in on the debate about energy drinks. Join the fun with Denver, Marv and the Monty’man on this episode of the Take 12 Recovery Radio Show.Closing Song: I’m My Own God by Michael Purington and the Messengers.Please comment on the show here or email us at take12radio@comcast.net

ENTITLED TO OVERCOME(Solutions for Life, Today)Topic: BULLYING Part OneBullying has been around for centuries and continues today. Whether on the playground, classroom, walking home from school in the work place or between siblings, one thing we know for sure, bullying causes a host of issues to numerous to cover in a one-hour show. Join Dave and Monty as they scratch the surface in Part One of this week’s topic on Entitled to Overcome. Also included in this show, the powerful poem, “What’s the Real Problem?” by Gaiden Stach.​Closing Song: On the Other Side by Sonia Lee www.sonialee.net

Tradition Five: “Each group has but one primary purpose— to carry its message to the alcoholic who still suffers.”This presentation of Take 12 Recovery Radio will be updated each Thursday until all Twelve Traditions are covered. Please feel free to download and share these vital broadcasts.Experience the Twelve Traditions like never before. The Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous can and should be applied in our family and personal affairs so that we may continue to live a more serene life as productive members of society. About CAROL ANN PRESTON: As a fellow Twelve Stepper, Author and Chaplain, Carol has developed and presented award-winning programs for adolescents and adults and is gifted with the ability to communicate about subjects of an emotional nature with ease, sensitivity, and honesty. Carol has provided workshops, support groups and retreats for those afflicted and affected by addiction and codependency, using the tools outlined in her book, REMEMBERING WHO WE ARE. To contact Carol or to purchase h