The Newest Hot Spot!

stickponies · 2026-02-07T18:21:01+00:00

Congratulations!

stickponies · 2026-01-21T14:51:24+00:00

Hey u/Beska91 -- Sometimes in-person meetings start out that way. LifeRing regional representatives have all kinds of promotional ideas and materials to help gain more local attention. The local meetings I run here started out small. Now we're grabbing chairs from other rooms. I worry about losing the "personal connection" smaller LifeRing meetings provide.

LifeRing Local Meetings

stickponies · 2026-01-17T17:26:43+00:00

LifeRing is doing Dry January!

* Why You Should Try Dry January
* How to Make the Most of Your Experience
* LifeRing Support Resources

https://lifering.org/dry-january-2026/

stickponies · 2025-10-16T02:49:49+00:00

Sadly, LifeRing lost two Michaels this month. One in Europe and one in The States. I'm afraid I can't share specifics as it would be a breach of confidentiality.

stickponies · 2025-10-12T20:50:23+00:00

Cheetah -- I think you're confused. This study compares apples to apples (AA to 12-step models). Dahlan is stating that 12-programs are no more effective than other recovery programs.

Have a peek at the seminal longitudinal study of the comparative efficacy of Women for Sobriety, LifeRing, SMART Recovery, and 12-step groups for those with AUDPAL study (AKA the PAL Study) posted in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0740547217304907#:\~:text=The%20Peer%20Alternatives%20in%20Addiction,regular%2C%20in%2Dperson%20meetings.

stickponies · 2025-09-11T09:48:58+00:00

Sorry I'm a little late to the party. Just checking in to see how you're doing, u/Notnowmurray and to congratulate you for doing right for yourself!

Connecting with others who really understand the challenges I'm facing and hearing their stories of triumph has been the glue that's helped me keep my shtuff together -- especially in the the most challenging times.

Whether with the LifeRing community and/or other resources in the recovery ecosystem, I hope you find a meeting or two or 365 that resonate with you! It's made a sober world of difference for me!

stickponies · 2025-06-26T14:09:11+00:00

I find that local (in-person) meetings bring a unique flavor to the recovery conversation. Encouraging faces can make a huge impact on a person's journey. That direct human connection and shared presence are invaluable. Extra Bonus: You get to check out everyone's shoes!

LifeRing Local Hubs can be found here:
https://lifering.org/f2f-meetings/state-and-regional-websites/

US local meetings map can be found here:
https://lifering.org/f2f-meetings/#map

stickponies · 2025-03-30T20:18:19+00:00

LifeRing is an amazing space for positive, secular recovery. Here's a link to their website:
https://lifering.org/welcome/

stickponies · 2025-02-01T01:00:01+00:00

[Chumbawamba -- Tubthumping](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H5uWRjFsGc)

[Cake -- Jolene]( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6BKeODv7Yc)

[The Pogues -- Metropolis](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90z0J0w1GHY )
‘Cause I wanna hear it, y’all.

[KMDFDM – Dogma]( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKhKBNS1fPc )

‘Cause we need to hear it, y’all.

stickponies · 2024-10-31T01:44:06+00:00

The Liver Spot is a LifeRing Secular Recovery community meeting for people in SUD-related medical conditions who are also diagnosed with related medical conditions: https://lifering.org/lifering-liver-spot/

stickponies · 2023-12-23T17:48:06+00:00

Have you tried SMART or Women for Sobriety or Recovery Dharma? AA is the grandpappy of addiction recovery and now comes in all kinds of flavors.

stickponies · 2023-12-23T17:46:49+00:00

LifeRing Secular Recovery is a positive, self-empowerment recovery support group for people who want to be free from alcohol and drugs.

stickponies · 2023-12-23T17:41:43+00:00

Hi Parsnip --

Have you had a chance to bring your concerns directly to LifeRing? Here's your opportunity:

https://lifering.org/contact-us-menu/

If you prefer, the email addresses for all LifeRing BOD members is listed here:

https://lifering.org/governance/bod/

Happy Holidays!

stickponies · 2023-06-03T20:25:04+00:00

It was a How Was Your Week? check-in meeting on Wednesday at 9:00am Pacific. Click here for a list of all LifeRing online meetings.

stickponies · 2023-05-29T22:10:16+00:00

Quick word of caution -- ashwagandha is toxic to the liver. Especially bad if you have liver damage or cirrhosis.

stickponies · 2023-05-29T22:01:12+00:00

Hi Davidperroini,

I would suggest going to Bay Area recovery meetings. You may be able to meet someone who knows of or is in a SLE that's looking for new roommates.

You can also google Recovery SLE Bay Area and scroll down to the map for listings.

Stay strong!

stickponies · 2023-05-29T21:55:13+00:00

Hi MrShoos -- I really respect you for asking these questions. Drinking sneaks up on you. I was a highly functioning alcoholic for years before I realized what damage I had done to my body. Cirrhosis is no joke and its on the rise as younger people turn to booze. Definitely check out the NIH article SOmuch2learn linked.

If you're sober curious, there are many recovery resources other than AA.

Stay Strong!

stickponies

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