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Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 099 MJ Returns for more Experience, Strength & HopeJoin us in this episode as returning guest MJ talks about his journey of 11th Step meditation, thoughts on the toxic environment in Hollywood as it relates to the #MeToo movement, and breaking down the stigma of sex addiction (even within the rooms of SAA). Literature mentioned in this episode: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/05/lost-tv-show-culture Burn It Down: Power, Complicity and a Call for Change in Hollywood by Maureen Ryan YouTube Links to music and videos in this episode (used for educational purposes): Zhan Zhuang St...2023-07-161h 23Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 098 The Healing Power of Throat SingingJoin us in this episode as Jason talks about how the healing art of throat singing has helped in his recovery journey both as a form of meditation and an outer circle activity. YouTube Informational videos used or mentioned in this episode: Vocal Coach Reacts to YMA SUMAC - Chuncho (She LITERALLY sings like a bird...): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFrC2uo-MIo Maria Franz (Heilung) & Natasha Pakhalenko (Nytt Land) - Shamanic Music & Nordic Vocal Techniques: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3vzuiGPpao Throat Singing Thursdays with N...2023-07-091h 07Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 097 Anonymous shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us in this episode as an anonymous guest shares his journey of recovery in SAA. We chose the pseudonym "Anonynous" and used pitch shifting software to modulate his voice. SAA Public Information Handbook: https://saa-iso.org/mbrs/docs/orTools/SAA.PublicInformationHandbook.2016.pdf For Username & Password email the ISO: INFO@SAA-RECOVERY.ORG YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Glass Animals - Poplar St.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fTsWU6ME-4 Glass Animals - Cocoa Hooves: https://www.youtube.com/watc...2023-07-011h 06Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 096 Tradition Study Pt.3Join us in this episode as continue our group discussion on the SAA Traditions. We will be breaking down the 12 Traditions of SAA into four sessions. In this episode, we will be covering Traditions Seven, Eight and Nine. 7th Tradition Donations: Group or individual contributions to the Bay Area Intergroup: https://bayareasaa.org/contribute/ or through the Bay Area Intergroup PayPal: BAISAApaymentonly@gmail.com To donate to the ISO: https://saa-store.org/7thTradition/ *NEW* 2nd Adult Children of Sex Addicts / ACSA (ONL-69) Adult Children of Sex A...2023-06-251h 08Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 095 Cyrus shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us in this episode as Cyrus talks about his family of origin in Bangladesh; the toxic shame and depression that stemmed from childhood emotional abuse; and finding a sense of peace within the teachings of Islam. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.recoveryranch.com/addiction-blog/people-sex-addiction-often-suffered-early-trauma/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational pur...2023-06-161h 23Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 094 David K shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker MeetingJoin us in part 2 of the recent Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as David K. shares about his experience in recovery in SAA, the importance of prayer and having a Higher Power (plus a little bonus performance from the Bay Area Retreat Talent Show). 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 contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com Launching soon: https://sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/ SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/pla...2023-06-0244 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 093 Linda P shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker MeetingJoin us in this recording of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Linda P. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA, being an adult child of a sex addict, and the importance of program tools and service. For More information about COSA, please visit the website: https://cosa-recovery.org/ Convention recording: https://cosa-recovery.org/shop/mp3/2009-oakland/2009-05-the-200-pound-telephone-making-the-most-of-program-calls-mp3/ Adult Children of Sex Addicts Meeting information: https://cosa-recovery.org/meeting/adult-children-of-sex-addicts-acsa-onl-48/2023-05-23/ Be sure to reach us via...2023-05-2136 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 092 Jim L shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us in this episode as Jim L talks about his recovery in SAA, service work with the ISO And LitCom and the beauty of Gratitude. Links mentioned in this episode: The Outer Circle Newsletter: https://saa-recovery.org/news-events/saa-newsletter/ The ISO Service Website: https://saa-iso.org/ LitCom: https://saa-iso.org/mbrs/litcom/index.php Member Services are password protected, please email info@saa-recovery.org for details YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Blind Boys of Alab...2023-05-141h 14Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 091 Sean O shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us in this episode as Sean O talks about being a survivor of the Child Abuse Sex Scandal in the Catholic Church and the beginning of his recovery journey in SAA. Links Mentioned in this episode: https://www.usatoday.com/videos/news/nation/2022/04/20/new-jersey-diocese-settle-sex-abuse-lawsuits-87-5-m/7380461001/ https://www.healthyplace.com/abuse/articles/guilt-and-shame-of-being-raped https://pandys.org/articles/2021/sexual-arousal-and-sexual-assault/ https://pandys.org/articles/2021/was-it-my-fault-self-blame-survivors/ https://www.rainn.org/articles/adult-survivors-child-sexual-abuse https://victimsofcrime.org/effects-of-csa-on-the-victim/ Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, i...2023-04-291h 04
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 090 Women's Experiences at the RetreatJoin us in this episode for our group discussion as panel of women attendees of the Bay Area Retreat talk about their retreat experiences, sponsorship and what it’s like being a woman in SAA. Also, more clips from the Talent/No Talent Show. Links talked about in this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/a-special-welcome-to-the-woman-newcomer-from-other-women-members-of-saa/ Grace List and other Women's Outreach Committee info: https://saa-recovery.org/women/ Out of the Fog Newsletter: https://bayareasaa.org/newsletter/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educa...2023-04-221h 27
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 089 The Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast WorkshopFrom the 2023 Bay Area Retreat, Jason presents The Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast Workshop. Join us as attendees take part in this recording of an interactive discussion for the SAA podcast to share our experiences of recovery with listeners around the world. Jason also shares some music from the Talent/No Talent Show at the Retreat. Out of the Fog Newsletter can be found here: https://bayareasaa.org/newsletter/ Here are YouTube links to the original artists for the music played at the Talent Show: Tool - Fear Inoculum: htt...2023-04-151h 24
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 088 Jason P. shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us in this episode as Jason P. shares his journey of recovery with SAA and Celebrate Recovery. Special co-host LJ also joins us in this fun conversation. We talked about a lot of music especially Ska & Punk (links below). YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Balalaika Russian folk music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn06W-iBfkQ Dropkick Murphy’s - A Few Good Men: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2PQwqB2Iv4 Flogging Molly - The Kilburn High Road: https://www.you...2023-04-071h 30Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 087 Nancy P shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker MeetingJoin us in this recording of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Nancy P. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA, her journey through the Twelve Steps and her traumatic experience being stalked and harassed. For More information about COSA, please visit the website: https://cosa-recovery.org/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Mira Ceti - Uriat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VrZyoWwn10 Wardruna - Lyfjaberg (Healing Mountain): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEizKmZlUAw 2023-03-3144 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 086 SAA Tradition Study pt. 2 (fixed)Join us in this episode as continue our group discussion on the SAA Traditions. We will be breaking down the 12 Traditions of SAA into four sessions. In this episode, we finish up Tradition Three and then move on to Traditions Four, Five and Six. 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 contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https://www...2023-03-251h 15Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 085 Tommy shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us in the episode as Tommy talks about his recovery in SAA and being of service, especially as the GSR for his local group. Links mentioned in this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/wp-content/uploads/GSR-pamphlet-web-version.pdf https://saa-recovery.org/iso/gsr-registration-form/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Sol Seppy - Enter One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuFSm-ddirQ Lacuna Coil - Swamped: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eycf8vli_dY Lacuna Coil - Comalies: htt...2023-03-171h 01Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 084 Perseverance with Returning Guest LJLJ is back! Join us in this episode as Jason and LJ catch up with each other and talk about why has been away from meetings and sponsorship for a while and his return. Additionally, LJ dicusses perseverance and allowing God to guide us as he sees fit. Links mentioned in this episode: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/retreat-registration-update/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/getting-a-sponsor/ The Outer Circle Newsletter: https://saa-recovery.org/news-events/saa-newsletter/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Co...2023-03-111h 06Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 083 I'm Grateful To Be AliveIn this episode, Jason reflects on his recent hospitalization and the gratitude for being alive and present. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool - Parabola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DuAAmHpGbw Cass Elliott - It's Getting Better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxmXu6k8PiU P.O.D. - Alive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ce2KN06dS7c Andy Grammer - Good to be Alive (Hallelujah): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDu93pdyBDE Fishbone...2023-02-2624 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 082 Return of the Bay Area RetreatJoin us in this episode as Jason, Tim & Paul enthusiastically share their experiences around the Bay Area Retreat. To help enlighten newcomers to the SAA program we talk about what the retreat is, what we get out of a weekend of recovery, and what are some of the fears or questions that people new to to the program might have. We were also joined by COSA member and Paul's wife Amy to share her perspective on what it's like to let a partner go to the retreat for the first time. Information and registration links f...2023-02-101h 15Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 081 SAA Tradition Study pt. 1Join us in this episode as Darren F. leads a group discussion on the SAA Traditions. We will be breaking down the 12 Traditions of SAA into four sessions. In this episode, we talk about the history of the Traditions and then cover the first three Traditions. Jason also covers listener feedback, comments and reviews as well as sharing some recovery music. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tyler Joe Miller - Fighting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJ4RMBgQQ9w Ren - Hi Ren: https://w...2023-02-031h 23Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 080 Corinna, Wife of a Sex AddictJoin us in this episode as Corinna talks about her compassion for her husband finding recovery through SAA, her own recovery journey in and out of various programs, and healing the inner child. We also talked about Recovering Couples Anonymous (RCA) and Healthy Intimate Relationship (HIR) meetings in the SAA & COSA fellowships. Links mentioned in this episode for HIR meetings & RCA: HIR meeting info in San Francisco (SAA): https://bayareasaa.org/meetings/healthy-intimate-relationships/?tsml-day=6 HIR meeting info (COSA): https://cosa-recovery.org/meeting/saturday-healthy-intimate-relationships-onl-19-ca-29/2023-01-21/ RCA information (no af...2023-01-211h 00Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 079 Jeff M. shares his First StepHappy New Year! After a few weeks off during the Holidays, we're finally back with a new episode. Join us in this special episode as Jeff M. shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting. Please be sure to check out the new Bay Area SAA website (we finally added the podcast player): https://bayareasaa.org/podcast/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Bill Monroe - Blue Moon of Kentucky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtpiqdN2lJk Béla Fleck and Bl...2023-01-1445 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 078 Ange shares her Experience, Strength & HopeJoin us in this episode as Ange shares about healing from c-PTSD, the various traumatic events in her life & her journey in SAA. We also talked about the our in-person meeting's annual Holiday Music Jam. Links mentioned in this episode: The Secret Life of This Girl Blog: https://thesecretlifeofthisgirl.com/ The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional dis...2022-12-231h 19Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 077 Aaron M shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Aaron M. from Colorado shares about his experience in recovery in SAA. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Wardruna - Isa (Live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68Fs5YPloYA Eivør - Trøllabundin: https...2022-12-0143 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 076 Patti M shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Patti M. from Colorado shares about her experience in recovery in COSA. For More information about COSA, please visit the website: https://cosa-recovery.org/ Giving Thanks information: Mobile giving: If you would like to give using your mobile phone, please text BAGT (for Bay Area Giving Thanks) to 91999 Web giving: go to http://bit.ly/bayareagivingthanks YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes):...2022-11-2439 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 075 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.4 Join us in this episode as we conclude the Step 4 segment from AA-speakers "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". This recording covers pages 67-70 in the AA Big Book covering the Fears Inventory, Sexual Harms and Other Harms Inventories. Patrick Carnes books mentioned in this episode (email response): Don't Call it Love: Recovery from Sexual Addiction Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction Facing the Shadow: Starting Sexual and Relationship Recovery : a Gentle Path to Beginning Recovery from Sex Addiction A Gentle Pat...2022-11-181h 25Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 074 U. shares his Experience Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as U. speaks at the Serenity on the Sound retreat. In addition to sharing the journey of his addiction, U. shares about finding recovery in the rooms of Sexaholics Anonymous before coming to SAA, as well as spiritual awakenings through surrender, gratitude, forgiveness and prayer. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Wardruna - Kvitravn (White Raven): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhiUacGzIg8 7th Tradition Donations for the podcast via the Bay Area Intergroup PayPal: BAIS...2022-11-111h 06Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 073 Hayden shares her Experience, Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as Hayden shares her journey in SLAA & SAA, being a parent in recovery and sponsorship & service. We also talked about the talent show/outer circle show & tell at Serenity on the Sound retreat. Links mentioned in this episode: SAA Women's Intergroup: https://saaforwomen.org/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/getting-a-sponsor/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/safe-and-sexually-sober-meetings-helping-women-feel-welcome-in-your-meeting/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/a-special-welcome-to-the-woman-newcomer-from-other-women-members-of-saa/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): The Wai...2022-10-2757 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 072 Jeannie O shares the History of SAA Join us in this episode as Jeannie O talks about SAA History, helping women in the program and carrying the SAA message to newer generations through sponsorship and service. Links mentioned in this episode: Sponsors Helping Sponsors (meeting info & recordings): https://saatalk.info/us/meetings/meeting?xmeeting%5Bid%5D=168 SAA Women's Intergroup: https://saaforwomen.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 c...2022-10-2141 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 071 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.3 Join us in this episode as we continue with another Step 4 segment from AA-speakers "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". This recording covers pages 66-67 in the AA Big Book (and pages 551-552), finishing the Resentments Inventory. Links this episode: OCISAA Fall Retreat, Oct. 22 in Irvine, CA: https://ocisaa.org/upcoming-retreat/ https://ocintergroupsaa.files.wordpress.com/2022/09/ocisaa_print_lettersize_r2-1.pdf Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive (section relevant to this episode): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N...2022-10-1250 min
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastBonus Ep: Serenity on the Sound Retreat Reminder Just a short episode this week serving as a reminder for the upcoming Serenity on the Sound retreat. It’s not too late to register for Serenity on the Sound, the annual Puget Sound Retreat for members of SAA and COSA, happening Friday through Sunday, Oct. 14-16. You need to register in order to receive the Zoom meeting information, but then you can come and go as you please during the event. Don’t miss this opportunity to nourish your heart, mind and soul! Look for details at https://www.soundretreat.org/registration-page/ 2022-10-0704 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 070 Matt E shares his Experience, Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as Matt talks about intergenerational trauma in his Native American community, his issues with porn piracy, and the ups & downs of his spiritual path. We also talk about Native representation and the use of psychedelics. YouTube Links referenced in this episode (used for educational purposes): Heilung - Opening Ceremony/In Maidjan at the Warfield (9/24/22): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2w0Gl01z5I Reservation Dogs: The Unknown Warrior: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDinLERiF4A Reservation Dogs: H...2022-09-301h 22Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 069 Chip shares his First Step Join us in this special episode as Chip shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Heilung - Tenet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOAixAjugUQ 7th Tradition Donations for the podcast via the Bay Area Intergroup PayPal: BAISAApaymentonly@gmail.com To donate to the ISO: https://saa-store.org/7thTradition/ Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are comfortable and i...2022-09-2347 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 068 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.2 Join us in this episode as we continue with another Step 4 segment from AA-speakers "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". This recording covers pages 63-66 in the AA Big Book, starting on Step 4 and a review of the Resentments Inventory. Links this episode: Serenity On The Sound Retreat, Oct. 14-16 on Zoom: https://www.soundretreat.org Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive (section relevant to this episode): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-5PvGL60Cc https://www.wpaa...2022-09-1600 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 067 Theresa D shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Theresa D. from Southern California shares about her codependency in her family of origin, problems in her marriage, and her experience in recovery COSA. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ For more information about COSA: https://cosa-recovery.org To donate to COSA: https://cosa-recovery.org/service/donations/ 7t...2022-09-1038 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 066 Christine C shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Christine C. from Indiana shares about her childhood sexual abuse, Intimacy Avoidance and her experience in recovery in SAA, ACA, CoDA, and RCA. Links to things mentioned in this episode: Sponsors Helping Sponsors: https://saatalk.info/us/meetings/meeting?xmeeting[id]=168 To obtain access to our recorded podcasts, you can log into your MEMBERS account, locate this meeting in the list, click on the link of the PDF document called "Podcast Recording Ar...2022-09-0348 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 065 How Do We Carry the SAA Message To The Public? Join us in this episode as Jason talks with members of the PI/CPC Committee about how we carry SAA's message of Recovery to the public and to the Professional Community. Links mentioned in this episode (yes, there are a lot in this episode! Contact info below as well): https://saa-recovery.org/literature/introducing-saa-professional-community/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/pi-cpc-series-hope-healing-women/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/sexual-behaviors-causing-problems-2/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/pi-cpc-series-what-to-expect-at-your-first-saa-meeting/ Bay Area SAA Website page for Professionals: https://www.bayareasaa.org/professionals.php 2022-08-271h 16Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 064 Juan K shares his Experience, Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as Juan talks about his recovery journey, sponsoring an inmate at San Quentin and working as the treasurer of the Bay Area Intergroup. 7th Tradition Donations for the podcast via the Bay Area Intergroup PayPal: BAISAApaymentonly@gmail.com To donate to the ISO: https://saa-store.org/7thTradition/ LifeLine Partners: https://saa-store.org/7thTradition/llp/ Links mentioned in this episode: Writing to Prisoners: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/writing-to-prisoners-recovery-through-outreach-in-saa/ YouTube Links to music in this epis...2022-08-2049 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 063 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.1 Join us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". 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 educational purposes): Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive (section relevant to this episode): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-oIjg6UnkA https://www.wpaarea60.org/audio/big-book-studies/joe-and-charlie-the-big-book-comes-alive/ Be sure to...2022-08-1335 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 062 John M Returns to share (and interview Jason) Join us in this episode as John M turns the table on Jason & asks him questions about step work. John also shares about recovering from a slip after a few years of sobriety. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Mer - Stinkfist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1kyWoHYfcQ Parliament Funkadelic - Mothership Connection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12qq3dq_fQs&list=PLAL6esrXaUi2V9M2lyAK7ZQywmzj6Bbp7&index=8 Heilung - Krigsgalder: https://www.youtube.com/w...2022-08-061h 18Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 061 Group Chat: Program, Fellowship & Fun Join us in this group chat episode where we talk about the impact of this podcast, different aspects of the SAA program, our fellowship and a lot of fun! Resources mentioned in this episode (as part of a personal recovery journey): Books: Always Turned On: Sex Addiction in the Digital Age by Jennifer Schneider and Robert Weiss Podcasts: Sex, Love and Addiction with Dr. Rob Overcoming Betrayal and Addiction Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are comfortable and interested in bein...2022-07-231h 10Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 060 Nature As A Higher Power "As a Higher Power, the transcendental mind of Mother Nature serves as the ultimate source of guidance and inspiration." In previous episodes, Jason has talked about finding a Higher Power through music. Join us in this short episode as he discusses finding a Higher Power through Nature (and shares some new music too!) Links for literature mentioned in this episode (some are non-SAA approved, but based on Jason's personal spiritual journey in SAA): SAA pamphlet: What If I Don't Believe In "God"?: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/6895/ Doug R...2022-07-0925 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 059 Darren F. carries the SAA Message through Service Join us in this episode as Darren F. shares his experience in SAA, how he got into service and talks about the committee that he chairs as we discuss the Twelve Concepts of Service. Links for this episode: Draft of the Twelve Concepts: https://saa-recovery.org/news/draft-twelve-concepts-saa-service-released/ ISO Service Site: https://saa-iso.org Service Resumé: https://saa-recovery.org/saa-service-resume/ Group Service Representative (GSR) Registration: https://saa-recovery.org/iso/gsr-registration-form/ SAA Connect: https://saa-connect.org 7th Tradition Don...2022-06-171h 10Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 058 MJ shares his Experience Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as MJ shares about being a survivor of incest, suffering from PTSD, and using the outer circle to pursue his dream as a writer. Link to the reading in this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/tools-of-recovery-a-practical-guide-for-new-members-of-saa/ Links to articles about PTSD: https://bestcare.org/news/20200626/understanding-ptsd-sexual-assault-survivors https://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/treat/type/sexual_abuse_child.asp Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are comfortable and interested in...2022-06-091h 08Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 057 John R shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as John R. shares about his childhood shame while discovering his sexuality, living with PTSD and his experience in recovery by working the Twelve Steps of SAA. Book mentioned in this episode (referencing Jason's personal experience in response to listener feedback): It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, and Sexual Health by Robie Harris YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): The Judds - Love Can Build A...2022-06-0346 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 056 Sara P shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Sara P. shares about Intimacy Avoidance & Sexual Anorexia and her 10 years experience in COSA. For more information about COSA: https://cosa-recovery.org For more about Intimacy Avoidance: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/intimacy-avoidance/ 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 contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com Launching soon: https...2022-05-2542 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 055 Matt S shares his Experience Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as Matt S. shares about his recovery as a sex addict, alcoholic & drug addict; his childhood experiences as a latch key kid; and finding a higher power through Wicca. Book mentioned in this episode as part of our guest's experience in recovery: Wicca for Beginners: A Guide to Wiccan Beliefs, Rituals, Magic & Witchcraft by Lisa Chamberlain YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Loreena McKennitt - All Soul's Night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2022-05-141h 11Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 054 Listener Feedback & Meditation Music Join us in this episode as Jason responds to listener feedback and shares about his meditation music playlists. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Kati Rán - Blodbylgje: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGyHeRWP94g Wardruna - Andvevarljod: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs2UpfIUujU Zero 7 - Somersault: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pO-3U5m9N0w Black Sabbath - Solitude: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Yx13RY6Vdk Stephen Ke...2022-04-3050 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 053 Bryan L shares his Experience, Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as Bryan shares about his recent relapse, recovering from enmeshment with his mother and reconnecting with the program. Book mentioned in this episode: Silently Seduced: When Parents Make Their Children Partners by Kenneth M. Adams, Ph.D. Podcast mentioned in this episode: The Mental Illness Happy Hour: Episode #588 Covert Incest with Dr. Kenneth Adams https://mentalpod.com/archives/6606 YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Opeth - Patterns in the Ivy: ht...2022-04-231h 06Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 052 Bill T. shares about Recovery and the SAA Convention In this episode, Jason & Bill T talk about the upcoming 34th Annual International SAA Convention which will be in Atlanta this May as well as other aspects of Recovery. For the Convention website and info, please email either the ISO office info@saa-recovery.org or through the podcast, jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): The Avett Brothers - No Hard Feelings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFGs7HP15d4 7th Tradition Donations for...2022-04-151h 03Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 051 Ry shares his Experience, Strength and Hope Join us on this episode as past guest Ry shares about his struggles with slips since recording his first step for the podcast, his issues with being a minor attracted person and his optimism on his path to recovery. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Fozzy - Judas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqURPBtGJzg Karunesh - Mool...2022-04-021h 15Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 050 Bennett Shares About Recovery & Metal In this episode, instead of a recording from the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting, Bennett and Jason discuss our outer circle connection with music (mostly Metal m/ ), our connection with others, and our connection with a power greater than ourselves. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Exodus - The Toxic Waltz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3xC1I2rXHE Andreas Vollenweider - Caverna Magica: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxEJ74n9b4Y 24-7 SPYZ - Racism: https://www.youtube.c...2022-03-261h 21Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 049 Brian T. shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in this episode as Brian T shares about his experience in COSA, his hyper vigilance, and current struggles in his marriage at the Bay Area Quarterly SAA/COSA Speaker meeting. Links to readings in this episode: https://cosa-recovery.org/meetings/the-cosa-meeting-guide/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/intimacy-avoidance/ YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool - Opiate²: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KY7cofvtbco Kati Rán - Suurin: https://www.youtube.com/watc...2022-03-1849 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 048 Tim B shares his Experience, Strength & Hope Join us in this episode as Tim shares about changing his circles with new growth in recovery, his thoughts about feeling judged and judging others and some fun outer circle activities. YouTube Links to music in this episode: Echoes of Nature: American Wilds - Deep Woods & Wilderness Rainshower: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lP2ZhmQ3gIPW5Ic2rFUfqycWT5v4GhcCA Bobby McFerrin - Don't Worry, Be Happy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEKvlUNhZjE Bobby McFerrin - Wailers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2022-03-101h 06Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 047 Darren S. shares his Experience, Strength & Hope Join us in this episode as Darren from the UK shares his childhood memories & patterns of acting out as adult to finding the rooms of SAA and doing volunteer & service work. 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 contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com Launching soon: https://sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/ SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn0dcZg-Ou7giI4YkXGXsBWDHJgtymw9q To...2022-02-2844 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 046 Workshop Recordings Whether at the Convention or local retreats, workshops can help us grow in our recovery. Join us in this episode as Jason shares audio samples of past Convention Workshop recordings as well as discussing the Bay Area SAA YouTube Channel. Links for Convention Recordings: https://saa-store.org/audio/ Intimacy and Sexual Avoidance pamphlets: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/intimacy-avoidance/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/first-step-intimacy-guide-working-first-step-intimacy-sexual-avoidance-sexual-anorexia/ YouTube Links to music in this episode: Mary J. Blige - No Drama: https://www.youtube.co...2022-02-2157 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 045 Personal Recovery Depends Upon SAA Unity Join us this week as Jason covers Tradition One and talks about the "Exploring Inclusion and Diversity in SAA" event from this past weekend. Links and emails mentioned in this episode: ISO Service: https://saa-recovery.org/saa-service-resume/ Inclusion and Diversity Committee: IDC@saa-recovery.org https://saa-recovery.org/diversity/ Neurodiversity: saa.neurodiversity@gmail.com SAA Dissociative Identity Disorder: DissociatedAlter@gmail.com https://saatalk.info/us/meetings/meeting?xmeeting[id]=254 Intimacy and Sexual Avoidance Awareness Committee (ISAAC): Avoidance@s...2022-02-0124 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 044 Brandon shares his First Step Join us in this special episode and experience what it’s like being in our Noon Zoom meeting as Brandon shares his First Step Presentation. 7th Tradition Donations for the podcast via PayPal: BAISAApaymentonly@gmail.com 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 contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com Launching soon: https://sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/ SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...2022-01-221h 06Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 043 Meetings and Fellowship Join us in this group discussion as we talk about the impact our daily noon Zoom meeting has had on our recovery, the intimacy & connections we have made, and our "meeting after the meeting" fellowship. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are comfortable and interested in being a gu...2022-01-141h 18Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 042 Don't Be Afraid Of Change The idea of change can be a scary thing for many people. In this short episode, Jason shares about the new year being a time of change, the problems of resisting change, and some musical choices around the topic of change. YouTube Links to music in this episode: Songleikr - Ulvetime (Hour of the Wolf): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FF9mtpw365c Fishbone - Change: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nobpt0FzSng Tool - Disposition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUQjGpm5Kr...2021-12-3123 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 041 Samuel shares his Experience, Strength & Hope After a few weeks hiatus, we're back. Join us in this episode as Samuel shares about healing from trauma, being adopted and finding his birth roots, and the power of music. Book mentioned in this episode: Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Peter A. Levine YouTube Links to music in this episode: William Prince - Higher Power: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6xHNcccfFg Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are...2021-12-181h 10Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 040 Thanks and Gratitude In this short episode Jason shares about gratitude lists and music related to being thankful. Giving Thanks information: Mobile giving: If you would like to give using your mobile phone, please text BAGT (for Bay Area Giving Thanks) to 91999 Web giving: go to http://bit.ly/bayareagivingthanks YouTube Links to music in this episode: Vince Guaraldi Trio - Thanksgiving Theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AORGKS6y_qI George Winston - Thanksgiving: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yh...2021-11-2518 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 039 Amy S. shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in this episode as Amy S. shares her experience, strength & hope in her 5 years in COSA at the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting. Giving Thanks information: Every year, the Bay Area SAA fellowship raises over $20,000 to support the ISO. Your donations are particularly important this year as contributions to ISO are down significantly. Mobile giving: If you would like to give using your mobile phone, please text BAGT (for Bay Area Giving Thanks) to 91999 Web giving: to give online, go...2021-11-1944 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 038 Michael R. shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Join us in this episode as Michael R shares his experience, strength & hope in his 22 years in SAA at the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting. We also share about the Bay Area’s annual Giving Thanks Event. Giving Thanks information: Every year, the Bay Area SAA fellowship raises over $20,000 to support the ISO. Your donations are particularly important this year as contributions to ISO are down significantly. Mobile giving: If you would like to give using your mobile phone, please text BAGT (for Bay...2021-11-1334 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 037 Dylan shares his Experience, Strength & Hope Join us in this episode as Dylan and Jason discuss working the steps, meetings & fellowship. YouTube Links to music in this episode: Tool - Wings For Marie Pt. 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNTo34xOwoM Tool - Wings For Marie slowed down 800%: video no longer available Fishbone - Everyday Sunshine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV5Nkah8nP8 To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https://www.bayareasaa.org/ Be sure to re...2021-11-061h 13Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 036 Talking Tenth Step with Tim Join us in this episode as Tim R. & Jason talk about the Tenth Step as well as recovery messages in Horror TV shows "Midnight Mass" and "The Haunting of Hill House". YouTube Links to music in this episode:Type O Negative - Glass Walls of Limbo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7vI7fswVZg The Shaggs - It’s Halloween: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11_nsW151tg To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https://www.bayareasaa.org/ Be s...2021-10-2942 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 035 Paul MJ shares his Experience, Strength & Hope Join us in this episode as Paul MJ & Jason discuss their friendship in SAA, retreats, music, and service as well as Intimacy and Sexual Avoidance. Planting Seeds of Our BIPOC Sexual Liberation and Healing 2021-10-29 - 2021-10-31 The Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Retreat Committee is sponsoring a Zoom retreat. Sign up form: https://forms.gle/Y5PsCVzYCG3XPGte9 Contact Name: BIPOC Retreat Committee Contact Email: saabipocretreat2021@gmail.com Paul’s speaker share: https...2021-10-231h 25Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 034 Sarah B. shares her Experience, Strength & Hope Join us in this episode as Sarah B. discusses her recovery in SAA and what it's like to live with dissociative identity disorder (DID). We also had a wonderful conversation about retreats, higher power, and intimacy avoidance. The DID meeting is Saturday 10:00 AM CST. The meeting is closed to people with a dissociative disorder like DID or DDNOS to protect our systems. For the Zoom ID and Password Contact DissociatedAlter@gmail.com To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https...2021-10-141h 07Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 033 Amy MJ shares her Experience, Strength & Hope in COSA Join us in this episode as Amy MJ discusses her recovery in COSA from anxiety, depression & hyper vigilance. We also “nerd out” on recovery talk: retreats, fellowship, & living in the outer circle. COSA website: http://cosa-recovery.org Amy’s speaker share: https://cosa-recovery.org/shop/mp3/2015-chicago/2015-20-saturday-joint-banquet-amy-m-j-mp3/ YouTube Links to music in this episode: Disturbed - The Sound of Silence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3By4DZyTNM To find meetings in the San Francisco...2021-10-061h 30Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 032 The Ninth Step Promises "If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are half way through..." Join us in this episode as we discuss the Ninth Step Promises. YouTube Links to music in this episode: Dream Theater - Repentance (with lyrics): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w1uzMH0zlU Dream Theater - The Twelve Step Suite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kc0JIUGj06M Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.co...2021-09-301h 01Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 031 Megan from the UK Join us in this episode as Megan shares her experience as a woman in SAA, her struggles with risky sexual behavior and creating safe boundaries. Links: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/safe-and-sexually-sober-meetings-helping-women-feel-welcome-in-your-meeting/ Music used in this episode: Marc Broussard - My God (acoustic live version) Studio version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iBCd2ADVI4 If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com...2021-09-241h 28Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 030 David from Long Beach Join us in this episode as David W. from Long Beach shares about growing up in the Mormon church, experience in SAA & the music of Heilung. YouTube Links to music in this episode: Heilung - Fylgija Ear / Futhorck Live (from LIFA): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJvcN41H3Is Heilung - Alfadhirhaiti Live (from LIFA): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wy-W-pYlds Heilung - LIFA (full show) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1BsKIP4uYM 2021-09-171h 27Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 029 Tim R. from the UK (Edit: In the recording, announced this as Ep 030 instead of Ep 029, I apologize for my mistake!) Join us in this episode as Tim R. from the UK shares his experience, strength and hope. After the recording we talked about sharing this quote in the notes from FB Meyer, "The next downward step is uncleanness and once men have deliberately chosen the downward path, there is nothing to stop them. They go headlong from one point to another in their descent into darkness, when our hearts turn from God." Book mentioned in...2021-09-101h 13Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 028 COSA Speaker: Kerry M Join us in part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Kerry M. shares her experience, strength and hope with 19 years in COSA. COSA website: http://cosa-recovery.org To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https://www.bayareasaa.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 contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com 2021-08-3139 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 027 SAA Speaker: Jeannie O. the first woman in SAA Join us in this episode as Jeannie O., the first woman in SAA shares about her experience, strength & hope and forty years of sobriety at the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting. Links for this episode: SAA Women's Intergroup resource site: https://saaforwomen.org/ Group Guide (group inventory on p.35): https://saa-recovery.org/literature/group-guide/ Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please fe...2021-08-2639 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 026 Ry shares his First Step Step One: We admitted we were powerless over addictive sexual behavior - that our lives had become unmanageable. Join us in this special episode and experience what it’s like being in a meeting as Ry shares his First Step Presentation. 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 contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com Launching soon: https://sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/ SARPodc...2021-08-1153 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 025 Feeling Overwhelmed Join us this week as Jason talks about re-connecting with a Higher Power after being overwhelmed with work, life and uploading the podcast to YouTube. Bay Area SAA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC50ZpYyuaswxP39zbeFIJcg SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn0dcZg-Ou7giI4YkXGXsBWDHJgtymw9q List of music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if necessary). Heilung - Norupo (Correction no...2021-08-0226 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 024 John M. shares his Experience, Strength and Hope Join us this week as John M. talks about service, sponsorship, & “the meeting after the meeting.” He also shares about being the parent of a transgendered child, gender dysphoria, and the importance of pronoun use. https://transequality.org/issues/resources/understanding-non-binary-people-how-to-be-respectful-and-supportive If you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ List of music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if neces...2021-07-171h 10Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 023 Creative Energy, Music & the Outer Circle Pneuma (in Stoic thought) is the vital spirit, soul, or creative force of a person. Join us this week as Jason talks about using creative energy with music to enrich his Outer Circle. YouTube Links: Tool - Pneuma live drum cam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FssULNGSZIA Charismatic Voice (Opera Singer) Reaction & Analysis: “Helvegen” by Wardruna featuring Aurora: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0GMydcmzRo “Wolf Totem” by The Hu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNx0RgQrcoM2021-07-1131 min
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 022 William P. shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us this week as William P. talks about growing up in El Salvador & Los Angeles; the death of his first sponsor; and the Tools of Recovery he uses to stay sober in SAA. Tools of Recovery Booklet: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/tools-of-recovery-a-practical-guide-for-new-members-of-saa/ If you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are...2021-07-031h 07Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 021 Tucker shares his Experience, Strength and HopeJoin us this week as Tucker shares how the shaming messages from Evangelical Purity Culture contributed to his sex addiction. The term "purity culture" relates to religious beliefs around sexual purity before marriage, but also contains damaging messages of gender and sexual control. Music used in this episode: Birdtalker - Want https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSXWadIWN38 If you are interested in learning more about Purity Culture, there are several articles written about the subject (We have chosen not link due to our Traditions). 2021-06-261h 06Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 020 Deb W shares about Intimacy AvoidanceSex addiction is often described as an intimacy disorder. Sexual anorexia, intimacy avoidance, or “sexually acting in” can be seen as the flip side of “sexually acting out”. Join us in this episode as Deb W shares her experience, strength & hope around Intimacy and Sexual Avoidance as well as ISA awareness and helping SAA telemeetings move to Zoom. Links for this episode: https://saa-store.org/audio/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/recovery-from-compulsive-sexual-avoidance-a-return-to-intimacy/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/first-step-intimacy-guide-working-first-step-intimacy-sexual-avoidance-sexual-anorexia/ http://saatalk.info/us/resources Be sure to reach us...2021-06-191h 17Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 019 Back to In-Person Meetings Now over a year since the pandemic started, meetings are starting to return to in-person meetings. Making the decision to return (or go for the first time) can be both exciting & nerve-wracking. Join us as Jason, Tim and James share about their thoughts and fears about going to in-person meetings this week as well as the virtues of Zoom meetings. Book mentioned in this episode: Drop the Rock: Removing Character Defects - Steps Six and Seven by Bill P., Todd Weber, & Sara S. If...2021-06-121h 10Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 018 LOST in Recovery Not just a TV show about plane crash survivors on a mysterious island, LOST delved into the realms of science, faith, philosophy, and for Jason, Recovery. Join us this week as Jason & MJ share their thoughts on how LOST relates their journey of recovery in SAA. Music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if necessary). Joe Purdy - Wash Away Three Dog Night - Shambala Michael Giacchino - Moving On Michael Giacchino - Shambala 2021-06-051h 22Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 017 LJ Returns to Share Join us this week as return guest LJ shares about being groomed and molested as a child, his exploits as a transvestite and the miracle of recovery through working the twelve steps of SAA. Links: RAINN (Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network) https://www.rainn.org/ (800) 656-HOPE (4673) SAA Convention recordings: https://saa-store.org/audio/ Launching soon: https://sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/ Joe and Charlie the Big Book Comes Alive: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCoNWFgxjiSXWPtuT-cMcXdgoszkHoLRb ...2021-05-291h 14Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 016 Sobriety Is Your Greatest Weapon Join us this week as a Jason shares his thoughts on a special episode of HBO's Euphoria, where a recently-relapsed addict meets with her sponsor for an intimate conversation in a diner on Christmas Eve. Euphoria Special Episode 1: Rue (part2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnUAKElS2UQ Our official website will be launchng soon: https://sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/ Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to vi...2021-05-2223 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 015 Working the Steps With a Step Group Step Study groups are groups of addicts working through the Twelve Steps in a structured format. Join us this week as a few attendees of the Extensions of Hope Step Study Group discuss what it’s like working the steps in community. Music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if necessary). Tool - The Grudge https://saa-recovery.org/our-program/the-twelve-steps/ Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find...2021-05-1544 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 014 Jon carries the Message of Recovery "Each group has but one primary purpose — to carry its message to the sex addict who still suffers." Join us this week as Jon shares the message of recovery through his sister’s recovery journal, the sadness of her death and the gift of music. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 Music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if necessary). Eric Bibb - I Am Blessed Indigo Girls - Closer to Fine Matis...2021-05-0851 min
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 013 Isolation, Inclusion, Resentments & Acceptance Join us in this week’s episode as Jason & Tim share a free flowing conversation about a variety of topics including being vaccinated, podcast origins, isolation vs. solitude, resentments, diversity, inclusion, and acceptance. Basically, friends hanging out, catching up with each other and talking program. Music used in this episode: Springtide - Distant Thunder, Sunday Morning (Again) Charley & Humphrey puppet video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E12y1LGifj0 Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com2021-05-011h 28
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 012 Bill I. shares his Experience, Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as Bill I. shares the ups and downs in his 19 years of sobriety, from a cardiac scare, divorce and the death of his son to finding acceptance, happiness and serenity by working the SAA program of recovery. When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chodron The Outer Circle Newsletter: https://saa-recovery.org/news-events/saa-newsletter/ Music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if necessary). J...2021-04-241h 06
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 011 Perfectly Flawed - Letting Go of Perfectionism "Progress rather than perfection" is the atmosphere for growth that we seek to promote. Join us this week as Jason imperfectly talks about trying to let go of perfectionism. Music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if necessary). Otep - Perfectly Flawed Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https://www.bayareasaa.org/ The...2021-04-1818 min
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 010 Jayme shares their Experience, Strength and Hope Join us in this episode as Jayme shares their journey of becoming gender non-binary, the pain of childhood abuse and the hope of feeling their feelings by working through the Twelve Steps of SAA. Links for this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/saa-and-the-lesbian-gay-bisexual-transgender-sex-addict/ https://transequality.org/issues/resources/understanding-non-binary-people-how-to-be-respectful-and-supportive Co-Narcissism: How We Accommodate to Narcissistic Parents http://www.alanrappoport.com/pdf/Co-Narcissism%20Article.pdf Music in this Episode: Coldplay - Everything's Not Lost Be sure to reac...2021-04-101h 10
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 009 I Came To Believe: Finding a Higher Power Through Music As a Higher Power, for many, music is the sound of spirituality – which not only enhances the human experience, but serves as a connection to the very rhythm of our existence. Join us in this episode as Jason discusses finding a higher power through music and shares his reflections on the 2021 Bay Area Retreat. Doug Rudolph’s article on finding a higher power: https://renascent.ca/finding-a-higher-power/ List of music used in the episode for educational purposes. (I do not own the copyright and will delete if necessary). Too...2021-03-2858 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 008 Using Program Tools To Help With Life's Difficulties Acceptance around difficulties in life can be challenging. Join us in this week’s episode as Tim & Jason discuss using the steps and program tools to find acceptance and serenity around death of a loved one, caring for parents with dementia, and the pandemic. Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https://www.bayareasaa.org/ The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or pol...2021-03-1934 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 007 Am I A Sex Addict? While the question of "Am I a Sex Addict?" may seem simple, many of us in the program can attest that it surely isn't. Join us in this episode for a small group conversation where we explore the question together. Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To take the self assessment quiz: https://saa-recovery.org/am-i-a-sex-addict/self-assessment/ Getting Started in Sex Addicts Anonymous booklet: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/getting-started-in-sex-addicts-anonymous-a-beginners-packet-for-recovering-sex-addicts/ To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure...2021-03-121h 09Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 006 The First Year of Recovery The first year of recovery is often the most terrifying yet transformative time of a sex addict's life, especially in 2020. Join us in this episode as we discuss what these newcomers have experienced in their first year of recovery from sex addiction. Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com Check out the main SAA website: https://saa-recovery.org/meetings/ A website that is specifically geared for Telemeetings (electronic, phone, Zoom etc): http://saatalk.info/ To find meetings in the San Fran...2021-03-051h 04Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 005 LJ shares his Experience, Strength and Hope Join us in this episode where our guest LJ shares his insights of addiction, recovery & sponsorship. Jason also answers some listener feedback and talks about recovery literature. Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com For online reading (pdf format), check out https://saa-recovery.org/literature/ The SAA Green Book: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/sex-addicts-anonymous-green-book-saas-basic-text/ ISA pamphlet: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/recovery-from-compulsive-sexual-avoidance-a-return-to-intimacy/ For physical or e-book purchases, check out https://saa-store.org/ To fins meetings in the San Franc...2021-02-261h 16Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 004 The Three Circles - A Tool of Recovery Join us in this episode where share our thoughts on the Three Circles. In SAA, we have many Tools of Recovery. The Three Circles help us define our abstinence: Inner Circle are core addictive behaviors; Middle Circle are behaviors that are either slippery or those that we are unsure of; and Outer Circle are healthy, nurturing behaviors that give us hope and serenity. Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find the Three Circles pamphlet pdf: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/three-circles-defining-sexual-sobriety-in-saa/ To find meeting...2021-02-1959 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 003 Jason's Story of Experience, Strength & Hope Sharing our personal stories can help diminish any shame we may be feeling about our past behaviors, as well as helping others identify with similar behaviors or feelings. Join us in this episode where Jason shares his personal story of experience, strength and hope. Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area visit: https://www.bayareasaa.org/meetings.php Check out the main SAA website at https://saa-recovery.org/ ...2021-02-0449 min
Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 002 Our First SAA Meeting Experiences Going to an SAA meeting for the first time can feel kinda scary, but often when we attend our first meeting, we find that we are not alone. Join us in this episode as we talk about our first meeting experiences: our preconceived notions of SAA, our fears and our relief about finding somewhere that we belong. Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area visit: https://www.bayareasaa.org/meetings.php 2021-01-2834 minSex Addicts Recovery PodcastEp 001 Introducing the Sex Addicts Recovery PodcastWelcome to the introductory episode of the Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast, an outreach project of the San Francisco Bay Area Intergroup of SAA. In this episode, we share a brief overview of the vision for this podcast and a sample of a discussion among SAA members. Our podcast website will be coming soon (www.sexaddictsrecoverypod.com) The Bay Area SAA website can be found at www.bayareasaa.org The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA...2021-01-1919 min