Summary In this conversation, Jersey Ed and Big Dan discuss the impact of Friends in Recovery, a community that offers support through AA meetings and various activities. They reflect on the evolution of recovery meetings, particularly the shift to online Zoom meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. They highlight the benefits of online meetings, such as anonymity and accessibility. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of expressing emotions and learning from others' experiences in recovery. Overall, the conversation celebrates the growth and expansion of Friends in Recovery and the positive impact it has had on individuals in recovery. In this episode, Jersey Ed and Big Dan celebrate the four-year anniversary of Friends in Recovery. They discuss the concept of running shorts, a weekly video series where Jersey Ed shares his thoughts on life and recovery while wearing running shorts. The conversation then shifts to the importance of embracing change in recovery and how it allows individuals to grow and adapt. They also highlight the significance of friends in recovery and the support they provide. The hosts read a passage from the book that explores the challenges of addiction and the daily reflection and challenge for the day. They reflect on the desperation of addiction and the impact it has on individuals' lives. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the power of AA and Friends in Recovery in helping individuals stay sober and the importance of helping others in their recovery journey. Takeaways • Friends in Recovery has been providing support through AA meetings and activities for four years. • The COVID-19 pandemic led to the shift to online Zoom meetings, which offered anonymity and accessibility. • Expressing emotions and learning from others' experiences are important aspects of recovery. • Friends in Recovery has expanded to offer various activities and support beyond traditional meetings. Running shorts is a weekly video series where Jersey Ed shares his thoughts on life and recovery while wearing running shorts. • Embracing change is an important aspect of recovery as it allows individuals to grow and adapt. • Friends in recovery provide crucial support and understanding for individuals on their recovery journey. • The desperation of addiction can lead individuals to take dangerous risks and prioritize avoiding feelings over their own well-being. • AA and Friends in Recovery play a significant role in helping individuals stay sober and provide a sense of community and support. --------------------------- Podcast Hotline- 800-989-6504 Call anytime (Non-emergency Number) Email- [email protected] Website- www.friendsinrecoverycommunity.org Facebook- Friends in Recovery - A Community of Support The Friends in Recovery Podcast is powered by your Likes, Follows, Subscribes, and Shares! There are many ways to help someone that is suffering from addiction. There are professionals here to help you from staging an intervention to getting counseling as a family member and anything in between. If you or a loved one needs help, reach out to our panel at [email protected]. Inquiries and interested speakers can reach us at [email protected] or call 800-989-6504 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/friendsinrecovery/message