67-year-old stroke survivor Reed got sober almost 25 years ago, though 20 of them were away from the rooms. Through a new dark bottom, Reed found his way back to AA, and today he has earned his emotional sobriety. Today, Reed has a calm content...

AA circuit speaker R.M. brings recovery to life with her inspiring and skillful delivery. With deep knowledge of the Big Book and the program of Alcoholics Anonymous, she cuts through the noise and speaks directly to the heart of what it means ...

Adam grew up fast—his dad left before he was born, and his relationship with his mom was deeply co-dependent. He learned early that if he didn’t take care of himself, no one else would. When he drank, it was never just one—he went from zero to ...

Mary, who calls herself a “drunk mom,” grew up in a military household, moving so often she never felt rooted. Even in sobriety, she battled suicidal thoughts—but with the right support, she found her way through. Today, Mary meets life with co...

Jeff didn’t start drinking until college—but he quickly made up for lost time. In this calm share, Jeff reflects on the journey that brought him to today: two years sober, grounded in a strong program that he approaches with the commitment of a...