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Recovery and Reunification
CPS: Recovery and Reunification LifeRing is proud to introduce Inda Lopez, our newest online meeting convenor. Inda will be convening two groundbreaking recovery meetings specially designed for people in recovery who are also navigating the intricate world of the Child Protective Services (CPS) system. We understand this journey is filled with unique challenges. The…
The Turning Point
The Turning Point in My Recovery Today is International Recovery Day – a global observance held on September 30th each year. It is a time to raise awareness about substance use recovery and celebrate the achievements of individuals who have overcome substance use challenges. The observance of International Recovery Day aims to reduce stigma…
From Zoom to Room
From Zoom to Room: The Importance of In-Person Connection in Sobriety Long-time LifeRing convenor Geoff L. brings his local online meeting back home to Livermore! LifeRing Secular Recovery in-person meetings are open to those seeking substance use recovery support in a positive, nonjudgmental setting with like-minded people. LifeRing Livermore – How Was Your Week?…
Suicide Prevention
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is Nation Suicide Prevention Month. Throughout the month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. I am not an expert. However, I recently lost my 17-year old nephew to suicide. I wish I knew then what I know…
New Grand Rapids In-Person Meeting
LifeRing Expands in The Mitten (and Kitten?) State LifeRing is proud to introduce our first in-person meeting in Grand Rapids, MI. LifeRing Secular Recovery in-person meetings are open to those seeking substance use recovery support in a positive, nonjudgmental setting with like-minded people. LifeRing Grand Rapids (LifeRing GR) – Alano Club of Kent County…
Nonreligious Recovery Options Bill
ACTION ITEM FOR NY REGISTERED VOTERS LifeRing fully endorses NY Bill S5332, which requires written notice to a defendant of his or her right to complete court-ordered alcohol or substance use treatment in a nonreligious treatment program. This bill is now before senate. If you are a registered voter in New York State, please take…
Recover Mindfully
Choose to Recover Mindfully! Ewa will be leading a meditation workshop during the 2023 LifeRing Annual Meeting on June 3rd. Click here for details. Inviting you all to join me on Tuesday mornings at 9AM Pacific for a new focus meeting called Choose to Recover Mindfully! Choose to Recover Mindfully! …
1 in 5: Mental Health Awareness in May
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month 1 in 5 people will experience mental health challenge during their lifetime and everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health. After living through a seemingly endless pandemic, many people are realizing that stress, isolation, and uncertainty have taken a toll on their well-being. Mental…
2023 LifeRing Annual Conference
2023 LifeRing Annual Conference | Online Saturday, June 3rd & Sunday, June 4th, 9:00am – 2:00pm Pacific Time LifeRing Secular Recovery is a network of meetings. The connection with other meetings is as vital to LifeRing as the connection with other sober people is vital to an individual in recovery. The greatest sense of connectedness,…