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Happy Anniversary, LSRsafe!

Celebrating 20 Years of Positive eSupport! Today – 4/4/24 – is the twentieth anniversary of the start of the LSRsafe email group. Starting it was just about the best thing I’ve ever done in my life. When I began it as a sort of offshoot of LSRmail, the original LifeRing email group, I assumed it…
Caregivers in Recovery

LifeRing Supports Those Who Support Others! LifeRing is proud to introduce our newest focus meeting for caregivers in recovery on Wednesday mornings at 8:00am Pacific. CareGiverHuddle Wednesdays at 8:00am Pacific Zoom Meeting ID: 873 0309 7283, Passcode: lifering About Renee I’m a Humanist organizer, a retired army veteran, a…
LifeRing Opens in Oregon!

Great News! The Great Northwest is Reopening! LifeRing is excited to announce that LifeRing opened a new in-person meeting in Hood River, Oregon. This is our first in-person meeting in the Great Northwest since closes due to the pandemic. Convenor Dan S. is bringing the LifeRing magic to his hometown of Hood River – and…
LifeRing Outdoors!

Outdoor In-Person LifeRing Meeting in Hayward, California! LifeRing is excited to announce that Greg S. is reviving the LifeRing Secular Recovery in-person meeting at Alden E. Oliver Sports Park in Hayward, California. This weekly meeting will be held outside, rain or shine, beginning on Tuesday, March 12th at 1:00pm near 2550 Eden Park Place by…
Multiple Paths

Out of the Box Recovery + Peer Support does not always = 12 steps. When it comes to addiction recovery, the traditional 12-step program has been the go-to approach for many rehabilitation centers. But is it really the only path to recovery? We voice an emphatic NO. Recovery is an intensely personal voyage, and all…
Guidelines Revamp

Call To Action In a recent survey regarding Board of Directors (BOD) engagement, I shared my thoughts on LifeRing’s commendable efforts within the constraints of a limited diversity pool for a non-profit. I emphasized the need for urgent steps to enhance our communications and policies, fostering inclusivity and equity. Let’s delve into my perspective: Fifteen…
Self-Love

Self-love is good for you and good for your recovery! Self-love is an important part of the recovery process. It helps provide stability and security in a person’s life, as well as fostering a greater sense of self-worth. Self-love allows us to take responsibility for our actions, which can help us stay on our personal…
LifeRing Book Sale

Empower Yourself This Valentine’s Day – All LifeRing Books 20% Off!! Treat yourself to a literary recovery journey this February Get ready to ignite your imagination and embark on an exciting recovery adventure with the LifeRing Bookstore Sale on February 14, 2024! Uncover a treasure trove of thought-provoking and uplifting reads that celebrate the joy…
20 Years Shout-Out!

20 Years Soberversary! I always get a thrill celebrating my soberversaries, but this year is particularly significant, as I now have 20 years. Its significance lies not in the sense of personal achievement or victory, but in awareness of the healing power of community. That very power is available to everyone here, active participants and…