It is said that when a storm approaches, bison walk directly into it. At first, this seems to go against every instinct for survival. Yet it is often the fastest way through the storm. By facing the direction from which the weather is coming, the bison allows the...
When I served as the Public Affairs Officer for the Camp Ripley Training Center in central Minnesota, we occasionally dealt with what the DNR calls “nuisance bears.” It is a common term for bears that wander into places where they are not expected, such as...
In the recording business, the spin of a vinyl record is measured by RPMs. This stood for Revolutions Per Minute. This abbreviation is also a helpful mnemonic device to remember four important tools in one’s recovery tool kit: Readings, Prayers, Meetings, and...
Introduction Recovery from addiction is a journey that often feels daunting and isolating. One of the most powerful antidotes to this isolation is sponsorship—a unique support system that fosters connection, and accountability. Sponsorship is not just a tool in...
Introduction: Why Sponsorship Matters in A.A. Recovery from alcoholism isn’t a solo journey, it’s a path best traveled with guidance, support, and the wisdom of people who have walked it before. In Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.), sponsorship stands out as one of the most...
