THE SERENITY TIMES
Issue #8 — letting go & growing
Letting Go to Grow
This Autumn issue of The Serenity Times introduces the theme "Letting Go to Grow," featuring recovery reflections on releasing what no longer serves us, a welcome to new Subcommittee Chair Erica W., audio shares on staying connected, clean-time celebrations, and a call for member contributions.
More in This Issue
Doin 2 Much
In this reflective poem, the speaker explores the painful contrast between their intense, enduring love and their partner's fleeting commitment, ultimately accepting the bitter reality of impermanence.
Safe Places
An old-timer in Narcotics Anonymous reflects on how gradually pulling away from meetings, service, and support led to a struggle with relapse, before ultimately finding a safe space to return to the program with renewed support.
Things Only People in Recovery Would Understand
What are some things you have experienced that only people in recovery would understand? Send them in!
Being terrified to share in a meeting… then being annoyed when the meeting ends before you get a chance to 😒
Finding out why they say, “never pray for patience.” 🤦
Being humbled by giving the best advice…. Then realizing you are the one who should be taking it 😬
Sounds of Serenity
“What is your experience with falling out of touch with the fellowship or your recovery?”
Browse All Sounds
Recovery Birthdays
Jeanne R
26 years — November 24
Tisa Anderson
19 years — November 14
“Take my will and my life, guide me in my recovery and show me how to love.”
Tisa Anderson
19 years — November 14
“Take my will and my life, guide me in my recovery and show me how to love.”
Tisa Anderson
19 years — November 14
“Take my will and my life, guide me in my recovery and show me how to love.”
Natalie O.
6 years — October 17
Rico G
4 years — October 8
Evan S
1 year — October 16
Cheyenne Vasquez
0 years — November 25
“It’s hard to find the words to express the gratitude I have in my heart. NA saved my life.. ”