{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Honesty - Recovered 1030","description":"Of all the moral characteristics, honesty is one of the most respected. It is also the spiritual principle behind step one. Many people in recovery live by the mantra \u201cwe are as sick as our secrets.\u201d Individuals need to pay special attention to honesty in recovery because they have to be truthful to others, and above all they have to be honest with themselves. People who do not develop honesty as a personal quality are more prone to relapse. This is why honesty has to become an everyday habit until it becomes second nature. Tonight, we talk about Honesty. Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions.  If you would like to join us, there are three ways. Episode Sponsorship  We will recognize you by first name only at the top, mid, and end of the episode.  Any amount will qualify. Premium Membership  This is the single most effective way to support the show.  Watch the video in its entirety and learn how to become Premium Sustaining Partners  We have three ways in which you can participate in this 12-step mission We invite you to be a partner is this work. Call Us Now  http:\/\/recoveredcast.com\/speakpipe email mark@recoveredcast.com So, listeners, join us at The 2020 International Convention of AA in Detroit. If you are coming into town for the convention, the Recovered Podcast wants to meet you! If you would like to get all the information regarding the Recovered Podcast at the 2020 International Convention, just email me and we will get you on our google group. Just email me at mark@recoveredcast.com To get on our 2020 International Convention Google group This google group will be notified with all the Recovered Podcast Plans for the convention and will have all the information about how to find our tailgate party.  Right now, our google group has been provided with maps and general information about Detroit. Email me at mark@recoveredcast.com if you want these kinds of updates. More often than not, lying is a habit for people because they fear the consequences of their actions and want to protect themselves. Lying is an unproductive coping tactic. It is normal to struggle with owning up to dishonesty, but the key is to acknowledge when it occurs as soon as possible. If not, you could struggle with feelings of guilt and put your sobriety in jeopardy.    What comes first to mind?   What does honesty mean to you?   Were you an honest kid? How about as a teenager, were you honest?   Why have you been dishonest? Is there ever a justifiable reason to be dishonest? How do you react when someone is dishonest with you? How do you deal with dishonest people?   Why is honesty a spiritual principle? Are you honest with yourself? When are you most likely to fool yourself into something? How can the serenity prayer help you be honest with yourself?   How can gossip be a threat to honesty? How can jealousy be a threat to honesty? Have you ever used honesty as a weapon?   How are honesty and humility related? How is honesty and your higher power related?   Why is honesty important to your program?   What would you say to the new guy? ______________________________________________________ We asked our listeners about this topic.   Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me for an invite request.  Email me at mark@recoveredcast.com And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group.  This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey.  You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week\u2019s topic.   Again, just email for your a google group invite. Just email me at mark@recoveredcast.com To get involved in each week\u2019s show prep.   We asked our listeners,  "Would your sponsor say you are honest?\u201d   Did you take the survey?   https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/analyze\/b36JnTOlXCJuyvwpfa8q4tXrOi_2Fmb6BA8I4snCt4XWupWcgsh9_2FzH6Vl54g6Xhwo?ut_source=my_surveys_list   What would be your answer? ________________________________________________________ We have calls - Our phone call segment is brought to you by our  Recovered Podcast Sustaining Partners   ____________________________________________________________ Our sustaining recovered podcast partners are a big part  in our self supporting movement.   This week Nobody   became a Sustaining Partners Thank you Nobody   We have three ways in which you can partner  with us in this 12-step mission to spread the good news  all around the world and  keep us online.     You can become a sustaining partner  by giving on a monthly basis for one year.   As an expression of our gratitude for your donation,  we will send you Recovered podcast merch. Merch Like Recovered Podcast Tee Shirts, mugs.    Just go to website at recoveredcast.com And tap on the Sustaining Partners button for more information   Thank you again Nobody   If you have experience with  Honesty   you can call right now   PLAY THE JINGLE - file in google drive ________________________________________________________ Now, Let\u2019s take calls  First up, we have  Mike from Celebration Jennifer from Illinois Cathy from Ga   ","author_name":"Recovered Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/recoveredcast.com","html":"