The Guiding Light Podcast’s Post

Addiction Recovery Month. This Seat is Empty for a Reason. As we honour Addiction Recovery Month, let's confront a harsh reality this empty seat belongs to someone who should be here but isn’t. They fought bravely against addiction, but the battle took them from us. A loved one, a friend, a soul we lost too soon. Their absence is a gut wrenching reminder of how brutal this journey can be. Some of us make it out, but far too many do not. That’s why The Newcomer is the Most Important Person at any Meeting. For those of us who’ve found our way to recovery, we know that the only way to keep what we have is to give it away. The newcomer’s first step into a meeting isn’t just about their survival it’s about ours too. Their courage fuels our own, and their hope is our reminder of why we fight to stay sober every day. So, let’s honor those we've lost by fighting harder for those still with us. Let’s welcome every newcomer with open arms and open hearts because what we share with them could be the difference between an empty seat and a life reclaimed. Together, we can save lives. 💙 #AddictionRecoveryMonth #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma #TogetherWeRecover #WeDoRecover #MentalHealth #YouAreNotAlone