"...it happens that because of your own drinking career you can be uniquely useful to other alcoholics." Alcoholics Anonymous p. 89 Having recently celebrated a sobriety birthday, I find myself reflecting more than usual on some of the miracles that have happened in my own life...
Behind the big house on the hill By Mary H. Behind the big house on the hill, east of Austin in Manor, Texas, the lawn slopes downward and opens toward a clearing that looks out over the northern sky. There is a small garden where they...
Addiction does not discriminate between age, gender or social status. Whether you were raised in a large house or in a tiny apartment, anyone can become addicted to drugs, alcohol or both. For some individuals, exposure to addiction begins at a young age through...
By Mary Huber When I moved into this place, I never imagined it would feel so warm and safe. To be honest, the first few weeks, it scared me. It never looked clean enough. The walls were too white. It was deathly quiet. Four months...
Most people approach new situations with joy, excitement, and anticipation. BRC Recovery took the female residents on an outing this week that was no different. Looking around the art studio, I observed carefree conversations, laughter, and merriment. The excitement for me, however, was short-lived. Waiting...
The Godfather Robe is a tradition that has been passed down through BRC Recovery Men's communities since March 2010. It is a tradition that was started and maintained by residents. The distinction of "The Godfather" of the community, and its accompanying robe, is given...
Just like pieces to a jigsaw puzzle, I take the lessons God presents in my life and connect them to create a cohesive picture. The pieces to my life puzzle this week: -“Triumph of the inner spirit” While sharing his story at BRC Recovery, Mike...
On Saturday, March 9, current residents of BRC Recovery, Alumni, family and proud members of Austin’s Recovery Community gathered at the Mark Houston Hall to hear former Program Director Audrey C. tell her story. My house manager said to me once that you know...
I had a conversation recently with a dear friend about the importance of “not asking why” We agreed that this was one of the biggest lessons we learned from the BRC Recovery experience. I know that when I first arrived, it was hard for...
Big Book purists will say that “90 in 90” is nowhere in the text of Alcoholics Anonymous, but in my path to recovery, I have always gone to a lot of meetings. My reasons have followed the traditional route: being forced to go, feeling...
**The following is a personal story of addiction told by the individual who experienced it. BRC asks that you please be respectful when leaving comments. At the same time, we also welcome and encourage you to share your personal story of addiction and recovery...
**The following is a personal story of addiction told by the individual who experienced it. BRC asks that you please be respectful when leaving comments. At the same time, we also welcome and encourage you to share your personal story of addiction and recovery...
