RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34 -- Rendered At Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:52:27 +0000 I am Steve R https://redcircle.com/shows/i-am-steve-r en-US All rights reserved. Genespage.com A podcast about recovery and a life free from substance abuse. 878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34 A podcast about recovery and a life free from substance abuse.

]]> episodic no Genespage.com srobertson@genespage.com no full Remembering Beth L Remembering Beth L Genespage.com My friend Beth Lafferty was murdered. It is a resentment that stays with me.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>My friend Beth Lafferty was murdered. It is a resentment that stays with me.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 3b19cd80-b504-417f-92a7-6a163f017766 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/f5d92229-8796-4d02-a743-6dc5dba5c585 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:02:33 +0000 1563 no full Keep living. There are people you will love that have not been born yet. Keep living. There are people you will love that have not been born yet. Genespage.com Life is long if we let it be. The longer we live, the more people we have to love.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Life is long if we let it be. The longer we live, the more people we have to love.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> b506b7a9-b1ee-4b0d-bcba-edfda94cf960 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/8a7fca70-56d6-4f34-a41d-bd634e6e9ccc Tue, 14 Oct 2025 22:31:20 +0000 1807 no full Dealing with grief and loss in a healthy way. Dealing with grief and loss in a healthy way. Genespage.com No matter how long we stay clean and sober, life still happens to us. How do we handle bad things in life when we are working our hardest to be good people?



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>No matter how long we stay clean and sober, life still happens to us. How do we handle bad things in life when we are working our hardest to be good people?</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> d85232a0-8ca5-485a-88e4-fed933d8a093 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/9d11bdc8-12fb-4ba7-841f-94fcba4ebacc Tue, 26 Jul 2022 15:01:26 +0000 1931 no full Stay on the path Stay on the path Genespage.com There are several ways through the woods, but the paved path will prove to be the best option.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>There are several ways through the woods, but the paved path will prove to be the best option.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 9b9d6703-ffc3-4bf1-904d-06c2e242095a https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/1a2e50d4-5375-43c6-bd1d-3d9128ad7a73 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 04:21:56 +0000 2358 no full The promises of recovery will come true if we work for them. The promises of recovery will come true if we work for them. Genespage.com It has been a while since I have recorded one of these shows. I got back in the groove tonight with some discussion about a rush to service for newcomers, sponsorship and the promises of AA



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>It has been a while since I have recorded one of these shows. I got back in the groove tonight with some discussion about a rush to service for newcomers, sponsorship and the promises of AA</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 4718eacb-dc8a-458c-aeb5-aae97a9f66af https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/c59455d0-c9cd-40f9-ad75-2ad610aa9ac3 Tue, 21 Dec 2021 03:37:29 +0000 2279 no full Step Five: Admitting the exact nature of our wrongs. Step Five: Admitting the exact nature of our wrongs. Genespage.com With our 4th step now complete, it is now time to put that knowledge to work. It is time to admit to God, to ourselves and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.


Who do we tell? How do we decide? What do we do next? All of that and more on today's show.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>With our 4th step now complete, it is now time to put that knowledge to work. It is time to admit to God, to ourselves and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. </p><p><br></p><p>Who do we tell? How do we decide? What do we do next? All of that and more on today&#39;s show.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 16628a58-a793-48cc-84be-02b0d1b3b8de https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/6cfe42ff-a652-40d0-a662-019be91829d3 Thu, 13 May 2021 05:24:57 +0000 2708 no full Step Four: How to conduct a proper fourth step Step Four: How to conduct a proper fourth step Genespage.com The first three steps are basically about establishing a foundation of belief. The fourth step is an action step that can be a stumbling block if not approached in the proper manner. On Today's show, I will guide you through the process toward a deeper understanding of who you are and who you can become.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>The first three steps are basically about establishing a foundation of belief. The fourth step is an action step that can be a stumbling block if not approached in the proper manner. On Today&#39;s show, I will guide you through the process toward a deeper understanding of who you are and who you can become. </p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 103406f0-1409-48e8-8099-6ef7938fbb34 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/63a6eb9a-983d-4914-9939-12706f00a945 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 05:51:45 +0000 3290 no full Step Three: More about the Higher Power concept Step Three: More about the Higher Power concept Genespage.com Those of us who struggle with chemical dependency usually have issues with control. AA teaches us to let go of those things that we try to hold and place. What can be gained by simply letting go?



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Those of us who struggle with chemical dependency usually have issues with control. AA teaches us to let go of those things that we try to hold and place. What can be gained by simply letting go?</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> fce4e503-4216-4a93-8bee-51ed36663a19 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/60ed0725-0c5e-4082-a294-52d2b380db71 Tue, 20 Apr 2021 06:01:21 +0000 2549 no full Step Two: You're not crazy, but you still need help Step Two: You're not crazy, but you still need help Genespage.com Step two can be a stumbling block for many due to their own thoughts and feelings about religion. On today's show, I talk about my own experiences with the higher power concept and admitting that some of my old behavior was absolutely insane.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Step two can be a stumbling block for many due to their own thoughts and feelings about religion. On today&#39;s show, I talk about my own experiences with the higher power concept and admitting that some of my old behavior was absolutely insane. </p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> fc18de1f-58ad-49e8-a43b-09f569b949dd https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/b895cb24-b707-4058-8de3-09dad9b26793 Tue, 06 Apr 2021 21:42:57 +0000 2384 no full Step One: Powerlessness is not weakness Step One: Powerlessness is not weakness Genespage.com I struggled mightily with the first step, because I had a hard time admitting that I was whipped. I did not want to say that something was stronger than me. In time, I learned that I had already given my power away and it was time to take it back.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>I struggled mightily with the first step, because I had a hard time admitting that I was whipped. I did not want to say that something was stronger than me. In time, I learned that I had already given my power away and it was time to take it back.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> e2513e02-8cc6-4522-9b31-084a32a182b0 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/6b5c4737-34b2-4c33-9b29-ae6ea077826d Thu, 04 Mar 2021 07:29:16 +0000 2795 no full Relationships in early recovery Relationships in early recovery Genespage.com When is okay to date again once I get sober? Is it okay to date someone who continues to drink? What if I am married to someone who triggers me to drink? All of that and more on today's show.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>When is okay to date again once I get sober? Is it okay to date someone who continues to drink? What if I am married to someone who triggers me to drink? All of that and more on today&#39;s show.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> d320a34c-0156-4eb8-a6b2-ad939ba9ed8c https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/cde2f986-d725-4ef3-9b8c-f46cdcbcc3f8 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:13:37 +0000 2606 no full Establishing a spiritual connection. Establishing a spiritual connection. Genespage.com When I first got sober, I wasn't ready to have anyone preach to me. I wasn't ready to get back into church, but I still needed a connection with a higher power. What does that mean and why is it important to sobriety?



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>When I first got sober, I wasn&#39;t ready to have anyone preach to me. I wasn&#39;t ready to get back into church, but I still needed a connection with a higher power. What does that mean and why is it important to sobriety?</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 3e9524d4-7751-4065-ad25-25398a0b5b32 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/52de7834-95de-4819-a1a9-d2315c9aded7 Thu, 11 Feb 2021 07:07:39 +0000 2855 no full Changing the circle of influence begins within. Changing the circle of influence begins within. Genespage.com If you are surrounding by dishonest people, it is probably because that is what you attract. What behaviors are we exhibiting that makes people feel it is okay to be dishonest with us?



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>If you are surrounding by dishonest people, it is probably because that is what you attract. What behaviors are we exhibiting that makes people feel it is okay to be dishonest with us?</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> d682d9c4-1406-4d53-a0ae-3528e3b228bc https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/c0ee7b2c-b84e-4d32-8f30-dc43de0fcc78 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 18:36:49 +0000 2405 no full A Me Problem A Me Problem Genespage.com It is easy for addicts and alcoholics to blame others for our shortcoming and misfortunes. Real recovery begins when we admit that we are the source of most of our problems.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>It is easy for addicts and alcoholics to blame others for our shortcoming and misfortunes. Real recovery begins when we admit that we are the source of most of our problems. </p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> f42e820a-b51c-467d-8784-f462aaeed05b https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/f3b164fa-952d-4394-8737-a864fb7e09fe Sun, 27 Dec 2020 16:32:34 +0000 1844 no full Pathology of relapse Pathology of relapse Genespage.com There are some common themes when it comes to relapse. Perhaps the most common is that people stop doing the things that got them clean and sober in the first place.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>There are some common themes when it comes to relapse. Perhaps the most common is that people stop doing the things that got them clean and sober in the first place. </p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> ea97d639-7e11-4d28-b810-13aa182f5632 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/7443d690-6255-4a35-a660-f90be90c8736 Thu, 19 Nov 2020 05:46:01 +0000 2086 no full A life so dishonest A life so dishonest Genespage.com After living a lie for an extended period of time, it takes some time to find the capacity to be honest. It is the most important tenet in recovery.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>After living a lie for an extended period of time, it takes some time to find the capacity to be honest. It is the most important tenet in recovery.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 13b2b56d-3647-4c9f-9b6c-47c38e675ee7 https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/4b6ca63c-0c3c-47d7-ac1c-cdc5c1175ba8 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 01:00:58 +0000 2348 no full A sobering reality A sobering reality Genespage.com The first step towards solving any problem is to first admit there is a problem. On today's show, I talk about my own realizations that I was an alcoholic and a drug addict and the first steps towards addressing the issue.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>The first step towards solving any problem is to first admit there is a problem. On today&#39;s show, I talk about my own realizations that I was an alcoholic and a drug addict and the first steps towards addressing the issue. </p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 4636e56a-7dbf-4ce4-9e95-948f17564c4a https://redcircle.com/shows/878125ff-ed9f-4c80-8fd4-a9a2de89dd34/episodes/bff0a926-4338-475e-8713-48de04e0bfa6 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 17:08:02 +0000 2106 no