🟡 EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY – THE NEXT FRONTIER

Service Team:
*Starting July 2nd (Shari), ending December 31st, 2025.*

• *Hosts:* Shari (female host) with Tammy as backup

•  Sean (male host) with Duncan as backup

• *Greeters:* Jane and Yvonne (Yvonne as backup)

• *Security Monitors:* Despina and Tammy (Tammy as backup)

• *Screen Share:* Bob

• *Chat Moderator:* Sharon (Jane and Teri as backups)

• *Timekeepers:* Jane and Nancy (Nancy as backup)

• *Preamble Reader:* Amy 

• *Technical Support:* Pooja (slides and YouTube editing) 

HOST SCRIPT

FULL HOST SCRIPT (Revised 6/26/25)

I. PRE-MEETING (15 MINUTES BEFORE START)

HOST INSTRUCTION: All service members join Zoom 15 minutes early. Complete the checklist below.

• Co-host everyone doing service

• Confirm greeter is present

• Confirm screen-sharing co-host

• Confirm timekeeper

• Confirm chat co-host

• Confirm security co-host

• Confirm Preamble reader

• Ask a member to read opening reflection

II. AT EXACTLY 29 MINUTES PAST THE HOUR

HOST INSTRUCTION: Say aloud the following.

“We will now take one minute of silent time before beginning.”

HOST INSTRUCTION: During this minute...

• Mute all participants

• Disable "Unmute Themselves" setting

• Be prepared to send "Ask to Unmute" messages to readers and those sharing

III. AT EXACTLY 30 MINUTES PAST – OPEN MEETING ON TIME

HOST INSTRUCTION: Introduce yourself in your own words. Then say:

“We open the meeting with the Set-Aside Reflection, which will be read by (Name).”

SET-ASIDE REFLECTION

“Today, may I set aside what I think I know about recovery, about myself, about powers greater than myself, and about others. As I make room for new ways of understanding, help me to see things with clarity, just as they are, and stay willing to learn with an open heart and mind.”

IV. HOST READS INTRO

“Our meeting is based on readings from various related sources.”

“Each week we will read one excerpt from the book, followed by open sharing from the group based on the reading.”

“On the 4th Wednesday of the month a member of the group will share their experience, strength and hope focusing on their journey in emotional sobriety for 15 minutes followed by open discussion. When there is a 5th Wednesday in the month we have a special guest speaker.”

“This is not an AA meeting, nor is it affiliated with any specific 12 Step Program, but is rather a discussion of emotional sobriety open to all who are interested. We’re glad you are here, you are a member of our group if you say you are!”

“We have no dues or fees to attend our meetings, but should you wish to donate towards our expenses a donation link will be available in the chat.”

V. NEXT: WELCOME NEWCOMERS

HOST INSTRUCTION: Invite newcomers.

“If you are new in recovery or new to our group and would like to introduce yourself you are invited to do so by raising your virtual hand so we may welcome you?”

AFTER INTRODUCTIONS

“Should you wish to connect with other members please stay around after the meeting for fellowship, we leave the Zoom open for at least 15 minutes afterwards.”

VI. NEXT: INTRODUCE PREAMBLE READER

HOST INSTRUCTION: Say the following.

“[NAME] will read our preamble.”

VII. AFTER THE PREAMBLE READING

HOST INSTRUCTION: Depending on the Wednesday, proceed accordingly.

FIRST THREE WEDNESDAYS:

“The chapter of the book we are reading will now be screen-shared by _____________.”
“And a copy will also be in the chat.”
“Today we are reading from — name the book and author of the reading.”
“Ask for volunteers to read one slide each.”

4TH AND 5TH WEDNESDAYS:

Introduce the speaker.

VIII. AFTER THE READING OR SPEAKER ANNOUNCE:

“We will now take three minutes of silence in any form of meditation, prayer or personal reflection you wish, followed by our discussion.”

HOST INSTRUCTION: Ask timekeeper to display 3-minute announcement on screen.

IX. AFTER 3 MINUTES ANNOUNCE:

“✨ This is a supportive space where we share our experiences, listen with care, and honor each other's healing journeys. We speak from personal experience using "I" statements like ‘I feel’ or ‘I've been noticing’—keeping the focus on our own growth. To help everyone feel safe and heard, we avoid giving advice or responding directly to others' shares. While we don’t make rules about language we ask that you be mindful that we're all healing together—‘love and tolerance of others is our code.’ It's okay to take a break, message a host if needed, or stay after for support. We're glad you're here. ❤️”

“Our meeting is now open for sharing on the reading, or anything you wish to share regarding your recovery journey and emotional sobriety.”

“Our timekeeper today is ___________.”

“PLEASE LIMIT SHARES TO 3 MINUTES, and we ask that you PLEASE HAVE YOUR CAMERA ON FOR SHARING, thank you!”

HOST INSTRUCTION: After each share, simply say: “Thank you, [Name]” and move directly to the next sharer. Do not comment or reflect back.

X. WITH 5 MINUTES TO GO

“Thank you, that’s all we have time for, but we will leave the Zoom open for around 15 minutes afterwards should you wish to stay and share some more or chat with other members.”

XI. DO WE HAVE ANY GROUP RELATED ANNOUNCEMENTS?

HOST INSTRUCTION: Invite announcements from participants.

XII. FINAL THANK YOUS

“I would like to thank all those who made today’s meeting possible as co-hosts, readers, and a big thank you to all who shared, and everyone for joining us today.”

XIII. CLOSING PRAYER

“We will now end with the Serenity Prayer, and you may unmute for this if you wish.”

XIV. IF HOST IS UNABLE TO STAY ON

“NOW TURN THE HOST OVER TO A FELLOWSHIP CO-HOST IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO STAY ON.”

WELL DONE! 💛

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