Men’s Recovery Meetings

Meeting Guidelines (we ask that you agree to abide by these guidelines before we share meeting locations)

1. We offer a safe place to be honest and to share your feelings. Feelings aren’t always accurate, but still need to be expressed as part of the healing and recovery process.


2. We invite and encourage everyone to share during check-in and discussion times, but sharing is not required. We limit ourselves to a few minutes to allow time for others. Also, we try to keep our comments personal, using “I” or “me” statements.


3. We do not speak when another person is speaking, or offer unsolicited advice, input, or suggestions. If we want to give feedback, we first ask permission and if it is given we share our input outside of the meeting time. We do not correct or “fix” anything another person shares, even if we disagree with it.


4. We respect the group by being fully engaged and present, and we demonstrate this respect by not using our phones in the meeting (unless phone use is for access to virtual meetings).


5. We avoid graphic sexual language or descriptions of behavior, both during and outside our meetings. If we are triggered by what someone shares or feel it is inappropriate, we indicate this by raising our hand or speaking up. The safety of the group must be protected, and sexual dialogue or contact will not be tolerated.


6. We protect the confidentiality of each person here. We do not reveal the identity or any personal information about another group member to anyone. What is said in the meeting stays in the meeting. There is an exception to this rule. If someone discloses threatening or harmful feelings or actions toward himself or other people, we will take necessary action to ensure safety.