Tired of trying to keep your alcohol recovery community engaged and resourceful? These Recommend a Resource templates make it simple to invite members to share helpful articles, tools, or videos they trust. Empower your group with peer-sourced guidance and fresh ideas every week.
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Inviting members to recommend resources taps into the collective experience of your alcohol recovery community. People are much more likely to try a tool, read an article, or watch a video if it comes with a personal endorsement from someone who understands their journey. This type of sharing also builds trust and connection between members, turning passive participants into active contributors.
Psychologically, asking for resource recommendations gives members a chance to be helpful and valued, which can boost their own motivation and sense of belonging. As members see their suggestions appreciated and discussed, it encourages a positive feedback loop where knowledge and support are openly exchanged. This not only enhances engagement but also ensures the community stays up-to-date with the best tools and information available.
Has anyone found a podcast episode on alcohol recovery that really motivated you? Please share.
💡 Example: "Has anyone found a podcast episode on alcohol recovery that really motivated you? Please share."
What is one book that has made a difference in your recovery journey?
💡 Example: "What is one book that has made a difference in your recovery journey?"
Share a meditation or mindfulness app that helps you manage cravings.
💡 Example: "Share a meditation or mindfulness app that helps you manage cravings."
Has anyone come across a helpful article about coping with triggers? Drop the link or title below.
💡 Example: "Has anyone come across a helpful article about coping with triggers? Drop the link or title below."
Recommend a YouTube channel that supports alcohol-free living.
💡 Example: "Recommend a YouTube channel that supports alcohol-free living."
Is there a daily email or newsletter that keeps you inspired in recovery? Share it here.
💡 Example: "Is there a daily email or newsletter that keeps you inspired in recovery? Share it here."
What online support group or forum do you visit regularly for advice?
💡 Example: "What online support group or forum do you visit regularly for advice?"
Share a TED Talk or video that helped you understand addiction or recovery.
💡 Example: "Share a TED Talk or video that helped you understand addiction or recovery."
Do you use any tracking apps for your sobriety? Which one would you recommend and why?
💡 Example: "Do you use any tracking apps for your sobriety? Which one would you recommend and why?"
Drop the name of a local or virtual meeting that has been especially welcoming.
💡 Example: "Drop the name of a local or virtual meeting that has been especially welcoming."
Is there a blog or website you trust for up-to-date alcohol recovery info?
💡 Example: "Is there a blog or website you trust for up-to-date alcohol recovery info?"
Share a quote or mantra you found online that helps you stay focused.
💡 Example: "Share a quote or mantra you found online that helps you stay focused."
What resource do you wish you had found earlier in your recovery?
💡 Example: "What resource do you wish you had found earlier in your recovery?"
Is there a sober influencer or public figure who inspires you? Share their page.
💡 Example: "Is there a sober influencer or public figure who inspires you? Share their page."
Have you found a helpful worksheet or self-reflection tool online? Please share.
💡 Example: "Have you found a helpful worksheet or self-reflection tool online? Please share."
Which mobile app keeps you accountable on tough days?
💡 Example: "Which mobile app keeps you accountable on tough days?"
Can you recommend a guided meditation or relaxation video for stressful moments?
💡 Example: "Can you recommend a guided meditation or relaxation video for stressful moments?"
Share a resource that has helped your friends or family understand your recovery.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that has helped your friends or family understand your recovery."
What online event or webinar about alcohol recovery have you found valuable?
💡 Example: "What online event or webinar about alcohol recovery have you found valuable?"
Is there a printable checklist or planner you use to stay organized? Share a link.
💡 Example: "Is there a printable checklist or planner you use to stay organized? Share a link."
Has any recovery-related Instagram account inspired you? Tag them below.
💡 Example: "Has any recovery-related Instagram account inspired you? Tag them below."
What is your go-to resource for learning about sober living skills?
💡 Example: "What is your go-to resource for learning about sober living skills?"
Share a story or article that gave you hope during recovery.
💡 Example: "Share a story or article that gave you hope during recovery."
Have you found a helpful playlist or music channel for calming anxiety? Share it.
💡 Example: "Have you found a helpful playlist or music channel for calming anxiety? Share it."
What resource helps you celebrate your sober milestones?
💡 Example: "What resource helps you celebrate your sober milestones?"
Can you recommend a resource for alcohol-free recipes or mocktails?
💡 Example: "Can you recommend a resource for alcohol-free recipes or mocktails?"
Is there a local organization or hotline you trust for support? Share details.
💡 Example: "Is there a local organization or hotline you trust for support? Share details."
Share a resource that helps you set healthy boundaries in recovery.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that helps you set healthy boundaries in recovery."
What resource would you recommend to someone just starting their recovery journey?
💡 Example: "What resource would you recommend to someone just starting their recovery journey?"
Have you joined any helpful Facebook or Discord groups? Tell us about them.
💡 Example: "Have you joined any helpful Facebook or Discord groups? Tell us about them."
Is there a workbook or journal you use to track your progress? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "Is there a workbook or journal you use to track your progress? Share your experience."
What is the best recovery-related email course or challenge you have tried?
💡 Example: "What is the best recovery-related email course or challenge you have tried?"
Share a resource that helps you explain sobriety to coworkers or friends.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that helps you explain sobriety to coworkers or friends."
Is there a resource for dealing with relapse that you have found supportive?
💡 Example: "Is there a resource for dealing with relapse that you have found supportive?"
What resource do you turn to for daily affirmations or positive self-talk?
💡 Example: "What resource do you turn to for daily affirmations or positive self-talk?"
Share a free online course or webinar about addiction recovery you recommend.
💡 Example: "Share a free online course or webinar about addiction recovery you recommend."
What resource helps you stay alcohol-free during holidays or social gatherings?
💡 Example: "What resource helps you stay alcohol-free during holidays or social gatherings?"
Have you found a helpful infographic or visual guide about recovery? Share it here.
💡 Example: "Have you found a helpful infographic or visual guide about recovery? Share it here."
Which resource do you revisit often when you need encouragement?
💡 Example: "Which resource do you revisit often when you need encouragement?"
Share a favorite recovery quote or story you discovered online.
💡 Example: "Share a favorite recovery quote or story you discovered online."
What resource would you recommend for learning about the science of addiction?
💡 Example: "What resource would you recommend for learning about the science of addiction?"
Is there a community resource that helps you stay active or connected offline?
💡 Example: "Is there a community resource that helps you stay active or connected offline?"
To get the most from these templates, post them regularly and at times when your community is most active. Consider featuring member-recommended resources in a weekly spotlight or pinning popular suggestions for easy access. Encourage members to share links, personal stories of how they use the resource, or what impact it has made. Always thank contributors and follow up with questions to spark further discussion.
These templates are designed for all platforms. Adapt them to fit your format, such as using polls, threads, or direct messages. Visual platforms may benefit from linking images or videos with resource posts, while forums can use sticky threads to collect ongoing recommendations.
When recommending resources, prioritize those endorsed by reputable organizations such as SAMHSA, NIAAA, or local addiction recovery centers. Avoid sources that promote moderation management or unverified alternative therapies unless your group specifically focuses on those approaches. Always verify that resources use evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), or 12-step facilitation.
Yes, it's beneficial to categorize your recommended resources by recovery stages. For example, share crisis helplines, detox support, or withdrawal management tools for newcomers, while suggesting relapse prevention apps, sober social networks, or ongoing therapy directories for those further along. This improves relevance and engagement by meeting members where they are in their recovery journey.
Absolutely. Many individuals in alcohol recovery experience co-occurring mental health conditions. When creating 'Recommend a Resource' posts, highlight resources that integrate dual-diagnosis support, such as mental health hotlines, trauma-informed therapists, or support groups like Dual Recovery Anonymous. Always clearly state the scope of each resource to avoid confusion.
When suggesting potentially triggering materials, always include clear content warnings and a brief summary so members can make informed choices. Consider creating a separate post or section for sensitive resources and encourage members to reach out to their sponsors or counselors before engaging with challenging content.
Prompt members to recommend resources they've personally found helpful, especially those specific to certain regions, languages, or communities such as LGBTQ+ or Indigenous groups. Use template prompts like 'Share your favorite local AA meeting' or 'Recommend a culturally specific support group' to foster inclusion and peer-to-peer support.
Acknowledge the unique challenges faced by rural or isolated members by including a mix of telehealth options, virtual meetings (like SMART Recovery Online or AA Online Intergroup), and mobile sobriety apps. When possible, provide tips for accessing local services, such as transportation assistance or regional helplines, to ensure everyone has access to support regardless of location.
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