Welcome to
Recovery Underground
A safe, anonymous, and continuous support space hosting 3 live Narcotics Anonymous meetings every single day. Connect with peers, share your journey, and build strong recovery on your terms.
Daily NA Meeting Schedule
Three opportunities every day to gather, share, and stay grounded.
Morning Reflection
Start your day grounded with focus readings, daily reflections, and open floor discussion to set your intention.
Midday Check-In
A mid-day reset designed to help you process daily stressors, stay accountable, and re-anchor your recovery.
Nightly Discussion
Unwind and process the day with open discussion, topic studies, and supportive fellowship with peers.
Just For Today
Daily reflection and grounding for your recovery journey.
August 11, 2026 |
Active listening |
| Page 233 |
| "Through active listening, we hear things that work for us." |
| Basic Text, pp. 106-107 |
| Most of us arrived in Narcotics Anonymous with a very poor ability to listen. But to take full advantage of "the therapeutic value of one addict helping another," we must learn to listen actively. What is active listening for us? In meetings, it means we concentrate on what the speaker is sharing, while the speaker is sharing. We set aside our own thoughts and opinions until the meeting is over. That's when we sort through what we've heard to decide which ideas we want to use and which we want to explore further. We can apply our active listening skills in sponsorship, too. Newcomers often talk with us about some "major event" in their lives. While such events may not seem significant to us, they are to the newcomer who has little experience living life on life's terms. Our active listening helps us empathize with the feelings such events trigger in our sponsee's life. With that understanding, we have a better idea of what to share with them. The ability to listen actively was unknown to us in the isolation of our addiction. Today, this ability helps us actively engage with our recovery. Through active listening, we receive everything being offered us in NA, and we share fully with others the love and care we've been given. |
| Just for Today: I will strive to be an active listener. I will practice active listening when others share and when I share with others. |
What We Offer
Building recovery through community and mutual support.
12-Step Fellowship
Open discussions focused on NA literature, step work, key principles, and real-world application.
24/7 Text Support
Around-the-clock text channels to connect, talk through cravings, or ask for support whenever you need it.
Anonymity
Guided by 12-Step traditions of anonymity, our platform provides a secure, confidential environment where every path to recovery is respected.
About Recovery Underground
Recovery Underground is a peer-led online community dedicated to carrying the message of recovery to the addict who still suffers. By providing accessible daily NA meetings and continuous fellowship, we ensure no one has to walk the path of recovery alone—regardless of location or schedule.
Ready to Join a Meeting?
Our community lives on Discord. Join now to participate in our 3 daily live meetings, access 24/7 support channels, and connect with peers in recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before joining a meeting.
Is there any cost to attend meetings?
No. In keeping with NA tradition, there are no dues or fees for membership. Our meetings are 100% free and open to anyone with a desire to stop using.
Do I have to speak or turn on my microphone?
Not at all. You are welcome to listen in quietly until you feel comfortable sharing. Participation is always at your own pace.
How do I join the meeting server?
You can join directly through our Discord server link. Once inside, you'll find the main stage channels for voice meetings and dedicated channels for text chat.