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 04, 2026 |
When is a secret not a secret? |
| Page 226 |
| "Addicts tend to live secret lives...It is a great relief to get rid of all our secrets and to share the burden of our past." |
| Basic Text, p. 33 |
| We've heard it said that "we're as sick as our secrets." What do we keep secret, and why? We keep secret those things that cause us shame. We may hold onto such things because we don't want to surrender them. Yet if they're causing us shame, wouldn't we live more easily with ourselves if we were rid of them? Some of us hold onto the things that cause us shame for another reason. It's not that we don't want to be rid of them; we just don't believe we can be rid of them. They've plagued us for so long, and we've tried so many times to rid ourselves of them, that we've stopped hoping for relief. Yet still they shame us, and still we keep them secret. We need to remember who we are: recovering addicts. We who tried so long to keep our drug use a secret have found freedom from the obsession and compulsion to use. Though many of us enjoyed using right to the end, we sought recovery anyway. We just couldn't stand the toll our using was taking on us. When we admitted our powerlessness and sought help from others, the burden of our secret was lifted from us. The same principle applies to whatever secrets may burden us. Yes, we're as sick as our secrets. Only when our secrets stop being secret can we begin to find relief from those things that cause us shame. |
| Just for Today: My secrets can make me sick only as long as they stay secret. Today, I will talk with my sponsor about my secrets. |
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.