Recovery International

Recovery International Recovery International gives people the tools to lead more peaceful and productive lives using peer Thus evolved the peer-led self-help model we know today.

The mission of Recovery International is to to help individuals gain skills to lead more peaceful and productive lives. Recovery was founded in 1937 by neuropsychiatrist Dr. Abraham Low and his patients who sought to re-enter society after hospitalization, to talk about their conditions, and to eliminate the stigma of mental illness. The group was originally called “The Association of Nervous and Former Mental Patients.” After one of their members was evicted from his rooming house because he received a letter with the Association’s return address, they decided to change the name to Recovery. The Recovery method wasn’t invented overnight—it was the result of more than 25 years of cognitive behavioral work. As the organization grew, Dr. Low realized that he needed to train others in his methods. Because he knew how overworked and understaffed many psychiatric hospitals were, he also realized the need to develop a consistent approach that could be replicated by nonprofessionals. When Dr. Low died in 1954, his widow, daughters and thousands of former patients ensured that his work continued. As the organization grew and expanded across the country and abroad, the name was changed to Recovery International.

01/26/2026

Recovery International member, Emily, shares her testimonial on the Recovery Method.

01/26/2026

What brought you to Recovery?
How has it benefited you?

"We are interested in that temper that the patient develops and that has duration, usually for years, or months. And if ...
01/26/2026

"We are interested in that temper that the patient develops and that has duration, usually for years, or months. And if that has duration, that means that the patient has developed a habit, a deep-seated habit, of constantly worrying and constantly being disgusted with himself. And such a habit of long standing develops strength. That habit becomes deeply rooted in the patient's temperament. And that habit…is easily aroused. And the more it is aroused, the more it gains strength, the deeper it roots itself into the ground. A habit of this kind will take a long time to be uprooted by the doctor who treats you."

Manage Your Fears Manage Your Anger, pg. 39

01/24/2026

Your Moment of Peace

01/24/2026
An article published in Psychology Today (https://bit.ly/4pJ9j6j) reveals that recent research points to self-monitoring...
01/23/2026

An article published in Psychology Today (https://bit.ly/4pJ9j6j) reveals that recent research points to self-monitoring as an important component to the success of reaching your goals. The Spot Your Progress journal provides an easy way to establish those action steps, a weekly plan, and the ability to monitor "part acts." This accountability journal also includes spots from Dr. Low's teachings to encourage you and keep you motivated. The book is available for $10 on Amazon or through the RI office in Oak Brook by calling (312) 337-5661.)

Book Club SessionFireside Chatbrought to you by davesdeCafe.Sunday, January 25, 20265pm Eastern timeTopic: Introduction ...
01/22/2026

Book Club Session
Fireside Chat
brought to you by davesdeCafe.
Sunday, January 25, 2026
5pm Eastern time
Topic: Introduction to Averageness

You are invited to a cozy ZOOM FIRESIDE CHAT. Join us as we reflect on what we discussed and learned in 2025 in both our Podcasts and Book Club Sessions. Just in case you missed any of the podcasts or book club sessions, this will be a great time to catch up!! AND a VERY SPECIAL introduction and SNEAK PREVIEW of 2026 on the topic of AVERAGENESS.

You will be sent an email invite with all the details, so watch your inbox! If you haven’t signed up for ANY book club sessions sign up here: https://bit.ly/3LGQYJ3 book-club otherwise you are already on the list.

The Recovery ReporterSpring Issue is UnderwayDeadline to submit: February 23rdIt's hard to believe spring is just around...
01/21/2026

The Recovery Reporter
Spring Issue is Underway
Deadline to submit: February 23rd

It's hard to believe spring is just around the corner. We are seeking your stories of hope, examples and testimonials of how the Recovery Method has helped you for this issue. We also welcome Area and Group meeting news and outreach events (with photos) from the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, Ireland and India.

Note: If you are submitting group photos, please ensure permission for publishing is given by everyone in the photo. It is the submitter's responsibility to get permission.

Submissions may be edited for length, and we may not be able to use every story due to space constraints, but we want to hear from you! Send via e-mail to: editor@ recoveryinternational.org or mail to the main office in Oak Brook: Recovery International, 1415 W. 22nd St., Tower Floor, Oak Brook, IL, 60523. Thank you!

Zoom Updates - visit https://bit.ly/3YIEUKo to learn more.Some meeting participants have reported trouble getting into t...
01/20/2026

Zoom Updates - visit https://bit.ly/3YIEUKo to learn more.

Some meeting participants have reported trouble getting into the RI Zoom meetings. This is a reminder to make sure you have the latest version of Zoom downloaded on your computer.

If you use a smartphone or tablet, make sure your operating system is up to date and your Zoom app updates are installed.

iPhones should be updated to operating system 15 or later.
Android phones should be updated to operating systems 9.0 (Pie) or later.

If your computer runs on a Windows system, please note that the Zoom Workplace app only runs on 64-bit Windows systems. It ended its support of 32-bit Windows systems in December 2025.

01/20/2026

Your moment of peace

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Oak Brook, IL
60523

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