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COSA Convention CDs

These are recordings from the annual COSA International Conventions. They have not been edited or reviewed for sound quality or content. You may also visit our online store to purchase COSA recordings.

Many of our audio tapes have been corrupted. HELP US RESTORE OUR TAPE LIBRARY! If you have any of the following tapes that are noted as ** Currently Unavailable and are willing to let ISO borrow them to convert them to CD, please contact iso@cosa-recovery.org. In exchange for your help, we'll send you the same recording on CD.

1995 - Ann Arbor

95-1	Coming Home to Yourself - Personal sharing of incest /inner child work.
95-2	Reclaiming Our Senses - Learning to draw from & experience all our senses. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
95-4	To Be or Not To Be - Afraid to be sexual, afraid not to be sexual.
95-5	Forgiveness - How one member learned to forgive and continue to use recovery tools.
95-6	My Recovery - Four years COSA, eight years AA recovery; a pain filled story.
95-7	"COSA Meeting Format" Four states share their meeting procedures and guidelines.
95-8	Sponsorship Procedures & Guidelines: How to sponsor & pick a sponsor.
95-9	Couples in Recovery - Focused recovery individually and as a couple.
95-10	Retreats - Retreat experiences and importance of retreats as part of recovery.
95-13	1995 Convention Welcome, Keynote speakers - May B. & Steve L., as well as the songs & music written by convention participants.
95-14	1995 Saturday Convention Banquet - Doris G. & Marilyn F. A must for your recovery library.
95-15	1995 Sunday Convention Banquet - Maureen O., introduced to her codependency through her son's sexual addiction, stayed with her process of recovery to learn she too was sexually addicted.
95-16	1995 Closing Ceremonies - Speakers Arnold D of SAA & Ila D of COSA

1996 - Minneapolis

96-1	1996 Convention Keynote Speaker - Jennifer S.
96-2	Beginnings of COSA & Ongoing Recovery - Marie B., Jean, Patti & Mary K. tell about the beginnings of COSA, how it grew from living rooms to an international fellowship, and how their programs have changed with time.
96-3	Talking with Family about Sexual Recovery - Mary, MN shares her experiences and thoughts on this topic.
96-4	Couple's Communication - Lake Nokomis couples tell of trying to improve their communication and build a recovery community. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
96-5	Recovery and the Internet - Benefits and potential problems the internet brings to recovery programs. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
96-6	COSA Stories - Kathleen, Dee & Julianna share rich stories of what brought and kept them into the COSA recovery community.
96-7	Celibacy-A Couple's Experience - Ila and Arnold D. share their experiences with celibacy as part of their recovery.
96-8	Pairing Off in the Program - Jeremy shares his thoughts on how and why people in fellowships like COSA & SAA choose each other.
96-9	Finding Support Where No Group Meets - Find out the creative ways Steve-KS, Georgia-NV, & Pris- WV have discovered to work a COSA program without nearby COSA groups. Also Ila D. speaks of long-distance sponsor/sponsoree relationships. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
96-10	Couples in Recovery - Minneapolis couples share their experiences of recovering together.
96-11	1996 Convention Keynote Speaker - Barb C.
96-12	1996 Convention Keynote Speaker - Bill Y.

1997 - Houston

97-1	Courage to Recover After Pain - Sharon G. & Jo Katherine D. share about overcoming obstacles and pursuing dreams after divorce.
97-2	Deep in the Heart - Woman to Woman - Sally B. helps participants embrace co-sex addiction to create the possibility for powerful female friendships. Includes the group activity and discussions. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
97-3	Courage to Be - Using the 12 Steps - Ila D. talks about using the Steps in all areas of life.
97-4	Courage to Follow my Spiritual Path - Barb C. shares her experience and leads a guided meditation.
97-5	Courage to Give It Away So I Can Keep It - Charlotte S. shares about service work and how it affects her recovery.
97-6	Courage to Break the Silence - Robin R. & Marjorie K. tell their COSA stories.
97-7	1997 COSA/SAA Opening Ceremony, Keynote Speakers - Lisa Mc (COSA) & Nan E. (SAA)
97-8	1997 COSA Luncheon, Keynote Speaker - Katy B.
97-9	1997 COSA Closing Ceremony, Keynote Speaker - Robyn M.

1998 - Hampton

98-1	1998 COSA Convention Friday Opening, Keynote Speaker - Kathy D.
98-2	1998 COSA Convention Saturday Banquet, Keynote Speaker - Ila D.
98-3	1998 COSA Convention Sunday Lunch, Keynote Speaker - Rozanne W.
98-4	1998 COSA Convention Monday Brunch, Keynote Speaker - Ruth B.
98-5	Steps 1, 2 & 3 - Burnet O.
98-6	Steps 4 & 5 - Barb C.
98-7	Steps 6 & 7 - Panel Discussion
98-8	Steps 8, 9 & 10 - Panel Discussion
98-9	Steps 11 & 12 - Ila & Jewell ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
98-10	Living Without & Living With a Sex Addict - Bonnie & Bernie
98-11	A Couple's Story - Jan W. & Paul W. talk about 37 years of marriage (including 10 years in recovery)
98-12	Forgiveness - Barb C. shares her experience

1999 - Chicago

99-1	1999 COSA Gathering Personal Story - M.W. shares experience, strength and hope. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.

2002 - San Francisco

02-1	2002 COSA Convention Saturday Banquet - Keynote Speaker - Dan O.

2003 - Portland

03-1	Addiction and Codependency: Two Sides of the Same Coin? - JoAn D. & Eben E. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
03-2	Fear - Name our fears, discuss how to overcome them. - Ila D. & Donna J.
03-3	The 2nd Step in COSA - Mavis H.
03-4	How to Start a COSA Meeting - Charlie E. & Stacy H.
03-5	Food Issues and COSA Recovery - Gayle J. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.

2004 - Dallas

04-1	COSA/SAA Story and Banquet - Gwen W.
04-3	What Are Your Circles: COSA Bottom Lines - Jamie H. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
04-4	Reclaiming our Sacred Sexuality - Margaret C.
04-5	Working with Others: Sponsorship - Julie M.

2005 - New Orleans

05-1	New Orleans Opening Speaker - Randy S.'s COSA Story
05-2	Getting Beyond the Mask: 4th & 5th Steps - Dawn D.
05-3	Support for Double Winners - Carol Ann
05-4	Boundaries - Joanne B.
05-5	Unmasking the Traditions - Beth, Christi and Ila
05-6	Men in COSA: Recovery in Diversity - Joey Z, Randy S, DM S. & JoAn D.
05-7	Co-Sponsorship: Lessons Learned - Kerry M.
05-8	Closing Session: Identifying & Taking Off My Masks - Dawn D. ** Currently Unavailable - Please see bottom of page for more info.
05-9	COSA Speaker for combined banquet - Kerry M

2006 - Indianapolis

06-1	Voices of Growth: Enhance your program with telemeetings - Kerry M & Alessandro
06-2	Closing the Black Holes for Enhanced Healing - Ila D, Jenny E, Joey Z
06-3	For Free, For Fun - Emilah D.
06-4	I Can't. God Can. Drop It In!! - JoAn D
06-5	COSA Speaker for combined banquet - JoAn D.

2007 - Minneapolis

07-1	Opening Session - Ale's COSA Story
07-2	What Does Sobriety Mean To Me? - Kerry M.
07-3	How Will I Know I Am Ready To Sponsor? - Kerry M.
07-4	How To Start & Build a Successful Telemeeting - Kerry M. & Ale
07-5	COSA Speaker for combined banquet - Emilah D.
07-6	Working the Steps in COSA: Boundaries & Accountability - Mavis B.
07-7	Balancing Service and Sobriety - Emilah D.
07-8	Healing & Growing Together: Couples in Recovery - Tyler & Michele
07-9	What My Recovery Means To Me - Deborra S.

2008 - Seattle

08-1	2008 COSA Opening Session - Speaker: Connie P.
08-2	Sponsor/Co-Sponsor Workshop - Panel Moderator: DM S.
08-3	Step 4 & 5 Workshop: Navigating Your Moral Inventory - Alessandro B. & Kerry M.
08-4	Step 6 & 7 Workshop - Panel Moderator: Sue D.
08-5	Step 8 & 9 Workshop: Working Through Forgiveness and Making Amends - Albert A.
08-6	Do Telemeetings Really Work? - Panel Moderators: Alessandro B. & Kerry M.
08-7	The Dictionary as a Recovery Tool - Sarah S.
08-8	COSA/SAA Joint Banquet - COSA Speakers: Ila D. & Gayle D.
08-9	Step 2 & 3 Workshop: Creating Your God Pouch - Presenter: Lura Lisa W.
08-10	Step 8 & 9 Workshop: The Amends Process: How It Works & Feels - Presentation & Questions Presenters: Ila D. & Gayle D.
08-11	2008 Sunday COSA Luncheon - COSA Speaker: Albert A.
08-12	Working a Recovery Program When Your Partner is Not - Panel Moderator: Ruth G.
08-14	Connecting with HP in Every Step - Panel Moderator: Sarah B.
08-15	How to Start a Meeting - Presentation & Questions - Presenter: Kerstin H.
08-16	Step 12 Workshop: Working All the Steps on a Problem - Presenter: Deborra S.
08-17	2008 Closing COSA Brunch - COSA Speaker: Margie S. / Closing Meditation: Joey Z.

2009 - Oakland

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09-1	2009 COSA Opening Session - Eleanor S.'s Story
09-4	Bringing Step 5 Alive in Your Life - Ila D.
09-8	Clarity Begins with Steps 1,2,3 - Connie P. / Renee
09-9	Parents of Teen Sex Addicts: A Challenging New Look at the Three C's - Carol Ann R.
09-10	Recovery Preparedness Kit: Tools for when in a Crisis - Sarah S. & Ami
09-11	Conscious Contact: Steps 3 and 11 - Dani N
09-12	COSA/SAA Joint Banquet COSA Speaker: Eric S.'s COSA Story
09-16	2009 Sunday COSA Luncheon - COSA Speaker: Peg's COSA Story
09-20	2009 Closing COSA Brunch - COSA Speaker: Ann R's COSA Story

2010 - Albuquerque

10-1	2010 COSA Opening Session - Jaime S.'s Story
10-2	First Things First
10-3	Step One: Is the Wording Acceptable to You? - Georgia K.
10-4	The 12th Step at Every Step - Finding a reason to believe - Ann R & Brian K.
10-5	The Circles: How I define my own sobriety by using this tool. - Kerstin H.
10-6	COSA/SAA Joint Banquet - Margo M. and Bob H.'s COSA Story
10-7	COSA Luncheon SPEAKER: Elaine K.'s Story
10-8	Brunch and Closing Ceremony - Reentry Workshop - Carol Ann R.
10-9	Steps 2& 3: An Interactive Experience Workshop - Ann R. M.

2011 - Houston

11-1	COSA/SAA Joint Banquet - Gayle J.'s COSA Story

2012 - Vancouver

12-1	2012 COSA Opening Session - Helene B.'s COSA Story
12-2	Let's Start the Steps - Part 1 - Dani S.
12-3	Writing for Recovery - Claudia M. & Betsy H.
12-4	Safety in Open and Closed COSA meetings - Joey Z.
12-5	More on the Steps - Part 2 - Dani S.
12-6	Sponsors: Allies in Recovery - Lindy T.
12-7	Healthy Boundaries for COSA Service - Kerry M.
12-8	COSA/SAA Joint Banquet COSA Speaker - Claudia M.
12-9	Let's Finish the Steps - Dani S.
12-10	Retreat Planning Made Easier - Shannon T.
12-11	Braking the Shame Spiral - Maritza I. & Mila T.
12-12	Working the Twelve Steps on a Problem - Judith M.
12-13	Enjoying Life through Boundaries - Ila D.
12-14	Fireside chat with COSA Sponsors on the Steps - Kerry M.
12-15	2012 Closing COSA Brunch - COSA Speaker: Linda P.

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