Grow - Program Resources and Discussions
Selection of Grow Program Resources for new Organisers, Program workers and interested volunteer Grow leaders and members. Includes episodes on how to effectively run group meetings with all the elements and ingredients. Also includes interviews with staff and members and others regarding their participation and recovery journey through Grow its leadership model, roles and programs
Episodes
Hosts Dave and Daryl share Grow news and updates in this festive episode: holiday group opening dates and online options, highlights from the 2024–25 member survey (including a 76% reduction in suicidal thoughts), the new Blue Book and updated group method card, and a big thank-you to volunteers and staff. They encourage members to stay connected over Christmas, explain where to find resources, and invite listeners to send local ne...
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss recent community weekend activities like box car races and frisbee golf. They cover branch conferences, the role of branch program teams, and explain the two editions of the new Blue Book—one with faith-based alternative wording to preserve tradition.
The episode also notes staff farewells, training resources, and guidance on group meetings over the Christmas period, with links for listeners to contact ...
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss updates to Grow’s literature and language, practical ways to tackle group problems, and upcoming episodes about working in correctional facilities.
They also share a new personal testimony from Susie, encourage group leaders to use these conversations in meetings, and invite listener feedback and contact.
Welcome to Grow's program training and resource podcast, hosted by Daryl and Dave. In this episode, we dive into the concept of group problems and how to effectively address them within your Grow group. Daryl and Dave discuss the importance of bringing up issues during meetings, the role of the group method card, and the benefits of solving problems at the group level.
Learn how to identify common group problems, such as starting m...
Welcome to Grow's program training and resource podcast, hosted by Daryl and Dave. In this episode, they delve into the evolution of language within Grow's 12-step program, highlighting key changes and the rationale behind them. Learn about the history and updates to terms such as "inadequacy," "maladjustment," and "personal disorder," and how these reflect Grow's commitment to inclusivity and clarity.
Daryl and Dave discuss the im...
Hosts Dave and Daryl share community updates from the GROW network, including a South Australian community weekend, rising podcast downloads, and new groups starting up.
They reconnect with legend Helen Shaw and preview the re-release of Joanie’s Story — a powerful recovery tale of schizophrenia and the role of GROW in her healing.
The episode also covers practical reminders about Christmas meeting arrangements, upcoming group elec...
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss recent Grow updates: a national strategy meeting with the program team, the new Blue Book and updated group method, a proposed review of the Yellow Book, highlights from the Grow New Zealand AGM, leadership transitions and a farewell to long-time member Teena, plus upcoming rollout plans and a special guest feature.
In episode five of the 2Ds Grow podcast, hosts Dave and Daryl discuss the launch of the revised and expanded Blue Book, share feedback and distribution updates, and highlight Mental Health Month events and local community activities across Australia and New Zealand.
They talk about the importance of group connection, the program’s lived-experience wisdom, upcoming meetings and conferences, and how listeners can access and promote t...
Hosts Dave and Daryl share a brief weekly update on Grow: new Blue Book and training manual updates, group method housekeeping for online meetings, the importance of 12‑step outreach, and the launch of a new online Rainbow group for the LGBTQA+ community.
They also mention an invite to the Grow New Zealand conference and remind listeners how to find groups or get in touch via the Grow website, rainbow@grow.org.au or davemaca@hotmai...
Hosts Dave and Daryl catch up on recent activity for the Grow community: platform releases (now on Apple Podcasts and other apps), e‑groups via Zoom, short courses like Get Growing and Growing Resilience, and the upcoming Blue Book rollout.
They also discuss planning organiser and recorder elections, explain what a ‘passenger’ means in Grow meetings, and share practical tips and resources for local groups and listeners.
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss the latest Grow updates: the forthcoming Blue Book and updated group method rollout, digital releases like Growing to Recovery Vol. 2 on Kindle, and highlights from the annual member survey showing the program's strong impact.
They also cover reconciliation planning, Territory pilot programs with Defence personnel, shorter Growing Resilience courses, and invite listener questions for future episodes.
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss their recent community weekend in Coffs Harbour, updates on the Grow Blue Book and group methods, upcoming community events, and invite listeners to submit questions and local Grow news.
In this episode Daryl and Dave explain why progress reports are a vital part of GROW group meetings, showing how tracking small practical tasks and peer follow-up turns short-term coping into long-term growth.
They outline leadership tips for encouraging meaningful reports, connecting tasks to the five foundations of maturity and vital needs, and how group affirmation and accountability build hope and sustained recovery.
This episode explains the GROW group problems section: why bringing issues to the group matters, how to discuss and resolve them together, and when to escalate to Organisers & Recorders (O&R) or program workers.
Hosts Daryl and Dave give practical examples (late starts, confidentiality, venue, membership and leadership concerns), show how to create a practical task and part of the program to support change, and encourage le...
Explore the essence of leadership within the GROW program. Join us for an engaging discussion on how leadership in GROW is more about function than position, and how self-activation through mutual help can inspire personal growth and recovery.
Discover real-life examples of leadership in action. Learn how members of GROW groups share progress reports, chair meetings, and provide support through their own experiences, fostering an e...
Welcome to this episode of GROW's training and resource podcast, where hosts Darryl and Dave explore the essential topic of leadership transition within GROW groups. Drawing on years of experience, Dave shares insights into the importance of stepping into leadership roles and nurturing new leaders within the community.
The episode delves into the significance of a dynamic leadership structure in GROW, emphasizing the policy of rota...
Welcome to this insightful episode of GROW's program training and resource podcast, where hosts Darryl and Dave are joined by a special guest, Teena, a seasoned GROW program worker. This episode delves into the vital role of a group organiser in the mental health recovery community, offering a unique perspective from someone who has journeyed through the GROW program from participant to leader.
Throughout the discussion, Teena shar...
Join us in this insightful episode as we welcome back Dave McLaughlin, a seasoned grower and esteemed member of our organization, to delve into the foundational principles of mental health recovery. Drawing from his vast experience and personal journey, Dave shares invaluable insights into the basics of the Grow program, aimed at fostering personal growth and recovery.
The episode takes a reflective step back to explore the early p...
Welcome to the latest episode of GROW's program training and resource podcast. Join hosts Daryl and Dave as they delve into the intricacies of managing GROW groups, focusing on the often-confusing aspects of opening, closing, and recessing these groups. With a blend of in-person and online meetings, the discussion highlights the importance of collaborative decision-making and the role of leadership in maintaining effective GROW gro...
Welcome to the latest episode of Grow's program training and resource podcast, hosted by Daryl and Dave. In this episode, we delve into the significance of leadership roles within the Grow community. As a largely volunteer-driven organization, Grow relies on members stepping up to various roles to keep the group dynamic and supportive.
Daryl and Dave discuss the importance of roles such as the organizer and recorder, highlighting h...
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