# Inspirations from Hazelden — Recovery Meditations

> Daily recovery meditations and readings from best-selling books. (iPhone/iPad app by BookMobile.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inspirations-from-hazelden/id638867877 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BookMobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/389029537)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Books
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 2,770 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-04-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inspirations-from-hazelden/id638867877/reviews.md

## What is Inspirations from Hazelden?

Messages of encouragement from Hazelden Publishing’s best-selling books and apps!

‘Inspirations’ is a collection of daily readings to inspire and encourage you on your recovery journey. You’ll find wisdom and advice from beloved recovery mainstays like ‘Twenty-Four Hours a Day,’ ‘The Language of Letting Go,’ ‘Touchstones,’ and ‘The Little Red Book,’ as well as newer titles like ‘Leave No One Behind,’ ‘Tending Dandelions,’ and ‘The 12 Step Prayer Book.’ A different excerpt will be featured each day to read, reflect on, and carry with you wherever you go.

Certain readings in this app may address specific populations, but the themes are universal. Whether you are recovering from an addiction to alcohol, other drugs, overeating, codependency, spending, or something else, you will find words of help, comfort, support, and insight.

Themes of the readings include spirituality, the Twelve Steps, forgiveness, compromise, reflection, facing fears, sponsors/sponsorship, confidence, powerlessness, and many others. Handy reference lists of the Twelve Steps of AA and the Twelve Traditions of AA are also included. 

Choose a time for a daily notification reminding you to read, reflect, and meditate on that day’s reading and on your recovery. Open the app anytime you need to refocus. Share the readings with others by text or email.

No subscription is required.

Features:
PRESS the “Today” button to access today’s reading.
SWIPE forward or back to easily access more daily readings.
SHARE the readings with friends by email or text.
BOOKMARK your favorite readings (press the star in the upper right-hand corner) and easily return to them (press the star in the bottom toolbar).
SEARCH all readings by keyword.
RECEIVE a notification every day to remind you to read the daily message.
JUMP to a specific reading using the “Contents” button.
SET your font size using your device settings.
CHOOSE between light or dark mode.

## Key features

- Daily readings
- Bookmarking favorites
- Searchable content
- Daily notifications
- Share readings
- Light/dark mode

## What do users think of Inspirations from Hazelden?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💡 Great way to explore Hazelden's publications
- 👍 Super helpful in guiding the day, covers all 12 steps
- 👍 Amazing selections, easy to save and share
- 👍 Inspirational and motivating
- 👍 Part of daily self-care routine
- 👍 Relevant and powerful messages for any stage of life
- 👍 Varied and poignant messages from multiple sources
- 👍 Uplifting and refreshing
- 👍 Simplifies the course of the day
- 👍 Relatable and relevant topics
- 👍 Wonderful, convenient recovery resource
- 👍 Excellent motivation for sobriety
- 👍 Insight and wisdom for the journey
- 👍 Adds to daily readings and connects with higher power
- 👍 Wonderful addition to morning spiritual routine

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashing issues
- 🐛 Boots user out of the app constantly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashing
- Same reading displayed every day

**Most requested features**

- Daily notifications and reminders
- Ability to copy/paste readings into other apps

## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inspirations-from-hazelden/id638867877/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great way to meet their books.

*2025-12-15, version 2.2.0*

I find the app a great way to explore Hazelden's publications.

### 5/5 — The best

*2025-07-29, version 2.2.0*

Super helpful in help guiding  my day and I love that's its from all 12 step! Not just one

### 5/5 — Absolutely love this one and it’s free take a look

*2025-06-11*

There are inspirational apps on the App Store, but none can run or equal the power of Hazelden FREE

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-01-18, version 2.0.1*

Amazing selections, so easy to star to save, and also very easy to share

### 5/5 — Inspirational

*2024-11-30*

I have had this app or emailed for 20 years. It seems like it is always spot on, and it has so many different varieties of books and meditations I thank all the authors that have put the effort into inspiring each and every one of us.

### 5/5 — My morning supplement.

*2024-09-19*

One of first things I turn to every morning for my prayer/meditation time and cup of coffee.

### 5/5 — Daily hope

*2024-09-19*

Great reminders of the reason for recovery, from multiple perspectives.

### 4/5 — App CRASHING!!

*2024-08-07*

I love this app always and have never had problems with it ever and love the daily reminders telling me to read it but unfortunately when I went to open it today it crashed and keeps crashing every time. 😲😞

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! Please send us an email if this issue has continued to persist: appsupport@bookmobile.com.

### 5/5 — Very up lifting

*2024-06-16*

This has been very uplifting, I wake up every morning with hope of reading something that is going to motivate me to have a positive day. It has even helped me to see things in a positive light. It my daily motivation

### 5/5 — Part of my routine daily routine❤️🙏✨

*2024-06-05*

This is a great add on to my daily self care regime of readings, gratitude and meditation. Thank you🙏

## Frequently asked questions about Inspirations from Hazelden

### What does the Inspirations from Hazelden app do?

This app provides daily readings and meditations designed to inspire and encourage individuals on their recovery journey. It features wisdom from best-selling recovery books, covering universal themes relevant to various forms of addiction and codependency.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include accessing a new daily reading, swiping through past readings, bookmarking favorite messages, searching all readings by keyword, and receiving daily notifications. Users can also share readings via text or email and customize their viewing experience with light/dark modes and adjustable font sizes.

### Is there a cost or subscription for this app?

No, there is no subscription required to use the Inspirations from Hazelden app. The app is available for free, offering all its daily readings and features without any ongoing charges.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

The app is intended for anyone on a recovery journey, whether from alcohol, drug addiction, overeating, codependency, or other challenges. It offers support, comfort, and insight through daily messages of encouragement.

### Can I use this app for specific recovery programs?

While the readings address universal themes of recovery, including spirituality and the Twelve Steps, they are not tied to a specific program. The app includes reference lists for the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of AA, making it a helpful companion for those in recovery.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.1 — 2026-02-18

• Bug fixes.

### 2.2.0 — 2025-05-29

• Bug fixes.

### 2.0.1 — 2024-09-18

• Bug fixes.

### 2.0.0 — 2022-09-28

• Updated look and feel.
• Daily notifications now available. Set the arrival time within the app.
• Dark mode option.           
• Revised content for some readings and added several new readings.
• Compliant with accessibility features such as screen readers.
• Dynamic text for improved accessibility.

### 1.0.11 — 2022-03-04

• Bug fixes and 3 new readings

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