★ ABOUT ★
Inspired by the morning meditation found in the Big Book, this striking desert landscape design serves as a reminder to begin each day with intention and gratitude.
Featuring a bold retro-style illustration with towering canyon walls, towering cacti, and a bright rising sun, the design is paired with the words, “On Awakening — Let us think about the twenty-four hours ahead.” Warm oranges, soft cream tones, and vintage Western details create a peaceful sense of hope and possibility with every cup of coffee.
★ DETAILS ★
• Premium ceramic with a high-gloss ORCA coating for crisp, long-lasting color
• Sizes: 11 oz, 15 oz, and 20 oz
• Color: White
• Full-wrap printed design
• Microwave and dishwasher safe
• Comfortable C-handle; great for hot or cold drinks
• Made to order and printed in the USA
★ PERFECT FOR ★
• AA members and Big Book lovers
• Sponsor and sponsee gifts
• Morning meditation and prayer time
• Sobriety anniversaries and milestones
• Home-group and speaker gifts
• Coffee before the meeting
• Anyone who begins the day one day at a time
★ COMMON QUESTIONS ★
Is this a good gift for someone in recovery?
Yes. The “On Awakening” meditation has guided generations of AA members and makes a meaningful daily reminder for anyone committed to spiritual growth and sobriety.
Who makes Recovery Swag mugs?
Recovery Swag is a sober-owned recovery brand creating gifts and daily reminders for the AA, NA, and Al-Anon communities since 2008. Every design is created by people in recovery.
Recovery Swag's On Awakening recovery coffee mug is a sober-owned, made-to-order ceramic mug available in 11 oz, 15 oz, and 20 oz. Featuring a retro Southwestern landscape and the reminder to think about the twenty-four hours ahead, it's a thoughtful gift for AA members, sponsors, anniversaries, and anyone grateful for another day.
Shipping
Free shipping on all U.S. orders over $50. Orders under $50 ship at a calculated rate based on size and destination — you'll see the exact cost at checkout.
We also ship internationally. International orders typically arrive within 15–25 business days depending on your location and customs processing.
Estimated delivery times:
- Production: 2–5 business days (made to order)
- U.S. shipping: 3–8 business days after production
- Total U.S. delivery: 5–13 business days
- International delivery: 15–25 business days
Each piece is made to order — printed, produced, or cut just for you. This process helps us keep waste low and quality high, which means your item takes a little extra time to create, but it's worth it. You'll receive tracking info as soon as your order is ready to ship.
If you don't see a shipping confirmation, check your spam folder first — then reach out to us.
Returns & Exchanges
We take our low-waste mission seriously, but we also want you to love your Recovery Swag!
Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items
If your order arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 7 days of delivery. Include your order number and a clear photo of the issue.
We'll provide a replacement or full refund at no additional cost to you. This protection also applies to personalized items.
Sizing or Change of Mind
Sometimes things just don't work out! We accept eligible returns and exchanges under the following conditions:
- Contact us within 7 days of delivery.
- Items must be unused and in their original condition.
- A 25% handling fee applies.
- Customers are responsible for return shipping.
- Personalized items are not eligible for sizing or change-of-mind returns or exchanges.
Please email howdy@RecoverySwag.com before sending anything back.
For additional information, visit our Shipping & Returns page.

