There are countless reasons why 12 step recovery programs work - for those who work it. But many people try one or two meetings and leave. Sometimes, the timing isn’t right and you're just not ready and that's okay. Or you think “these guys are nuts” or secretly think you’re not that bad - but pain
Start your journey towards recovery with these comprehensive 12 Step Recovery Worksheets. Designed specifically for individuals who are committed to overcoming addiction, these worksheets offer a structured approach to help you reflect, analyze and grow. Whether you're focusing on personal inventory, developing coping mechanisms or working on forgiveness, these worksheets provide the guidance and support you need to make progress on your path to sobriety. Take the first step today and download these invaluable resources.
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When you're in pain, you have a choice to make. Learn from your challenges to become better, or repeat the lesson again. It’s the same for everyone, these lessons will repeat themselves until you get the lesson. No judgment! It's the same for all of us. But in order to do that, you need to have the
Start your journey towards recovery with these comprehensive 12 Step Recovery Worksheets. Designed specifically for individuals who are committed to overcoming addiction, these worksheets offer a structured approach to help you reflect, analyze and grow. Whether you're focusing on personal inventory, developing coping mechanisms or working on forgiveness, these worksheets provide the guidance and support you need to make progress on your path to sobriety. Take the first step today and download these invaluable resources.
Originally, codependency was defined as being in a relationship with an alcoholic. Over time that definition expanded to a pattern of dysfunctional relationships that includes issues of control, difficulty setting boundaries and being a "human doing" rather than someone with needs.
List of Character Defects for 12 Step Recovery Work Here’s a list I found of possible character defects to consider while doing stepwork. It’s by Lydia at her recovery blog: Don’t Drin…
SMART Recovery is a science-based alternative to faith-based and 12-Step Programs such as AA and NA.
The 12 Step Recovery Plan was established in 1935 by Bill Wilson. The primary concept of this program is to join others that suffer with similar symptoms to stay dry. Bill Wilson found this deal
The Discovery House believes that the 12 Steps of Narcotics Anonymous program is an effective tool in ensuring long-term recovery success.
You've probably heard of Alcoholics Anonymous, the grandfather of all 12 step programs. Years later, this program multiplied into several programs helping millions recover from other addictions and harmful behaviors. One of the treasures of these programs is their slogans - sayings that make you fee
When you're in pain, you have a choice to make. Learn from your challenges to become better, or repeat the lesson again. It’s the same for everyone, these lessons will repeat themselves until you get the lesson. No judgment! It's the same for all of us. But in order to do that, you need to have the
You have probably heard of 12 step programs but you may not realize how they could change your life. The first one, Alcoholics Anonymous, helped so many alcoholics that they created other 12 step groups for food addiction, gambling, compulsive sexual behavior, codependency, smoking, workaholism and
In early recovery it's important to identify relapse triggers. A trigger is an event or series of events that potentially causes you to relapse. You may not be aware of your triggers until you have a slip or relapse. What most people don't realize is that a relapse starts weeks or even months before
Learn about the many different 12 step programs that exist to help people work toward their goals and provide support in recovery.
SMART Recovery is a science-based alternative to faith-based and 12-Step Programs such as AA and NA.
You've probably heard of Alcoholics Anonymous, the grandfather of all 12 step programs. Years later, this program multiplied into several programs helping millions recover from other addictions and harmful behaviors. One of the treasures of these programs is their slogans - sayings that make you fee
Step by Step Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017 "Shakespeare said, 'All the world's a stage, all the men and women merely players.' He forgot to mention that I was the chief critic. I was always able to see the flaw in every person, every situation. And I was always glad to point it out, because I knew you wanted perfection, just as I did. AA and acceptance have taught me that there is a bit of good in the worst of us and a bit of bad in the best of us; that we are all children of God and we each have a right to be here. When I complain about me or about you, I am complaining about God's handiwork. I am saying that I know better than God." - Alcoholics Anonymous, 3rd Edition, 1976, "They Stopped in Time," Ch 17 ("Doctor, Alcoholic, Addict"), p 449. Today, no complaining if for no other reason than to experience not complaining. So much of my emotional energy was spent complaining in my drinking days and maybe even in sobriety. The end result is always the feeling of not getting my way with everything and everyone, and that kind of feeling opens the door to futile emotions like anger, resentment and smugness. Today, let me go without complaining about any situation and anyone, and let me remember that those against whom I complain probably have an arsenal of complaints they can unleash on me. And I can't expect anyone to tolerate my complaints against them anymore than I want to hear theirs against me. Today, in not complaining, let me see that I might become a more serene person and working my program may be a little less difficult. And our common journey continues. Step by step. - Chris M., 2017
Are you tired of saying you're sorry? Picking back up the series on the 12 steps of Recovery, Amy continues the discussion on Step 9: Made direct amends whenever possible, expect when to do so would injure them or others. Making amends is more than just apologies or saying we are sorry. It takes a complete attitude change. Listen to Amy share a portion of that changed attitude and how to approach amends from a helpful place.
In making an amends list, we review our willingness to make a real life change. This step takes action on the "I'm sorry" words.
By Steve K. The Addiction Tree Trauma Informed Model of Addiction At the bottom of the addiction tree is the soil and seeds of addiction, which consists of emotional, physical, sexual, and spiritua…
Although I tried AA and NA for many years throughout my 20’s and early 30’s, I never felt like they were right for me. I saw many others really enjoyed the programs, but I didn’t. I always felt like there had to be a better way for me, personally. I totally loved that other people…
