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What to do When your 12 Step Program isn’t Working
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 12 step programs are one way to treat drug and alcohol addiction. It is important to remember that it is not the only way. Not all 12 step programs suit the needs of the individual. Some people have a hard time with many of their concepts. When ….
Read more ›What to Do When 12 Step Treatment isn’t Working
Since 1935, 12 step programs have been a staple of addiction treatment. According to Alcoholics Anonymous, the 12 step program works for most people. Unfortunately, it does not work for everyone. As each person is different, each addiction is different. A single treatment is not going to work out for everyone. Therefore, what do you ….
Read more ›8 Triggers People Experience this Time of Year and How 12 Step Programs can Help
According Indiana University, many people experience issues after the holidays. So many in fact, that many places offer treatment for the post holiday blues. If you are in a 12 step program or are considering one, there are ways that 12 step programs can help you with the post holiday blues triggers you might experience. ….
Read more ›Why 12 Step Programs Do Not Work for All People
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction does not affect everyone the same way. Each addiction is different just as each person is different. Most people who undergo addiction treatment choose the course that they think best fits with them. Unfortunately, it is hard to know which program will work and which will ….
Read more ›Step 5 of the 12 Steps
Step 5 of the 12 steps states, “We admitted to God (or another higher power), to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.” But why is this step so important and how does it help one recover from addiction? If you are struggling with your recovery and require professional treatment, ….
Read more ›How to Make Amends Through 12 Step
Making a list of those you have harmed with your addiction and making amends for your harmful actions, the eighth and ninth steps in the 12-step philosophy, are some of the most important parts of the recovery process. However, it can be difficult to do make amends, and trying to can often lead to frustrations ….
Read more ›12 Signs You’re Ready to Get Sober
You are probably ready to get sober, but if you are on the fence about it, the following 12 signs should help you to make up your mind. When you are ready to take that step, a 12 step group is an invaluable resource. Call to connect with experts who can answer questions and guide ….
Read more ›What’s the Point of 12 Step Prayers?
Whether you are religious or not the 12 step prayers may be beneficial to your recovery. Although some may be reluctant to engage in prayer, there are definite benefits to using prayer to help you with prayer to help you with your recovery. These benefits are the point to using 12 step prayers in your ….
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