Recovery support groups provide tangible benefits, but are 12-step groups and A.A. the only way? No! There are many othe ...
5 Common Arguments Against 12 Step Recovery (and the Counters)
The common arguments against 12 step programs – and their counters – here. ...
7 Great Ways to Avoid Alcohol on New Year’s Eve
Looking for a sober New Year’s celebration? Here’s are 7 ideas for making the party rock without the need for a drin ...
Spirituality and Religion Increase Chances of Long-Term Addiction Recovery
Many 12-step recovery programs imbed spirituality within its constructs, but how important is spirituality or religion i ...
If Not A.A., Then What?
An exploration of some of the most effective alternatives to A.A. here, with a section at the end for your questions. ...
How to mentor an addict OR find a Mentor in addiction recovery
January is National Mentor Month! How can you help Mentor someone in addiction recovery(apart from the 12 Steps)? An int ...
How effective are Twelve Step Programs?: Sobriety to spirituality
A discussion of the transformation that occurs when you apply Twelve Step Programs honestly to your life. More on how ef ...
Finding a 12 step meeting on your phone…There’s an app for that!
How can a phone app help you in recovery? We talk with someone who's trying to make 12 step meetings accessible to all.. ...
The 9th Step: When making amends goes wrong
A bit of experience, strength, and hope when it comes to people NOT accepting amends. More on the 9th step in the 12 ste ...
Dealing with the holiday “blues” in 12 step programs
If you're in a 12 step program and are practising its principles, how can you cope with triggers of depression during th ...