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I’ve spent many years working with families in addiction, and have heard this question countless times: "Why didn't the 12

“Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as weunderstood Him.” –––

AA Group Discussing Unmanageability

The first step of Alcoholics Anonymous states, “We admitted we were powerless over alcohol and that our lives had become

Clean and Sober

Have you ever been around an alcoholic who isn’t drinking? What is their demeanor? Are they nice? Are they grumpy?

What Is a Psychic Change and Why Is It Important?

Alcoholism is a devastating disease that destroys lives. It can be a very difficult process for those suffering from addiction

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Addiction and alcoholism are both a 3 fold disease, meaning there are three distinct areas that alcoholism affects and the

Before Bill Wilson and company wrote the book Alcoholics Anonymous and found a solution to their chronic alcoholism, the Oxford

Al-Anon

There are support groups available for friends and families of alcoholics called Al-Anon groups. Al-Anon meetings can help those close

How to Pick a Sponsor

Picking a sponsor to work with is a critical step to take in Alcoholics Anonymous. Working the steps is what

Building a Stronger Sponsorship

Sponsorship can be a bit of a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you’ve never had a sponsor before. You’re probably not

Al-Anon support group meetings can help you to let go of the things you cannot change, and offer suggestions for

7 Reasons to Find a Sponsor in Recovery

The concept of a sobriety sponsor has been popularized through Alcoholics Anonymous and many references to the 12-step-program made in