Category Archives: Twelve Step Program

Step One

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Susan

In the 12 step program, the first step is We admitted we were powerless over alcohol, drugs, food, gambling, sex, love, others and that our life was unmanageable. Whatever it is that we are addicted to we must admit that … Continue reading →

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One Day at a Time

Posted on January 2, 2010 by Susan

This phrase comes from the AA fellowship. It means exactly what it says. Take one day at a time, do not worry about tomorrow and do not fret about yesterday. You can not change the past or predict the future. … Continue reading →

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Keep it Simple II

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Susan

The question has risen what if someone else is interfering with your ability to keep things simple? Well you need to do your best to separate yourself from this person and/or situation emotionally first so that you can figure out … Continue reading →

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Keep it Simple

Posted on July 2, 2009 by Susan

How easy is it to keep things simple when your head is moving a hundred miles a minute? It is not, but it can be done. It is all about slowing down for a brief moment and writing down whatever … Continue reading →

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Be Who You Are

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Susan

This is a daily meditation From the pages of The Language of Letting Go by Melody Beattie: “In recovery, we are learning a new behavior. It’s called Be Who You Are. For some of us, this can be frightening. What … Continue reading →

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Living a Sober Life

Posted on November 15, 2008 by Susan

Most recovering addicts will tell you that being sober can be a lot of work depending upon the given time or day or event in their lives. So many struggle with staying sober for one day because of their inner … Continue reading →

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Sobriety

Posted on September 27, 2008 by Susan

What kind of a commitment does it take for someone to get SOBER from alcohol and CLEAN from drugs? This is a good question. It requires honesty, openness and a willingness to change. The H.O.W. principle comes from the AA … Continue reading →

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Progress Not Perfection

Posted on August 22, 2008 by Susan

This is phrase used a lot in recovery so that clients can understand that things take time to change especially when it comes to attitudes and behaviors and dynamics and patterns. Most people do not realize that when you have … Continue reading →

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Codependents Anonymous

Posted on June 30, 2008 by Susan

There is a twelve step program that helps codependents heal from their relationships and increase their understanding of their codependency and how it has worked in their life. I would strongly suggest that if you are codependent and need support … Continue reading →

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Codependent No More

Posted on June 29, 2008 by Susan

Melodie Beattie wrote this book called “Codependent No More”. When I first read this book over fifteen years ago, I realized that I suffered from codependency. Today I have worked through most of my issues and will occasionally struggle with … Continue reading →

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