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Why All the Negative Connections in Addiction?

Brené Brown defines connection as “the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give…

A Wife’s Perspective on the Addict Label – Part 1

Last week we discussed a frequently asked question in addiction recovery groups:

Am I an Addict for the Rest of My Life?

Recently I was talking with a friend in recovery that goes to SAL meetings and another group support meeting.

Why Don’t I Work the Steps?

Is working the Steps really that difficult?

The Power of Surrender One Temptation at a Time

Why is surrender an essential part of the addiction recovery process?

Is Recovery Even Possible Without Sobriety?

The question proposed is one I’ve thought about quite a bit; what I’m going to share is based on my own experience.

How to Help a Sponsee Who’s Struggling

A sponsee is a person in a 12-step recovery program who is guided by a more experienced member called a sponsor.

How Do I Share Triggers with My Wife or Significant Other?

This question has come up quite a bit, both for me personally as an addict working my own recovery, through the contact…

VIDEO: What is the Opposite of Addiction?

How did I become addicted to pornography and all the other crap that comes with it?

How to Work with Family Members Who Aren’t in Recovery or Sobriety

Today we’re going to discuss a difficult question: How to Work with Family Members Who Aren’t in Recovery or Sobriety.