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- 12 Steps and Optimal Health 4 U - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Randy MartinTHE ROLE OF ADDICTIONS AND TWELVE STEP PROGRAMS IN ACHIEVING OPTIMAL HEALTH By Dr. Randy W. Martin, OMD, PhD, LAc, QME Introduction Twelve Step Programs are extremely effective for many people in helping to control addictive behaviors. But there are four parts to any recovery program. The ...
Views: 2393 - A.A.'s Green Mountain Academy Boys - Bill and Bob - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A.’s Green Mountain State Academy Boys Dr. Bob and Bill W. of Vermont Dick B. © 2008 by Anonymous. All rights reserved The Fruits of a Visit to Vermont to Learn More about A.A.’s Roots “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart ...
Views: 1514(1 vote) - I Like Alcoholics Anonymous - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),"God as We Understood Him" An Alleged Compromise That Opened the Door My Own Experience At my first A.A. meeting, I was delighted. Friendliness, laughter, concern, suggestions. All came pouring toward me at the "Wednesday Night What It’s Like Now" meeting--later to become my Home ...
Views: 1479 - Oxford Group - Alcoholics Anonymous - Refresher - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),It’s Time Once Again to Visit the Oxford Group and Alcoholics Anonymous There has been a resurgence of interest by AAs and 12-Step programs in the relationship of Oxford Group ideas and Alcoholics Anonymous principles, practices, and steps. My own title, The Oxford Group and Alcoholics ...
Views: 4208 - Must Practice Principles In All Affairs? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Keith Bray-living a life with new behavior in play!! So here we are, at the end of the page, and oh what a challenge. We’ve gone through all this work. We’ve had a “spiritual awakening as a result of THESE steps” and now we have to live the life? So what are these principles ...
Views: 1190(1 vote) - Oxford Group Alcoholics Anonymous Refresher - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Oxford Group – Alcoholics Anonymous – Refresher Dick B. © 2008 Anonymous. All rights reserved It’s Time Once Again to Visit the Oxford Group and Alcoholics Anonymous There has been a resurgence of interest by AAs and 12-Step programs in the relationship of Oxford Group ...
Views: 1564 - Bible - Alcoholics Anonymous - Refresher - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Bible – Alcoholics Anonymous – Refresher Dick B. © 2008 Anonymous. All rights reserved What the Bible has to do with Alcoholics Anonymous What documented relationship does the Bible (which early AAs affectionately called the Good Book) bear to the basic text of Alcoholics ...
Views: 5306 - Carrying The Message-Do We? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Keith Bray-to keep what is given, you must be of service to others Funny, I wrote a blog for today earlier, and for some reason, lost it within my computer! We are nearing the finish line in this review of the steps/footprints, and today I look at “the ask” that we carry the message. Before I ...
Views: 1363 - Do You Limit Your Ask? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Keith Bray-many ask for “things” I thought about and journal about the need for prayer and meditation yesterday. Meditation is a listening skill. I was familiar with prayer. As a child, I learned to pray in Sunday school and even in real school. We said grace before meals, and the like. As my ...
Views: 1135 - Prayer and Meditation. MEDITATION? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2008 from Keith BrayPrayer and Meditation. MEDITATION? --not just something bearded guys do on Asian mountains As I went through the steps, this meditation thing might have been the item I misunderstood most. I had been exposed to prayer since I was a little guy. I am surprised in my coaching, when clients and I ...
Views: 1324 - A Permanent Recovery? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Recoveries AnonymousOne of the main misconceptions about the Twelve Step Program is that you cannot have a permanent recovery. This is not true! In the Multilith Big Book, on page 28, in the bottom paragraph, Bill refutes this. He says that the decision we make in Step Three "can have little permanent effect unless ...
Views: 2355 - Ever Taken Inventory Of You?? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Keith BrayOften in my life I have been guilty of taking the inventory of others! In my journey of recovery, I was asked to take an inventory of myself. That was different. I had found myself at 46 with no idea of who I was or how I became the sad person that I was. As I got into a program of recovery for ...
Views: 1453 - The God Thing-Me? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2008 from Keith BrayHad some great feedback over taking a first step, powerless and unmanageable! Thanks. I learn from hearing from others. I sometimes wonder if I’m not addicted to golf. Played twice over the weekend. Each day, even on the occasions of playing very poor shots, I am amazed by how I ...
Views: 1042 - First Steps-Do You Remember? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Keith BrayMy parents and family have told me about my first steps. I certainly don’t remember them, but I am told I was an “early” walker. Seems I was early at trying a lot of things-booze, girls, dope, motorcycles, lying, stealing, cheating! I was not early getting into a journey of ...
Views: 1423 - The Truth of the Steps-A Recovery Day - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Keith BrayInteresting day today. It’s interesting when you go to a closed 12 step meeting and run in to someone you know from another part of life. I have no concerns about people knowing I’m in recovery. I accepted that I was powerless over a few things fourteen years ago, and that began my ...
Views: 960 - Loving You Is Killing Me: When Divorcing Your Family Is A Noble Solution - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Vicki LeinThis book is on my “To Do” list, but it will be based on this Bill of Rights. My Bill of Rights 1. I am Sacred Space and so is everyone else. 2. I deserve to be treated with respect every single second by myself and everyone else. 3. I get to be angry, but I do not get to treat myself or ...
Views: 3509(1 vote) - Answering Questions You Didn’t Ask - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2008 from john ballaThere comes a time when it is important to speak up and to express one self as guided by a head-heart connection. When I was getting sober (I just celebrated 28 years of sobriety-praise God from whom all blessings flow), I was reminded on a daily basis that ‘feelings aren’t facts,’ because our ...
Views: 1169 - The Twelve Steps Of Alcoholics Anonymous - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Father DaveThe famous '12 steps' of 'Alcoholics Anonymous' (commonly simply referred to as 'AA') have been the solution for incalculable thousands of people who have gained control over their yearning for alcohol and have found healing in their lives. The start for AA, and what seperates their methods ...
Views: 2850 - Wilingness - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from zoltan csomossWillingness is the courage to go on faith -- with or without proof. The willingness to learn makes it possible to acquire knowledge. The willingness to know creates the opportunity to understand. The willingness to accept I have a problem is the beginning of the solution. When I am willing to ...
Views: 1740 - Alcoholics Anonymous - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Maxy PhilipsDoes Alcoholics Anonymous Work Alcoholics Anonymous is probably one of the oldest forms of dealing with an alcohol addiction, and anyone who has an alcohol addiction has likely to have heard of Alcoholics Anonymous also simply known as AA. I have been to a few of there meetings and spoke to a ...
Views: 1974 - Why Alcohol And Drug Rehab Doesn't Work For So Many - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Mark HoustonTens of thousands of addicts have been through drug and alcohol treatment programs; so why is it that so many can't achieve permanent sobriety? Short term programs are extremely valuable for detoxifying the body and introducing addicts to the principles of the 12-Step program. But real recovery ...
Views: 8977 - Alumni Programs A Critical Factor In The Success of Drug and Alcohol Recovery - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Mark HoustonWhen families are looking for a drug rehab or alcohol rehab program for their loved one, they are often focused on the program itself, not the support programs and systems that follow the residential care. However, a recovery program that offers regular, scheduled events for alumni can be just ...
Views: 1666 - Choosing A Drug And Alcohol Recovery Program Based On The Critical Factor In Reducing Relapse - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Mark HoustonThe percent of addicts that relapse after completing a rehab program can be cause for disappointment among those considering drug rehab as an option to stop the destruction of drug and alcohol addiction. A drug and alcohol recovery program requires a serious commitment, but if the relapse ...
Views: 1319 - The Role Of AA's Fundemental Third Step In The Addiction Recovery Process - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Mark HoustonMost people say that they are excited and hopeful about the principal ideas outlined in the twelve step program, but never truly develop the discipline to incorporate each step into their daily lives. So many people are living proof, that if you develop the habits to truly make these ...
Views: 4964 - Begin To Repair The Damage Caused By Addiction by Making Amends To Others - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonThe drug or alcohol addict storms through the world, convinced that everyone has wronged them, convinced that everyone owes them, and convinced that they are somehow entitled to have intruded on the lives of others. In their wake, they manage to leave a great deal of destruction in our wake. In ...
Views: 1958 - Why Making Amends With Others Is Critical In The Addiction Recovery Process - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonStep nine of the 12 step program begins the process of the addict re-connecting with fellow human beings through the process of amends. After completing step 8 of the 12 step recovery program, the addict has a list of all the people and institutions he or she owe amends to. Amends can be made in ...
Views: 3775 - Working Through Step 10 Of The 12 Step Recovery Program - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonThe Tenth Step of AA is not about taking inventory once a day. It's about our inventory taking us throughout the day. The tenth step is about constantly seeking deeper experiences in the moment. The tenth step is about constantly seeking deeper experiences in the moment. The tenth step is ...
Views: 1997 - The Importance Of Step 12 In The Addiction Recovery Journey - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonStep twelve in the 12 Step Program is the culmination of a series of actions in which the addict has experienced a revolutionary change in the way he thinks about himself, others, and the world around him. Step 12 asks that the addict take this newfound knowledge to help other addicts in ...
Views: 2215 - Making The Change - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from VicToria FreudigerJanuary 2008 - well, here we all are another year deeper into the force field of recovery. It is a miracle that this recovery is still is a daily choice for me. On January 18, 2008 my celebration will be eighteen years of sobriety. What a glorious day this will be and I could not let this week ...
Views: 1466 - Alcoholics & Addicts - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from zoltan csomossThere are 2 types of Alcoholics; the 1st is born with a permanent body-chemistry imbalance; their body can’t eliminate alcohol residue -- acetone, which creates a physical craving to drink more alcohol. The 2nd drinks enough alcohol to create the same permanent imbalance. The human body is not ...
Views: 825 - Stepping Up: 12 Ways To Rev Up, Revitalize, Or Renew Your Career - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2008 from Mary Gormandy WhiteWhether you are just starting out in your career, seeking a promotion, or are thinking about taking your career in a new direction, you will benefit from the practical tips and suggestions in Stepping Up: 12 Ways to Rev Up, Revitalize, or Renew Your Career. With more than 35 years of experience ...
Views: 1443 - Truth - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2007 from zoltan csomossMy truth is real, and yours is real too; the first for me, the second for you My reality is my truth, and your reality is yours. My truth can change, as can yours. Truth belongs to no one individual – each interprets It in his own fashion. The truth is an experience, not a belief. The truth is ...
Views: 1277 - "My Recovery Changed When I Forever Gave Up The Hope Of Having A Different Past." - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2007 from Michael ZI have spent a lot of time thinking about my past. Alternately feeling sorry for myself or being outraged at the wrongs - real or imagined - that were done to me, a constant theme in my thinking is how much different, better, happier I would be if only I hadn't had these parents, or stepparents, ...
Views: 1501 - Will AA Work For You? 4 Things You Need To Believe For It To Work. - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2007 from John LeeAA, NA and other 12 steps organizations have more than 75 years of history and success, and literally tens of millions of alcoholics and addicts have gotten better through working the 12 steps. Studies show that after drug or alcohol treatment, those people who maintain a long and intense ...
Views: 1537 - Alcoholism; Can An Atheist Get Help From AA? 12 Steps But No God? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2007 from John LeeThe founders of AA, two very Christian and God fearing men, made a remarkable allowance nearly 80 years ago when they removed Christianity from what is essentially a religious organization, in an attempt to broaden access to treatment. AA is religious in nature (although they would call ...
Views: 2648(1 vote) - We Are Not What We Seem To Be - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2007 from Robert JagerIn what seems like another life now, I joined a 12 step program to recover from alcoholism. This program was strong on uncovering your character defects through personal inventory. While nobody can deny that this meeting with the self must take place for recovery to occur, there are some ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - “Instead Of Telling God How Big Your Fears Are, Start Telling Your Fears How Big Your God Is." - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2007 from Michael ZBefore recovery, we were driven by a hundred forms of self-centered fear. During steps 6 and 7, we began to release some of these character defects, but some habits are hard to break. Like feeding into our fears. But when we can pause and work our program of recovery, we remember that we are ...
Views: 2379(2 votes) - "If You Spot It, You Got It!" - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2007 from Michael ZOh how quick I am to judge and find fault in others. Before the program I was quite self righteous - I could see and tell you what you and others were doing wrong, but I was largely blind to my own faults. It was so easy to point my finger, but in the program I learned that when I do, there are ...
Views: 5307(1 vote) - "How do you know when you've hit bottom? When you stop digging." - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Michael ZFor years I was driven by an obsession to drink. In the beginning I tried to control it, but after a while it had complete control of me. Alcoholism took me to a deep emotional, spiritual and physical bottom, and only when I surrendered to this program did I begin to recover. In sobriety I've ...
Views: 1748(1 vote) - Purification - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2007 from Puriti Programs for Life Choose Freedom Choose LovePurification: The Foundation of Optimum Health and Vitality How Do You Feel When You Wake Up In The Morning? Do you wish you had ... restored vitality ... a strong libido……more mental clarity ... clear skin ... reduced weight ….a stronger immune system ... ...
Views: 1789 - Are We Afraid To Talk About God? (Or do we just not like Him any more?) - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Scott WisenbakerIn God we trust, or so says our currency for now. No doubt much like the pledge of allegiance and prayer in public schools or even the 10 Commandments in front of our court houses, we seem to be removing God and prayer from everything. Even in our 12-step meetings there is an unfortunate ...
Views: 1706 - 12 Second Solution - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Arlan BerglasThe 12 Second Solution (How to improve your life in 12 seconds) 1) How to be happy all the time Be grateful for what you have and do nice things for other people. Remember you are not doing nice things for other people for them; you are doing nice to other people because it makes ...
Views: 1526 - Blessed are the Poor in Spirit, for Theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2019 from Curtis R Doll JrThroughout my 20's and early 30’s I fancied myself the Great Artist, my ego swelling with each affirmation. When people gave me the compliment; You have a God-given talent, I would respond with; If you knew how hard I worked to hone my abilities you wouldn't say such a stupid thing! During ...
Views: 4204(1 vote) - "No Intimate Relationships During the First Year of Sobriety" - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Daniel LinderRecovering addicts hear this all the time in 12-step programs. However, this sound bit of wisdom is rarely heeded. Many have a hard time accepting that a hiatus from intimate relationships is necessary. In their minds, dating and new relationships seem benign. “As long as I’m not ...
Views: 8091(2 votes) - Nicotine Addiction and Nicotine Dependency - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2006 from David JonesNicotine addiction is a brain disorder primarily genetic in origin. There is evidence that environment can contribute to the addiction. Nicotine addiction is reasonably easy to treat. Teach the person about their disease, give them the proper methods to withdraw from nicotine, teach them ...
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