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14 Thoughts You Have in a Meeting By Cheryl Steinberg Whether you want to admit it or not, when you’re in a fellowship meeting, your mind wanders. Here are 14 thoughts you have in a meeting. #1. “I don’t really feel like being here. Why did I... Learn More

When it Comes to Criminal Confessions, Is Anonymity a Guarantee? By Cheryl Steinberg AA and other 12 Step fellowships promise anonymity but, don’t be confused; it’s not the same thing as ‘confessional privilege,’ the expectation of confidentiality when one confesses to their priest or, the protection of confidentiality between lawyer... Learn More

Normies Weigh In: Are the 12 Steps Harmful for Some? By Cheryl Steinberg In light of the untimely, tragic death of comedian and actor Robin Williams, we thought it would be interesting to start a discussion about the 12 Steps and whether they can help or harm someone who struggles... Learn More

Can a Former Drug Addict Ever Drink Successfully? ‘I’m a drug addict; I know I can control my drinking if I want to.’ I cannot tell you how many times I have heard this claim made by someone in early recovery. So many people seem to forget when... Learn More

Anonymity and Social Media: How Not To Break Traditions in the Digital Age So today I’m talking about anonymity in social media. Weird right? Since this is a blog, and will be posted on social media (QUICK, someone stop him). I can almost imagine the ‘comments’ now so, let’s just get down to business. I believe... Learn More

Drug and Alcohol Treatment in Clinton, NJ When you are using drugs and alcohol and can’t stop, it can be scary and hard to get out of the grips of the powerful disease of addiction. I’ve seen people die from this disease many times and never get... Learn More

10 Things 90’s TV Shows Taught Us About Addiction Welcome to the listicle of what became known as the “very special episode” of 90’s TV shows. This is when the shows’ writers would tackle a serious issue, ranging from trying cigarettes, struggling with body image and eating disorders, and... Learn More

5 Things I Wish Every Newcomer Knew About Recovery When I was a newcomer and early in my recovery, there are a lot of things I wish I had known and been given advice on. I’ve thought of 5 things I wish every newcomer knew about recovery. 5 Things... Learn More

10 Things You Should Never Say About Your Sponsor [caption id="attachment_10079" align="aligncenter" width="498"] via wifflegif.com[/caption] Sponsors are an integral part of any fellowship program of recovery and they deserve a certain level of respect. After all, they have agreed to work with you in discovering a solution so that... Learn More

7 Surprising Things I Learned By Relapsing [caption id="attachment_9887" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Photo Credit: www.wifflegif.com[/caption] When you try to get sober and relapse, there are many different things you learn from relapsing. Relapse is definitely not a requirement in the program, but it is very common... Learn More

15 Things You Should Never Say to an Addict/Alcoholic in Recovery [caption id="attachment_9840" align="aligncenter" width="330"] me, when people say one of these 15 things to mevia wifflegif.com[/caption] This list is pretty self-explanatory. These are 15 things you should never say to an addict/alcoholic in recovery. Just don't. #1. “What made you... Learn More

10 Things Your Sponsor is Sick of Hearing [caption id="attachment_9543" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Photo Credit: www.wifflegif.com[/caption] Once you’ve went through your steps for the first time and start sponsoring people, there are some things that we all get sick of hearing. Now, this is just to poke fun... Learn More

14 Thoughts You Have in a Meeting

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