ARR01 – Introduction To A 12 Step Program
We dive in to what a 12 step program is all about. We outline each step, its meaning and how it applies to sobriety. Below, you will see the steps listed out of the bluebook of AA. 1. We admitted we...
View ArticleARR02 – Introduction To The Newcomers Of AA
Entering recovery isn’t easy and let’s face it, its down right scary for most. So, you finally commit and decide to head to a meeting for the very first time. What is going to happen? What should i...
View ArticleARR03 – Assessing The Need For An Intervention
We all know someone, such as a spouse, child, relative or friend, who is probably in need of an intervention. We discuss what exactly an intervention is, the steps to performing an interventions and...
View ArticleARR04 – DUI’s and How To Deal With Them
DUI’s are generally the first step, to reaching your bottom. For some, its actually lifting your bottom so you can finally get a hold of your addiction. We talk about the stages of DUIs, fines, and how...
View ArticleARR05 – How To Deal With Relapse
This is probably the most critical stage in one’s recovery. We talk about relapse, triggers the cause a relapse and how you can combat it.
View ArticleARR06 – How To Remove Stress
We are going to discuss de-stressing yourself. Stress is a major cause of relapse. We outline how to deal with stress and things that can take stress away.
View ArticleARR07 – Hitting Your Bottom
Hitting your bottom… Something everyone in recovery has done. Without hitting your bottom, your addiction would still be running your life, or shall we say.. ruining your life? We get into the...
View ArticleARR08 – Stereotyping Addiction Recovery
There is nothing worse then facing the fact, you have an addiction. What makes matters worse is, when others find out you have a problem and are trying to get help. This is referred to as addiction...
View ArticleARR09 – The 12 Steps Broken Down and Explained In Simple Terms
The AA basic 12 steps can be confusing for many. People can easily interpret definitions and intent differently. We make this easier however and explain what each steps mean in simple, plain english!
View ArticleARR10 – How To Identify Yourself As An Addict
So, you may not think you are an addict. Well, we go into detail about how to determine if you are. However, if you are here, you most likely already believe you are. Or, perhaps you know someone who...
View ArticleARR11 – Taking Prescription Rx Medication While In The Recovery Stage
With the passing of Whitney Houston and many other stars in the past & present, we discuss prescription meds. Rx medication abuse is the new epidemic sweeping the nation. Rx is so easy to get your...
View ArticleARR12 – The Effects Of A Relapse
So you have relapsed… You’re not alone, many do, in and out of recovery. We discuss how to identify those triggers of relapse and ways to prevent further relapses.
View ArticleARR13 – Is Your Functioning Alcoholic Spouse In Denial
Something common in many households, a functioning alcoholic. What makes this even more alarming is, they are in dire denial of it. We touch on the effects of this in the relationship and ways to...
View ArticleARR14 – How To Stay Sober When All Of Your Friends Are Drinking Around You
So you are beginning a new life sober. However, you still have friends and are invited to social gatherings where they are drinking. Some may not even know you are in a recovery program. So what do you...
View ArticleARR15 – Living Life With An Addict
Living life with an addict isn’t easy. We talk about how to deal with it.
View ArticleARR16 – How To Ask For Forgiveness
One of the steps in recovery is asking for forgiveness for all those who you have hurt. Asking for it, isn’t easy, no is the reception even welcomed in some cases. We examine the ways you can ask for...
View ArticleARR17 – How To Deal With Anger
Dealing with anger flat out sucks. We break it down and give you option to deal with it, without a relapse.
View ArticleARR18 – Expectations Early On In Recovery
So, here you have decided to get clean and sober. It’s going to be a very long, difficult road, however… It will pay off in the end. But, what do you expect through each stage and step? Well, we talk...
View ArticleARR19 – Help That Addict In Your Life
So you know of an addict close to you? Well, many of us do as well. We really want to help them, but how? Listen in, we explain what you can do to help them!
View ArticleARR20 – The Effects Of Addiction On Your Children
Many of us have children. However, having children and living with an addiction is NOT a pretty thing. Sit back and listen to us discuss it and things you can do about it.
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