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By Marya Hornbacher, Special to CNN
(CNN) - Kicked back with his boots on the table at the head of the smoke-dense room, the meeting's leader banged his fist and bellowed, “By the grace of this program and the blood of Jesus Christ, I’m sober today!”
I blinked.
This was not an auspicious beginning for the project of getting my vaguely atheistic,... read more
(CNN) - Kicked back with his boots on the table at the head of the smoke-dense room, the meeting's leader banged his fist and bellowed, “By the grace of this program and the blood of Jesus Christ, I’m sober today!”
I blinked.
This was not an auspicious beginning for the project of getting my vaguely atheistic,... read more
The 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous
Posted August 25, 2011 by Charlie Van Dyke in 12 Step Spirituality
The 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous were developed in 1935 in Akron, Ohio by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith (you will hear them referred to in AA circles as Dr Bob and Bill W).
As the program gained popularity the 12 steps were eventually adapted to fit other addiction problems as well.
Twelve step programs are designed to deal with physical, m... read more
As the program gained popularity the 12 steps were eventually adapted to fit other addiction problems as well.
Twelve step programs are designed to deal with physical, m... read more
The entire program of Alcoholics Anonymous, and by extension, other 12 step programs, is based on spiritual principles. Addiction in these models may have physical and psychological components, but primarily, help is sought in the spiritual realm.
This doesn't mean that 12 step spirituality is the only offering -- the steps are meant to give pract... read more
This doesn't mean that 12 step spirituality is the only offering -- the steps are meant to give pract... read more
Recovery From Addiction And Depression
Posted August 17, 2011 by Charlie Van Dyke in 12 Step Spirituality
by Therese J. Borchard
Beyond Blue
Today I have the honor of interviewing Vivian Eisenecher, author of “Recovering Me, Discovering Joy,” and a sought after speaker, mentor and writer since 1996. Her other published works include articles for “Chicken Soup for the Soul” and Woman’s World. Her inspirational story has been enthusiastically received b... read more
Beyond Blue
Today I have the honor of interviewing Vivian Eisenecher, author of “Recovering Me, Discovering Joy,” and a sought after speaker, mentor and writer since 1996. Her other published works include articles for “Chicken Soup for the Soul” and Woman’s World. Her inspirational story has been enthusiastically received b... read more
God, Grant me the Serenity
To accept the things I cannot change,
Courage to change the things I can,
and Wisdom to know the difference.
Many folks do not understand the meanings of the Serenity Prayer, and of consequence are left in a limbo of constant confusion as they continue to battle the conditions of life.
Let us examine this marvelous Pr... read more
To accept the things I cannot change,
Courage to change the things I can,
and Wisdom to know the difference.
Many folks do not understand the meanings of the Serenity Prayer, and of consequence are left in a limbo of constant confusion as they continue to battle the conditions of life.
Let us examine this marvelous Pr... read more
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