Focusing on oneself isn't selfish, not when you help yourself to help others. Continue Reading

An author instructs new Al-Anon members on what will happen during their first meeting. Continue Reading

"When I pulled into the parking lot, the first thing I noticed was how full it was. I was so nervous. This being my first Narco... Continue Reading

With the number of sober treatment programs that incorporate the 12-Steps, it’s logical to assume that under the right circumst... Continue Reading

Have you felt ashamed of AA due to the way others or the media talks about it? Well, here are 7 reasons you shouldn't be. Continue Reading

If you have a family member or loved one who is struggling with alcoholism right now, then an Al-Anon meeting may be helpful fo... Continue Reading

What this step really asks of the member is much deeper and thorough than anyone may realize at the outset, but with a little d... Continue Reading

Non-traditional online AA meetings offer various benefits to those in recovery, but it's not for everyone. We discuss the pros ... Continue Reading

Adult Children of Alcoholics aims to help adults recover from the emotional trauma or neglect they experienced as children rais... Continue Reading

After being sober for a while, attending meetings can seem tedious, boring and almost pointless. Here are 7 reminders on why yo... Continue Reading

The support that sponsorship brings can have a huge impact in the lives of those in recovery. These 8 tips can help you give ba... Continue Reading

12-step meetings were a part of my recovery process but not everyone's experience ends the same. Continue Reading

Step one relieves you of having to live up to societal expectations. Here are the top five benefits from practicing step one ev... Continue Reading

Presenting a more balanced point of view on the functions of AA. Continue Reading

AA has gotten some flak over the years but continues to thrive. Here are 12 possible reasons why the program remains successful. Continue Reading