12 Step
Twelve-step recovery aims to provide every individual with a successful and fulfilling life after addiction. Read about the guiding principles that has helped thousands recover their lives.

Being of Service in 12-Step Recovery
By Kelly McClanahanThere are various ways you can be of service during the recovery process. Continue Reading
There are various ways you can be of service during the recovery process. Continue Reading

No, Alcoholics Anonymous is Not Selfish
By Jamee LarsonFocusing on oneself isn't selfish, not when you help yourself to help others. Continue Reading
Focusing on oneself isn't selfish, not when you help yourself to help others. Continue Reading

What to Expect at a Al-Anon Meeting
By Liemann ValdimarAn author instructs new Al-Anon members on what will happen during their first meeting. Continue Reading
An author instructs new Al-Anon members on what will happen during their first meeting. Continue Reading

What Stuck Out to Me in My First Narcotics Anonymous Meeting
By Lisa OBrien"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
"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

What's the Real Benefit of AA?
By Tess ChedseyWith the number of sober treatment programs that incorporate the 12-Steps, it’s logical to assume that under the right circumst... 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

7 Reasons You Shouldn't Be Ashamed of AA
By Dominica ApplegateHave you felt ashamed of AA due to the way others talk about it? Well, here are 7 reasons you shouldn't be. Continue Reading
Have you felt ashamed of AA due to the way others talk about it? Well, here are 7 reasons you shouldn't be. Continue Reading

The Basics of Al-Anon
By Rose LockingerIf 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
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

A Guide to Writing Your 4th Step
By Liemann ValdimarWhat 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
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

Online AA Meetings: Are They Worth Attending?
By Dominica ApplegateNon-traditional online AA meetings offer various benefits to those in recovery, but it's not for everyone. We discuss the pros ... 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: A Quick Overview
By Kelly McClanahanAdult Children of Alcoholics aims to help adults recover from the emotional trauma or neglect they experienced as children rais... Continue Reading
Adult Children of Alcoholics aims to help adults recover from the emotional trauma or neglect they experienced as children rais... Continue Reading

7 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Stop Going to Meetings
By Flower BAfter being sober for a while, attending meetings can seem tedious, boring and almost pointless. Here are 7 reminders on why yo... 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

8 Ways to Be a Good Sponsor in AA
By Dominica ApplegateThe 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
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

Why I Stopped Attending Meetings Regularly
By Cassandra Huerta12-step meetings were a part of my recovery process but not everyone's experience ends the same. Continue Reading
12-step meetings were a part of my recovery process but not everyone's experience ends the same. Continue Reading

5 Benefits You Gain From Step One
By Flower BStep one relieves you of having to live up to societal expectations. Here are the top five benefits from practicing step one ev... 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

REBUTTAL to The Atlantic Article: AA Can't Just Be Written Off
By Rudolph HatfieldPresenting a more balanced point of view on the functions of AA. Continue Reading
Presenting a more balanced point of view on the functions of AA. Continue Reading