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The Absolute Truth About AA

Note:  Addiction Unlimited is a podcast designed to be listened to, not read. I urge you to listen to the audio version where you can hear the passion and emphasis that is lacking in the written format. Transcripts are

The Absolute Truth About AA2019-04-05T10:36:37-05:00

The Absolute Truth About AA

Now that you know me and my podcast, you’re aware that I’m an avid fan of AA. And I couldn’t be more excited about this, because it was a huge turning point in my life...and I’m so freaking excited to pull

The Absolute Truth About AA2019-04-03T17:38:29-05:00

What’s With the Separation of Boys & Girls in AA??

You are so nervous to walk into your first AA meeting, and surprised when you actually enjoy it! It’s nice to sit back and be quiet, to hear other people share their experiences, to feel relief every time someone

What’s With the Separation of Boys & Girls in AA??2022-12-24T14:20:06-06:00

The Strength of Sobriety with Brittany Garner of The Phoenix

Being an alcoholic is the most empowering thing I've ever experienced. Recovery unleashed a strength inside of me that I never knew I had. Brittany Garner is part of an organization called The Phoenix providing workouts and fitness for

The Strength of Sobriety with Brittany Garner of The Phoenix2022-12-24T14:19:53-06:00

Thinking Errors

Thinking Errors I have a fascinating topic for you today and it was one of my favorite things to learn in my own recovery process. We’re going to talk about common thinking errors – in AA they say stinking

Thinking Errors2019-03-23T13:06:05-05:00

F*ed Up Thinking Can F* Up Your Recovery

We’re going to talk about common thinking errors – in AA they say stinking thinking – in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy it’s called cognitive errors or cognitive distortions. As we know, everybody is recovering from something- it’s just a part

F*ed Up Thinking Can F* Up Your Recovery2022-12-24T14:19:41-06:00

The Joy of Living Sober

I’m driving around St. Louis somewhat aimlessly. I have no idea where I am, I’ve never been here before, and I sure as hell don’t know where I’m going. I found Allyson Kane on Instagram (I know that doesn’t

The Joy of Living Sober2019-03-13T09:04:06-05:00

When I Wanted to Die

Every morning when I opened my eyes and realized I was alive, I felt defeated. I felt like I was being punished for being a bad person and most days I didn't know how I would survive. For more

When I Wanted to Die2019-03-01T18:47:11-06:00

My Dating Rock Bottom in Sobriety

  Recovery is not a simple and straightforward journey- there are many 'rock bottoms' along the way. As a drinking person I spent more than a decade practicing bad habits in dating. I picked terrible partners, everything revolved around

My Dating Rock Bottom in Sobriety2022-04-30T17:50:33-05:00

What Is This Higher Power Sh*t?!?

This concept of a higher power really gets people charged up, including me. As true rebellious souls, addicted people love to go against the grain. Every grain. And higher power is no different. It feels like people get so

What Is This Higher Power Sh*t?!?2022-12-24T14:19:24-06:00
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