Whether your struggle is alcohol, drugs, lust, overeating or some other addictive or compulsive behavior, in addition to therapy you may find a 12 Step program helpful in your recovery journey.

While 12 Steps programs may not be a useful tool for everyone, in this episode I'll explain how the 12 step model works from my own personal experience. I'll also discuss some of the concerns and misconceptions of the program regarding the terminology used (such as God & Higher Power) and other concepts that tend to cause roadblocks for so many.

* this episode does contain explicit content so listener discretion is advised.*

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