I had back to back dreams/nightmares which stirred some sleeplessness, but gained some insights.

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It has been a while. Too long. But finally, good things to share - born of the rough. The path of recovery is certainly mysterious and surprising.

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Author Charlotte Kasl discusses her "controversial" book: MANY ROADS, ONE JOURNEY: MOVING BEYOND THE 12 STEPS. Her inclusive way of approaching addiction recovery is both tolerant and expansive which is built into the 16 steps she had spent years developing. Charlotte, also author of WOMEN, SEX & ADDICTION, shared about her years working as a counselor and talking to women. She discovered that many of the female addicts she spoke with were victims of sexual or physical abuse; where their sense of empowerment was stripped away. She also mentioned how men can also, unknowingly so, be victims of sexual abuse by older women.

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Other points of discussion:

• Some parts of the traditional 12 programs are antiquated

• How do we navigate recovery depending upon race, gender, sexual-orientation, culture, male and female etc.

• Being creative in your spiritual recovery

• Love and support

• Exploring various options to supplement spiritual growth and staying sober.

• Those who suffer the addict

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Charlotte Karl's other works include, "If The Buddha.." series, "Finding Joy: 101 Ways to Free Your Spirit and Dance With Life", "Yes You Can: A Guide to Empowerment Groups" and more here: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/charlotte+kasl

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The strains and pains of quitting smoking cigarettes. Especially in early recovery. It sucks! But I feel better.

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Author and theologian Ted Peters discusses his book "UFOs: God's Chariots?" which opens up the idea of close encounters really being a spiritual experience and necessary revelation for the individual or perhaps an even more profound messaging from something greater. Ted is also the author of "Sin Boldy..." and other thoughtful works which can be found on his website.

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Author and theologian Ted Peters discusses his book "UFOs: God's Chariots?" which opens up the idea of close encounters really being a spiritual experience and necessary revelation for the individual or perhaps an even more profound messaging from something greater. Ted is also the author of "Sin Boldy..." and other thoughtful works which can be found on his website.

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Sensei Robert Chodo Campbell (Chodo) openly shares his remarkable and very personal story of pain, depression, alcoholism and drug addiction - his path to recovery through his twelve step program and eventually to his spiritual breakthrough when his future teacher opened his mind to Buddhist principles and the practices of meditation. PLEASE subscribe and rate or review...Feedback is always welcome! Thanks.

Chodo's own podcast can be found through the website www.ZenCare.org under "Listen To Talks"

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Author, Dr. Richard House openly discusses his personal story of destructive addiction, recovery and the uncanny and unexpected spiritual journey that he found himself lead upon...soul searching all over the world, the metaphysical and inner self to find his peace. No B.S. here.

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My blunt and sometimes scarily personal story of self, dealing with alcoholism and drug addiction, how I got to where I am, all of the hell I've been through and put others through & where I am now. - Part 2

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