Recovery Cultures

Refining the culture of recovery in the spirit of hope and faith in human potential

A culture of shame in 12-step recovery programs leads to low recovery rates, relapse and death

Part 2 —  Jillian visits an old friend and makes a choice that changes everything

There is no requirement for membership, but for acceptance, there are many

The discovery of the twelfth step laid the foundation of AA — sponsorship

Desperate addicts and alcoholics are being shamed to death by some of the most prized members of AA and NA

A crucial principle of recovery explained

Getting out of self is the key ingredient to getting better