Published: Aug. 09, 2011
Words: 68,447 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9780578079585

Short description

A nuts and bolts understanding of the 12 Step programs, capable of giving clear guidance that anyone from the atheist to the believer can follow. This book offers men and women insight into the underlying workings of the Twelve Steps,in and outside of the meetings. Offering new insight into three distinctive patterns of addiction. The light of this text will brighten your path to recover

Extended description

12 Steps Unlocked was written to give a fundamental, nuts and bolts understanding of how the Twelve Steps work for men and women in recovery. The book breaks out of the generalities about spirituality and gives specific and clear implementation of Twelve Step programs that anyone from the atheist to the believer can follow. It was written in part by a recovering alcoholic and addict, who also has been a clinician in the field of addictions for over thirty years. The manuscript was written by both a man and woman in Twelve Step recovery offering a perspective for both genders.
This book examines a new understanding of the characteristics of addictions that seem to follow three distinctive patterns. This is one of the first books to describe, in detail, characteristics of the isolating binge alcoholic/addict. It gives clear insight into the two other patterns of addiction involving the victim and the offender. We will show how addictions deteriorate the fabric of our relationships .. (Read more) 12 Steps Unlocked was written to give a fundamental, nuts and bolts understanding of how the Twelve Steps work for men and women in recovery. The book breaks out of the generalities about spirituality and gives specific and clear implementation of Twelve Step programs that anyone from the atheist to the believer can follow. It was written in part by a recovering alcoholic and addict, who also has been a clinician in the field of addictions for over thirty years. The manuscript was written by both a man and woman in Twelve Step recovery offering a perspective for both genders.
This book examines a new understanding of the characteristics of addictions that seem to follow three distinctive patterns. This is one of the first books to describe, in detail, characteristics of the isolating binge alcoholic/addict. It gives clear insight into the two other patterns of addiction involving the victim and the offender. We will show how addictions deteriorate the fabric of our relationships and ourselves. The book explains how addictions grow into taking control of our lives and a simple understanding of how denial works and how it replaces self-awareness. We break down character defects into three categories. The stories of those who have had the courage to make the program part of their lives are used for illustrating how the program works. Another precedent shows how the program aids in being in charge of our health and physical recovery.
You will see the program from the inside out and how the networking of the fellowship is an integral part of working the Steps. We have also contributed to a website: www.12StepsUnlocked.com for downloading Step worksheets to aid the reader in their recovery. The book provides an in-depth understanding of how the culture of recovery works outside of the Twelve Step meetings. It offers resources which are a “must know” to experience what recovery/sobriety can be. The material is insightful, and sometimes offers the true joy and humor that accompanies recovery. This book introduces a refreshing perspective offering answers to some of the hardest questions we approach in working our sobriety/recovery in the Twelve Steps.
The simplicity of how the book is written gives the newcomer an easy understanding of how addictions progress and how the Steps aid in a concrete way to create a strong foundation for sobriety/recovery. This book would be an excellent resource for those having difficulty understanding the fundamentals of Twelve Step programs. Those who struggle in accepting the concept of a God of their understanding will be able to see how this approach can offer a tangible solution to their dilemma. Regular members of Twelve Step programs, who are continuing to grow in their recovery, will be offered a deeper understanding of the Twelve Steps. Professionals can use this resource for educating their clients in several different ways. One aspect is defining the characteristics of addictions that the addict/alcoholic can identify with. Another is the application of the Twelve Steps with measurable goals and outcomes. This literature gives a fresh breath with new insights into addictions and Twelve Step implementation.
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alcoholism, recovery, alcoholics anonymous, addict, aa, addictions, sobriety, sobering, 12 steps, na, sober, narcotics anonymous

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Review by: Nikki weir on Aug. 24, 2011 :
I have been a counselor in addictions field for 7 years. I found this book to be amazing, it opened my eyes to the steps in a way that I hadn't seen before. The stories are a great mix in the book and brings out what the authors' are trying to get across. I thought the three patterns of addictions that is written in the beginning of the book really fits. I am eager to hear more, keep writing. Nikki W.
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Review by: leena schmidt on Aug. 21, 2011 :
I have been in recovery for 14 years and am an avid reader of 12 Step recovery materials. After reading this book I was impressed with the authors' view on addictions that I hadn't heard before. The material covering the 12 Steps was incredible, I found myself ready to work the steps again with this new and deeper perspective of my recovery. The Website is also a treat and has the ability to download worksheets for Step work, just what I was looking for. My husband also read the book and he has suggested it to several people that he sponsors.
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