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The Hero’s Journey: From Addiction to Hero – Part 3

The Hero’s Journey: From Addiction to Hero – Part 3

Table of Contents 2 3 The Hero's Journey Ends - Part 3 Phase 9: The Reward (Seizing the Sword)Phase 10: The Road Back Phase 11: Resurrection Phase 12: Return with the Elixir Conclusion: You Are the HeroResources:Written By Tony Harte The Hero’s Journey Ends...
Progress Not Perfection: A Guide to Recovery in AA

Progress Not Perfection: A Guide to Recovery in AA

Progress Not Perfection: Recovery is a Journey It does not take much time for a typical newcomer to the AA rooms to hear the phrase “progress not perfection.” There is a simple reason this phrase is used freely and frequently; it is the ONLY way to get from point A to...
A Definition of Addiction: Keeping It Simple

A Definition of Addiction: Keeping It Simple

  Addiction Explained: From History to Modern Understanding   Due to it’s complexity, a simple definition of addiction can be difficult to find.  It can be overwhelming to do an online search to gain an understanding of all that addiction entails. While the...
The Hero’s Journey: From Addiction to Hero – Part 2

The Hero’s Journey: From Addiction to Hero – Part 2

Table of Contents 2 3 The Hero's Journey ContinuesPhase 5: Crossing the ThresholdAct II: Initiation (The Special World)Phase 6: Tests, Allies, and EnemiesPhase 7: Approach to the Inmost CavePhase 8: The OrdealConclusionResources:Written By Tony Harte The Hero’s...
Step 6: Entirely Ready to Let Go and Let God

Step 6: Entirely Ready to Let Go and Let God

AA Step 6: A Guide to Willingness and Change Congratulations! You have worked hard to get to AA Step 6. Working the steps one through five is some heavy lifting, friends. Making it this far also demonstrates that you are serious about your recovery. Few who are not...