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Why Saying ‘AA Doesn’t Work’ Is a Lazy Argument

Why Saying ‘AA Doesn’t Work’ Is a Lazy Argument

Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingThe "AA Doesn't Work" Absolute vs. The Variable Reality Cognitive Misers and Effortless Thinking in RecoveryWhy Long-Lasting Programs Like AA EndureAA Success Rates: The Problem with Raw Success NumbersThe Original Goal: Helping the...
Why Sobriety Feels Boring (And Why It’s A Good Sign)

Why Sobriety Feels Boring (And Why It’s A Good Sign)

Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingWhy Sobriety Feels Boring: The Deeper ReasonsThe Psychology of Why Sobriety Feels Boring in Recovery The Loss of Dopamine HighsSocial Habits Built Around DrinkingThe Challenge of Self-ReflectionPerspectives on Boredom: Wisdom from AA...
Courage & Sobriety: A Stoic Path to Recovery

Courage & Sobriety: A Stoic Path to Recovery

Table of Contents 2 3 The Courage It Takes to Get & Stay Sober: A Stoic Approach to RecoveryWhy Courage Matters in RecoveryThe Stoic Mindset: Finding Strength in SufferingStoic Courage vs. False BravadoReal Courage in Sobriety Courage in Action: Steps on the Path...
The Power of the Stoic Virtues in Sobriety – Part 2

The Power of the Stoic Virtues in Sobriety – Part 2

Table of Contents 2 3 Stoic Virtues for Recovery: Courage, Justice & Temperance for a Sober LifeIntroduction to Stoic Virtues in Addiction RecoveryCultivating Courage: Facing Challenges in RecoveryPractical Ways to Practice Stoic CourageEmbracing Justice:...
The Power of the Stoic Virtues in Sobriety – Part 1

The Power of the Stoic Virtues in Sobriety – Part 1

Table of Contents 2 3 Stoic Virtues & Addiction Recovery: Understanding Wisdom Understanding Stoicism: Core Principles and History A Brief Introduction to AddictionStoic Virtues: Foundations for a Meaningful LifeStoic Wisdom: Distinguishing Knowledge and...