Step 4: Truth

Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. “This step requires self-examination that can be uncomfortable, but honesty is essential in this process. The key is to identify any areas of past regret, embarrassment, guilt or anger.” In the first three steps of the 12-step program, you’ve admitted that...

Step 2: Hope.

“Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.” The moment they read Step Two, most A.A. newcomers are confronted with a dilemma, sometimes a serious one. How often have we heard them cry out, “Look what you people have done to us! You...

Battling Depression While in Recovery

Depression is more than just feeling a bit down. It is a medical illness that involves both mental and physical elements. Depression can impact every aspect of your  life and can make normal functioning almost impossible. It is estimated that 850,000 commit suicide as a result of depression each year....