The 12th Step Podcast

Hey listeners! 🌟 In this heartfelt episode, we delve into a touching email from a listener grappling with the complexities of co-parenting in the shadow of her ex-husband's addiction.

Tune in as we unpack the emotional journey she's facing and share our insights on navigating this challenging terrain. From addressing the impact on her relationship with her daughter to exploring potential solutions, we're here to provide support and understanding.

Join us for an empathetic discussion on family dynamics, addiction's ripple effects, and the resilience required to navigate such difficult situations. Your stories and questions are always welcome – after all, we're in this together.

🎧 Listen now to gain valuable perspectives and share your thoughts on this crucial topic.

In this episode, we share a poignant email from a concerned mom addressing her son's struggle with sexual addiction, exploring the harsh realities her family faces within their community.

Tune in for a compassionate exploration of addiction, fostering empathy, and breaking down barriers. 

Technology's purpose is to improve the quality of life for humanity. But unfortunately, in many ways it has provided unintended consequences, for example, serving as stimuli for sex addiction. Dr. Patrick Carnes says that as technologies evolve, we must remain vigilant about this issue, especially when it comes to adolescents. But can vigilance and treatment practices evolve just as rapidly as technology?

Do you find yourself in a situation where family events are uncomfortable due to yoru addiction? Or do you find yourself in  situation that because of yoru addiction and choices that you're not allowed to attend. Tune in to this episode where our very own Daniel opens up about his experiences with this topic, how he handle things, and what our advice to you is. 

Tune in as we go over an email from one of our listeners. In this episode we address the listerners questions, thoughts, and concerns regarding how they struggle with their addiction.

Tune in as we go over an email from one of our listeners. In this episode we address the listerners questions, thoughts, and concerns regarding if they are an addict.

A sponsor is a mentor or a guide that is there to help you and they themselves have been in recovery and have worked through the steps. However, what happens when you are struggling to work with your sponsor? We dive into that very subject thanks to a listener email. Tune in to this episode to find what we have to say regarding this topic.

What does sobriety look like for a sex addict? Though sobriety can take on many forms depending on yoru circumstances, the input from your partner, therapist, and more. Tune in as we cover this great question sent in by one of our listeners. 

Many individuals grapple with overwhelming emotions and memories in the face of addiction recovery. Embracing the present moment through practicing mindfulness offers a beacon of hope. Mindfulness allows individuals to anchor themselves, providing clarity and calm amidst the recovery storm. Tune as we discuss why being present is an important part of yoru recovery.

Tune in as we talk about multiple addictions that is referred to as “co-occurring addictions” or “cross addictions”. And it’s crucial they be addressed for anyone who is wanting long-term health and recovery. Many people who experience addiction struggle with other addictive processes. This process known as “switching addictions” - attempts to stop one addiction results in an increase in addictive use of another substance or behaviour such as disordered eating or excessive internet use increasing when substance use ends.