Life Recovery Today with Stephen Arterburn

 Steve Arterburn and Chris Williams share about how to find true wisdom that will lead to peace in life and help you have peace in the midst of recovery.

Steve Arterburn and Dr. Sheri Keffer discuss gaslighting, addressing what it is; why people do it; examples of what it can look like; the toll it can take; and how to empower yourself if you experience gaslighting.  

Picking up from last week, Dr. David Stoop continues his explanation of the three commitments that are in the 12 steps and shares where they surface in Steps 7 – 12.

 Dr. David Stoop explains that there are three commitments in the 12 steps, and in this 2-part series, he covers the commitments in Steps 1 – 6.

Milan Yerkovich discusses why growth can feel uncomfortable and shares insights on the growth process. He offers encouragement to pick the pain of growth over the pain of staying stuck

Moving beyond anger is essential in recovery! Steve Arterburn shares practical tips on how to un-anger yourself and your communication to move forward in life and recovery. 

Steve Arterburn, Laura Mangin-McDonald, and Stacey Sadler share thoughts on how it is never too late to start recovery and provide direction on how to rehab and repair relationships

Steve Arterburn shares thoughts on stress and addiction. Dr. Sheri Keffer explains the barriers that can prevent a person from communicating their needs and shares practical tips for intentionally asking for what you need.

Steve Arterburn shares thoughts about Step 7 in Recovery. Dr. John Townsend teaches about what it means to be emotionally available as well as addresses the topic of panic attacks.  

 Steve Arterburn offers insights on codependency and Step 7 in Recovery. Amanda Anderson discussed the origins of codependency; what it means to fight for your recovery; and the importance of self-care in recovery.

The world is changing, and Steve Arterburn and Becky Brown discuss how to face those changes. For some, anxiety becomes a real issue and Becky shares tips on how to live with and love a person who is struggling with anxiety.

 Steve Arterburn shares about Step 4 in recovery. Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris explains the effect that having an addict in the household has on all the family members; the lasting impact that it creates; and the importance of finding healing for yourself

 Steve Arterburn explains the counterintuitive idea of surrender leading to victory. Dr. Sam Fraser addresses misconceptions about what surrender is; what it is not; and explains how it benefits those in recovery. 

Steve Arterburn shares thoughts about surrender, honesty, and Step 4 of the Recovery process. Milan Yerkovich shares how to deal with childhood trauma and discusses what God has to say about anger

Steve Arterburn shares thoughts about Step 2 and a higher power and Chris Williams discusses key principles on recovery from sex addiction covering the topics of fear; responsibility; holiness; community; and courage.

 With comments from Steve Arterburn about Step 1 and the need to involve others in your recovery, Dr. Alice Benton shares about self-harm and the importance of having a community for those battling depression.

Terry Smith went to a Recovery meeting for her son’s addiction and realized that her enabling behavior was harmful to her son. Soon after, she began codependency recovery for herself. The 12 Steps helped them both, and her son is 11 years sober.

Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris, a military veteran, shares how a Life Recovery experience can assist with the difficult transition from military life back to civilian life.  

Although her husband was the one with an alcohol addiction, when Leticia Galey also began recovery, healing occurred in her marriage. Today, she and her husband are pastors and help others find freedom.

After a life of rejection, abuse, addiction, and suicide attempts, Paula Abbott followed a cute guy into a church, heard about Jesus and was convicted. Diving into the Bible was the start of her recovery. 25 yrs sober, she spreads a message of hope.

Although her husband was the one with an alcohol addiction, when Leticia Galey also began recovery, healing occurred in her marriage. Today, she and her husband are pastors and help others find freedom.

After a decade of using drugs, booze, and sex to numb out the pain of childhood sexual abuse, Tricha Craig’s wakeup call came when she was 23 and pregnant. She walked away from a life of destruction and God flooded her life. Today, she’s a pastor.  

When Jake Harrell’s porn addiction was first exposed, he felt shame and guilt. After working a recovery program, those feelings gave way to the freedom that comes from being fully known and in control of your life, ultimately benefiting his marriage. 

After 12 trips to the ER for drinking, Lisa Cary was admitted. She shared her story with a chaplain and he shared Jesus’ love. While hospitalized, she worked steps 1-3 of recovery and continued upon discharge. Now 13 years sober, she helps others.  

Steve Arterburn and Becky Brown discuss the unexpected benefits you receive when working a Life Recovery program.