Step Nine of the 12 Steps : We Made Direct Amends to Such Persons, Except When To Do So Would Injure Them or Others - Kemah Palms Recovery Kemah, Texas 77565Step Nine of the 12 Steps : We Made Direct Amends to Such Persons, Except When To Do So Would Injure Them or Others - Kemah Palms Recovery Kemah, Texas 77565
Kemah Palms Recovery - Alcohol & Drug Treatment
Learn how to make amends in Step Nine without causing more harm, guided by experts from Kemah Palms Recovery.
7:41•2 Aug 2021
Step Nine: Making Amends Without Reopening Old Wounds
“Taking open responsibility for one's actions is a good habit to get into, and if the incident involves someone whose path you regularly cross, it's near impossible to re-establish an open relationship without coming clean.”
Facing the people we've hurt can be one of the toughest parts of recovery. Step Nine of the 12 Steps program is all about making amends, but it comes with a crucial caveat: sometimes, sharing the truth can do more harm than good. In this episode, the experts at Kemah Palms Recovery break down how to approach this delicate step.
They emphasize that while it's important to take responsibility for past actions, it's equally important to protect others from unnecessary pain. If rekindling old memories could cause more harm than healing, it might be best to hold back. This episode offers practical advice on how to decide when and how to make amends, and when to seek guidance from a mentor. It's a must-listen for anyone on the path to sobriety, providing invaluable insights into balancing honesty with compassion.
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