What AA Skeptics Can Learn From the 12 Steps with Arlina AllenWhat AA Skeptics Can Learn From the 12 Steps with Arlina Allen
Alcohol Tipping Point
Arlina Allen is a Certified Sobriety Coach & Hypnotist, The Founder of Sober Life School, and Host of the award-winning podcast “The One Day at a Time Recovery Podcast.” She specializes in helping smart, busy, professional women to quit drinking and create a life they love. This fall she is releasing her book, The 12 Step Guide for Skeptics. Arlina has been sober for 30 years, happily married for 27 plus years and is the mother of two amazing young adult men and mama to Teddy, the family English Bulldog. And, fun fact, lives in the same area as me in Idaho! As an AA skeptic myself, I really appreciated this conversation with Arlina. She shares how Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12 Steps were helpful for her and walks us through some of the more “problematic” steps with a fresh perspective. We talk about: How Arlina quit drinking How the approach to sobriety and drinking has changed since she quit drinking 30 years ago The controversy around the word “alcoholic
1:06:23•12 Jun 2024
Unlocking the 12 Steps: Insights for AA Sceptics with Arlina Allen
Episode Overview
- Arlina Allen shares her unique perspective on the 12 Steps and how they can benefit even those sceptical about AA.
- Importance of self-examination, responsibility, and emotional management in recovery.
- Societal pressures that influence drinking behaviour.
- Various tools available today to help people change their relationship with alcohol.
- Practical advice and heartfelt stories that can inspire anyone on their journey to sobriety.
“Service is probably the fastest way out of low self-esteem because it's hard to look into the eyes of gratitude and feel bad about yourself”
Ever wondered if the 12 Steps could offer something even to those sceptical of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)? In this episode of Alcohol Tipping Point, host Deb Mazner sits down with Arlina Allen, a Certified Sobriety Coach, Hypnotist, and founder of Sober Life School. Arlina, who has been sober for 30 years, shares her unique perspective on the 12 Steps and how they can benefit even those who are sceptical about AA.
Arlina's upcoming book, 'The 12 Step Guide for Skeptics,' aims to break down barriers and make the 12 Steps accessible to everyone. She talks about her journey to sobriety, the challenges she faced, and how the principles of AA helped her transform her life. Deb and Arlina discuss the importance of self-examination, responsibility, and emotional management in recovery.
They also touch on the societal pressures that influence drinking behaviour and the various tools available today to help people change their relationship with alcohol. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and heartfelt stories that can inspire anyone on their journey to sobriety. So, if you're curious about how the 12 Steps can fit into your life, or if you're looking for new ways to support your recovery, this episode is a must-listen.
Tune in to hear Arlina's wisdom and gain valuable insights that could change your perspective on sobriety.
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