Tara Boyce
Tara Boyce
Are You Buying The Stairway To Heaven?
Are You Buying The Stairway To Heaven?
Are You Buying The Stairway To Heaven?
Friday 29th October 2021
Tara Boyce debunks myths about 12-step recovery, shares personal struggles, and explores various meeting types in this engaging episode.
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40 minutes
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Tara Boyce
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!12-Step Recovery: Debunking Myths and Embracing Healing
I wish I had been able to see past the-step cultic exterior earlier and understand that the steps are healing tools.
Ever wondered what all the fuss is about with 12-step recovery programs? Tara Boyce tackles this hot topic head-on in this episode of 'Addicted to Recovery: The Interactive Memoir'. With her signature candidness, Tara dives into the myriad opinions surrounding 12-step recovery—whether it's seen as a supportive community or a cult-like group, and everything in between. She doesn't shy away from sharing her own struggles, especially with the 'God thing' that often turns people off.
Tara spent over 15 years wrestling with this aspect, and she offers valuable insights on how she finally made peace with it. The episode also sheds light on the variety of 12-step meetings available—from discussion and speaker meetings to meditation and LGBTQ+ gatherings. Tara highlights how these different formats can cater to diverse needs, making the program more accessible to everyone.
One memorable moment is when Tara quotes a listener who said, 'I wish I had been able to see past the 12-step cultic exterior earlier and understand that the steps are healing tools'. This episode is a treasure trove of raw honesty, practical advice, and thought-provoking discussions. Whether you're skeptical about 12-step programs or looking for ways to enrich your recovery journey, Tara's reflections will resonate deeply.