The “A” and the “S” Conflict

By LifeRing | August 2, 2020

The “A” and the “S” Conflict Imagine that inside of each person who is struggling with drug and/or alcohol issues, there is a conflict between a voice that wants to keep drinking/using, and another voice that wants to be free of the drug and lead a better life. We abbreviate these voices as the “A”…

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Outside Recovery Articles

By LifeRing | February 20, 2020

Outside Recovery Articles HOT OFF THE PRESS: Alternative Steps to Recovery: Why The 12-Step Model Isn’t Right For Everyone  Mary Beth O’Connor, Recovered, 23 February 2024 | Recovered was formerly NCADD.org These articles published by external entities address different domains of our recovery journey Health and Exercise Exercise Reduces Cannabis Cravings.pdf Five do-it-yourself exercises to…

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The “3-S” Philosophy

By LifeRing | April 28, 2010

The “3-S” Philosophy of LifeRing “3-S” is short-hand for the fundamental principles of LifeRing:  Sobriety, Secularity, and Self-Empowerment.   Sobriety — LifeRing defines ‘sobriety’ as complete abstinence from alcohol or nonmedically indicated drugs. Sobriety means abstinence from alcohol and other drugs, unless medically indicated and taken as prescribed. This includes medically-assisted treatment, which LifeRing views…

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