Step 8 of AA is primarily about forgiveness — making peace with others and yourself. Stepping back from a life of alcoholism and seeing all the damage you caused can be devastating. This is a key moment, when you'll finally be coming to terms and learning how to live with what's salvageable in your life, even if those ... Read More
Molly Lauroesch
Molly Lauroesch
Molly has over 5 years of experience in the behavioral health field. She grew up just outside of Washington, D.C. and has been living in the South Florida area for the past 8 years. She completed her Associates Degree at Palm Beach State College and is currently pursuing her Bachelors in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at the University of Central Florida. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring nature trails with her dog as well as taking trips to Walt Disney World with her husband.
The Dangerous Appeal of Alcopops to Underage Drinkers
The manufacturers of various alcohol products and their marketers have been criticized for decades for marketing to young audiences. Messages might show beautiful young people enjoying the sun, surfing, and socializing on the beach—everyone with a delicious-looking alcoholic drink in hand. The messages might vary but ... Read More
Step 10 AA: How To Take a Continued Personal Inventory
Those who are working the 12-Step program know that each step is quite valuable. In Step 9, you worked through the process of making amends. When you're working Step 10 of Alcoholics Anonymous, you focus on taking a personal inventory. Step 10 is significantly different than the other steps because you’re now in the ... Read More
Step 6 AA: Addressing Character Defects
Embracing change means making commitments to yourself to rid your life of your defects and faults. In the 12-Step Program, Step 6 focuses on this key topic. What Is Step 6 of the 12 Steps and What Does It Mean? Are you ready for a change? It seems like a simple statement, but Step 6 of AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) asks ... Read More
Step 5 of AA: How Admitting Your Wrongs Can Propel Your Recovery
Step 5 AA instructs individuals to admit their wrongs to themselves, a higher power and another person. Take a look at these Step 5 examples for guidance. In the Alcoholics Anonymous 12-Step recovery program, the first step is admitting you have a problem. The further steps help you understand the consequences of ... Read More
Overcoming 3 Common Anxieties About Early Recovery
by Molly Mammen How will I handle not drinking? An essential part of getting sober is learning how to live life without the use of a substance. In many ways, alcoholism is the ultimate coping mechanism to take away or "cure" your feelings -- up until the time that it doesn't. Sobriety requires individuals to come ... Read More
Step 4 A.A.: Taking Your Fearless Moral Inventory
What is Step 4 in A.A.? While every step in the 12-step program presents a unique set of challenges, Step Four in Alcoholics Anonymous has gained notoriety as being the "scary" step. This is the step that requires you to take a long, hard, honest look at your character flaws. It can feel overwhelming and frightening ... Read More
Building Your Resume in Recovery
You’re working through recovery and feeling empowered by all that you’ve learned about substance abuse and mental health. Now, you’re working towards getting back into the workforce, a logical step in the progression of your treatment. How do you complete a resume for returning to work if there are big gaps in it from ... Read More
