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Podcast: Alive and Free
Episode: 12-Step Trauma
Description: 12-step programs and other well-meaning groups have done a lot of good in the world. But they've also ruined people's sense of freedom and joy. These programs try to help members escape addictions, but accidentally traumatize people into thinking they're the only way to treat addiction, depression, and anxiety. The truth is there isn't only one way to overcome addiction, self-loathing, anxiety, or depression. And you should steer clear of any program which says they're the only way. In this episode, I'm revealing different and slightly weird ways to overcome your suffering (especially if...