12 Steps: Addiction Recovery, One Day at a Time

Few groups have helped people stay in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction than 12-step groups. In this episode, Steve Canino, the CEO, and owner of Coachella Valley Recovery Center talks with Jenny Leone about AA, the 12 steps, relapse, and the importance of working your program to deliver yourself from addiction.
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[@tomcollierblognation136]

Im 35 and just stopped today. I needed this for my journey

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

So happy to know this was helpful for you! Thanks for sharing!

[@courtneycoley8487]

How r u

[@chantezscott1776]

That's the most important day to start your journey. 1day at a time....

[@paulgrady4183]

Absolutely love what Steve is all about, I pretty much had the same experience, I no longer suffer with the trauma of alcoholism or addiction, and yes I found my God through doing the steps of AA, I work steps every day and yes im a better man for it. I can't believe how hard it is to pray or mention anything about God in the beginning, my kids could see my being physically sick or fighting with people,stealing,crying, they knew what drink or drugs I was using, but to get on my knees and say a prayer to my God I would shut the door so no one could see. I had my last drink on 23rd March 2019, I am a grateful recovered Alcoholic and I just wanted to say thank you for this positive message . God bless you 🙏 ❤️

[@xerxes2568]

I’m 24 and have been hooked on booze for over a year now. Drinking every day and night since. I have my first therapy session tomorrow and am so excited to actually get clean. This video helped me out so much to know that I am not alone with this problem. Thank you

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

I'm so glad to hear that our video was helpful to you and that you're taking steps towards recovery. Starting therapy is a big step and a sign of your commitment to getting better. Remember, you're definitely not alone in this journey. If you need additional support or someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at [phone].

[@jonahstieglitz6159]

Hey dude, I’m a year older but I have been drinking too much for 6+ years. I’m 9 days sober today. I hope you were successful in quitting because I can tell you first hand it only gets harder and worse. If you ever need someone to talk to (it can sometimes be easier with someone closer in age) about anything I would be more than happy to talk. I wish you the best.

[@xerxes2568]

@@jonahstieglitz6159 I actually just hit 100 days sober today and I’m loving it. Keep going man it gets so much better. I have faith in you

[@Theballer24nov]

I have just started my recovery stage I am a very young youth and I was very horribly trapped in drugs addiction but this video have encouraged me a lot thanks for such good advices it will help me a lot to stay clean and fight in this recovery process

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

We're so grateful to hear that our video has resonated with you and offered encouragement in your recovery journey. Remember, it's a step by step process, and every single day clean is a victory. Keep fighting and know that you're not alone in this. We're here, rooting for you. Thank you for your courage in sharing your journey with us. Stay strong

[@staceymurray9644]

I am just starting my recovery it's been 3 weeks and its amazing the support ❤❤

[@scottyngo2635]

I am 30 today is my first day to recovery

[@chantezscott1776]

The most important day.

[@gabriellef]

Such an important conversation to be had. Thank you so much for posting! Going to my first meeting tomorrow

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thank you so much for the comment the support.

[@DannyChilders-o6w]

I've really enjoyed this video. I had 22 yrs sober , I relapsed and stayed in relapse for 10 years . I now have 5 years clean and sober. I'm 57 yrs old now and the happiest I've ever been . I work for a mental health service with people with issues with drugs and alcohol. I also teach addiction classes and 12 steps. I'm a Godly man and a great full believer in Jesus christ . Thank you for sharing this video.

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thank you for sharing your incredible journey and for your inspiring words. Congratulations on your 5 years of sobriety and for the amazing work you're doing to help others. Your story is truly uplifting. If you or someone you know needs support, please call us at [phone].

[@beautyriva]

I did see so many AA relapsing in the last 40 years. So they helped me to stay sober and not stop to go to the meetings.

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

It's great to hear that attending AA meetings has been a helpful part of your sobriety journey. Everyone's path to recovery is unique, and finding what works for you is what matters most. Keep up the strong work

[@suzushiEitan]

What Steve says about God is something I felt, but couldn't articulate till watching this video. The very word has power, whatever it actual content may be. It lives in my heart and helps me be a little better each day

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Amen

[@Irvinlopez-v9s]

That realization was called honesty to me

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

💯

[@jasonramdas]

U are an incredible person love the work u are doing God is guiding u all the way 🙏 ❤

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thank you so much for the support and positive words.

[@jonahstieglitz6159]

I'm 25 with 6 years of drinking over half a liter a day. I'm on day 2 of detox. It's very encouraging knowing there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Congratulations on taking this important step toward recovery. It's encouraging to know there is hope and support available. If you or someone you know needs assistance during this journey, please call us at [phone]. We're here to help.

[@dbarpuck]

Btw if it is the Dave F that im thinking of from texas that was friends with Mark Houston, wow are you in good hands! From Mass here and have a couple sober living homes, would love to connect!

[@markadams8041]

I just used the Alan Carr book. I also hate the hitting bottom concept in 12 step groups and I believe in the spectrum as opposed to disease concept.

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Appreciate your perspective, thanks for commenting!

[@joshuawilliams8523]

It's not a concept it's a fact. Alcoholism is recognised as a disease by the world health organisation

[@markadams8041]

@@joshuawilliams8523 alcohol abuse syndrome is a fact. There is no such thing as alcoholism. Like communism and leftism. It doesn't exist. It has never existed.

[@courtneycoley8487]

Exactly the brain chemistry definitely changes

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thanks for the comment and for supporting our channel. We appreciate you.

[@barbarawhite2918]

Congratulations

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thank you : )

[@carloszerpa2312]

Thank yoy guys

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thanks for watching!

[@YouTubefan12121]

@29:20

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

❤

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@ 31:10

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

❤️

[@Justins-handle]

Relapse can be a part of the disease

[@LatashaJones-e2x]

😂🎉 amen

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Amen!

[@kyleknell5118]

Great to see would be good to here your share on the zoom meetings god bless you 🙏

[@bedetaylor5160]

Relapse is not a part of the disease. The disease is ambivalent. Relapse is a part of recovery and the various different treatment approaches.

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thank you for sharing your perspective with us Bede, it is very appreciated.

[@mstevens564]

AA is free. No insurance. No money needed.

[@johnywoodsman2890]

Bs

[@kurtferreira3668]

This was a treat. If I lived in the same country I’d have loved this guy to be my sponsor!

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

We are so happy you enjoyed the conversation. Thanks so much for tuning in!

[@Irvinlopez-v9s]

Make this happen as that sounds more like an excuse

[@kurtferreira3668]

@@Irvinlopez-v9s ok, god.

[@uzo992]

you know what a recovering alchy really is: someone who decided eons ago to drink themselves to death, but when the dieing part started they chickened out

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thank you for sharing your perspective. Recovery is a personal and challenging journey for many, and everyone's path is unique. If you or someone you know needs help or support, we’re here to assist at [phone].

[@Mambie451]

AA has a 5-10% success rate, and it is the voices of that 5-10% heard extolling its virtues. AA is vehemently being debunked by professionals in the field. If you are struggling in AA. IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT. You are not "constitutionally incapable of being honest" with yourself. AA's idealogy can be damaging for some and even deadly. If you're one of the 5-10%, my "hat is off to you," but please do not encourage struggling, vulnerable people to get into the program more. 5-10% is pretty low odds to bet someones life on!

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thank you for sharing your perspective. It's important to recognize that different approaches work for different people, and not every program suits everyone. There are many paths to recovery, and it's crucial to find what works best for each individual. If you or someone you know needs support or more information on alternative recovery options, please call us at [phone].

[@dbarpuck]

Only 5-10% of the people actually do the work in AA thats why the raw data might not look good which isnt a fair representation at all of how powerful the 12 steps are, think about how gyms have huge memberships but how many actually do the work? Schools are full of students but how many actually do well? The ones that put in the work thats who

[@dbarpuck]

Also feel free to find another way, if you ever need AA it will be there!

[@Jack-il3qv]

'The faults of others are not discussed, we stick to our own.. Read it in a book. ' How the sober people live,,

[@bayoubabe6698]

Thank you. I needed to hear this🥰🙏♥️

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

So happy that you found it helpful. Thanks for the support!

[@bruno12_3]

Fantastic

[@JakeyT-g9i]

If these 12 step programs and rehabs want more credibility they would do well to temper down the obvious thing a lot of people see, which is everybody saying the same things and showing no sense of individuality or independent thought. Do people realize not everybody who goes through substance abuse issues has the exact same fucking story? Its a problem when these meetings and rehabs attempt to not just tell their own story, but to try and lump me in as destined to have the exact same story. Drug use or no drug use, other people dont have the right to attempt to write my own story for me. Also if it truly is a real medical disease then treat it as such. Dont say that then turn around and say the solution is a religious, groupthink cult. It makes zero sense and anyone with any critical thinking skills can see this plainly.

[@TheEdgeTreatmentCenter]

Thanks for your input. You're right, individual experiences with substance abuse vary greatly, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work for everyone. It's important for recovery programs to recognize and respect each person's unique journey.