12 Step Myths Exploded!

Two myths limit complete recovery in Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12 Step groups according to Anne Wayman, author of Powerfully Recovered! - the myths of perpetual powerlessness and never-ending recovery.

In this groundbreaking book Wayman, who has been clean and sober over 25 years and is convinced the 12 Steps offer the best chance for lasting recovery, shows how the myths developed. She details the damage they do to individuals and groups and shows 12 Steppers exactly how they can work the Program without the myths.

"The Program, as it was originally written," Wayman said recently, "shows us how to let go of our fears along with our addiction so we can become and stay powerfully recovered. The fears of never ending recovery and perpetual powerlessness are damaging myths that have grown up in the 12 Step programs over time."

Wayman wrote the book because she felt the myths were growing and, as a result, limiting the true potential of the programs and their members. Not only do the myths limit 12 Steppers' ability to move freely in the world, she explained, they also prevent some of those who most need recovery from ever trying a 12 Step program. "I'm convinced," she said, "that the myths are a major reason why we see so few people of color in 12 Step rooms."

Readers agree with her. Typical reader comments include: "She tells it like it is!" "Thanks for your book; I'll pass it along." "I am so impressed! And relieved! It's so great to find that there are others, esp. other women, who have very much the same idea! I am a recovered alcoholic and addict also... though I usually say 'retired.'"

Powerfully Recovered! is now in its second and expanded edition. It contains original cartoons and an enlarged resource section. It is available in bookstores, online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and the authors website: http://www.powerfullyrecovered.com

Contact: Anne Wayman - wayman@inetworld.net - 619-298-5737

ISBN: 1-58112-876-2