Ep 22 How AA Sponsors Block Us From Understanding Ourselves

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AA told me I had “alcoholic thinking," and "untreated alcoholism" amongst other terms Bill made up.

But it turns out… I’m autistic. And ADHD.

Not broken, not diseased, not spiritually bankrupt—just wired differently.

In today’s Daily Dogma Detox episode, I’m unpacking how Alcoholics Anonymous blocked me from discovering who I really am. I was misdiagnosed inside the rooms—told that my neurodivergent traits were “character defects,” my sensory overwhelm was “untreated alcoholism,” and my entire internal world was a spiritual sickness.

But it wasn’t.

Inside the AA framework, I couldn’t see clearly.

Outside of it, I could finally meet myself.

We talk about:

Why AA’s language and ideology delay accurate diagnoses
How autism and ADHD often get mislabeled as “alcoholism”
What it feels like to pray away your traits (and fail)
The difference between self-medication and addiction
And how modern tools can actually help us thrive

If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s more to your story than “alcoholism”… there probably is. And it’s safe to get curious.

🧠 Need support after leaving AA?

Check out my course: Deprogram

It’s not a group. It’s not a meeting. It’s a powerful self-guided experience to help you deprogram, reclaim your identity, and move forward—on your own terms.

Check out the Deprogramming course 👇

🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course

🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷

📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube

🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇

📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass

🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course

📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book

🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal

📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction

🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇

🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin

🚀 Rocket Your Recovery

💊 Digital Anxiety Pill

💥 Big Dream Energy

💗 Live Your Truth

🚘 Driving Anxiety

💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie

DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation.

Let’s get f*cking free.

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Ep 22 How AA Sponsors Block Us From Understanding Ourselves

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published 21 days ago

MP3•Episode home

AA told me I had “alcoholic thinking," and "untreated alcoholism" amongst other terms Bill made up.

But it turns out… I’m autistic. And ADHD.

Not broken, not diseased, not spiritually bankrupt—just wired differently.

But it wasn’t.

Inside the AA framework, I couldn’t see clearly.

Outside of it, I could finally meet myself.

We talk about:

Why AA’s language and ideology delay accurate diagnoses
How autism and ADHD often get mislabeled as “alcoholism”
What it feels like to pray away your traits (and fail)
The difference between self-medication and addiction
And how modern tools can actually help us thrive

If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s more to your story than “alcoholism”… there probably is. And it’s safe to get curious.

🧠 Need support after leaving AA?

Check out my course: Deprogram

It’s not a group. It’s not a meeting. It’s a powerful self-guided experience to help you deprogram, reclaim your identity, and move forward—on your own terms.

Check out the Deprogramming course 👇

🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course

🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷

📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube

🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇

📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass

🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course

📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book

🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal

📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction

🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇

🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin

🚀 Rocket Your Recovery

💊 Digital Anxiety Pill

💥 Big Dream Energy

💗 Live Your Truth

🚘 Driving Anxiety

💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie

DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation.

Let’s get f*cking free.

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Ep 37 What's The Hardest Part of Leaving AA? 6:32

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Let's open up about the reason leaving Alcoholics Anonymous is so hard. For me, it was probably the phobia indoctrination , the deeply ingrained belief that to leave is to die. ✨ But today is about you . What’s been the hardest part for you about leaving AA? Whether you’re freshly out or still untangling the mindset years later, this episode holds space for your truth—and invites you to share it. 📥 DM me on Instagram @sobrietybestie or comment on Sobriety Bestie YouTube . Your experience might inspire an episode or mini-series to better support you and others on this journey. 💡 In this episode: The phobia that kept Kirsten stuck for 10 years Why silence protects ideology—not people What exit trauma really feels like The freedom that unfolds on the other side of fear Why speaking out leads to deeper deprogramming You are not alone. And you are not powerless . Let’s keep waking up, together. 💥…

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Ep 36 The Mindf*ck of Being Half In and Half Out of AA 15:32

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What if you're going to meetings, working with a sponsor, maybe even doing the steps… but deep down, you don’t believe it anymore? Today’s episode is for you. This is a living f*cking amends to anyone I ever indoctrinated into AA. I used to believe it all. I taught it all. And now I know better. If you're stuck in that weird in-between— half in, half out —you're not alone. And you're not crazy. We’re talking about: What it feels like to question AA while still in it The emotional + mental toll of staying silent around your doubts Why “alcoholism” isn’t a real diagnosis—and what is Whether harm reduction inside AA is even possible Tips from folks who deprogrammed while still attending meetings Why your gut knows when it’s time to leave A call to trust yourself, your brain, and your future 👉🏽 This episode is a permission slip. Not to do what I say—but to listen to yourself. And if you’ve been silently struggling, I’d love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the YouTube version of this episode here or DM me—let’s start a better conversation about recovery, truth, and autonomy. Because it’s not your job to conform. It’s your right to get free. 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 📖 30 Signs You're Being Emotionally Manipulated guide 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 💬 Let’s Connect: @SobrietyBestie…

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Ep 35 Finding A Good Therapist After AA 7:44

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When you're deprogramming from Alcoholics Anonymous or any high-control group, finding the right therapist can make all the difference. In this episode of the Sobriety Bestie Podcast, I walk you through key questions to ask when choosing a therapist — based on advice from cult recovery expert Dr. Janja Lalich. This isn’t just about credentials. It’s about alignment, safety, and whether your therapist truly supports your freedom — not just your compliance. Read the list of Q's on Dr. Janja Lalich's website here . 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 📖 30 Signs You're Being Emotionally Manipulated guide 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 34 Is Your Therapist Stunting Your Growth? 15:04

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If your therapist is in AA and reinforces the fear, they’re not holding space for your healing — they’re likely holding you hostage to an outdated ideology. In this episode of the Sobriety Bestie Podcast, we’re diving into a hard truth: You can’t deprogram from AA with a therapist who’s still inside the program. Even if they claim to be open-minded or say they support other paths… if they're still in the rooms, they’re still operating from AA's limiting framework. 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 Want to dive deeper? Check out my deprogramming AA course: 🌀 Deprogram Course 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 📖 30 Signs You're Being Emotionally Manipulated guide 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 33 The Craziest Thing My Sponsor Said - the 13th step 16:29

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Today I’m telling the story of the most disturbing thing my AA sponsor ever said to me. It was about a known predator in our Alcoholics Anonymous meetings… and how she spiritualized it. This is part of the deprogramming AA series and a crucial conversation about the 13th step—a term so common it has its own name, and that alone should raise alarms. If you've ever felt unsafe, doubted your gut, or experienced sexual predation inside Alcoholics Anonymous—this one's for you. You're not alone. It's safe to trust yourself. Healing is possible. Freedom is available. And silence is not the solution. Free resources + online courses mentioned: 📺 My TED talk on s*xual abuse + addiction 😞 The 13th Step Documentary by Monica Richardson 📕 Heartgasm Revolution Book – Emotional sobriety meets self love 🌀 Deprogram AA course – Reclaim your power + rebuild self-trust 🦁 L iberated in Sober Skin course – Build emotional freedom + rediscover your purpose 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 32 Thirty Signs You're Being Emotionally Manipulated 27:54

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In 30 signs you're being emotionally manipulated, we're diving in so you can recognize emotional manipulation in real time AND reclaim your power. We’re diving into 30 emotional manipulation tactics—what they are, how they show up in everyday life, and how they’re often used inside Alcoholics Anonymous. This episodes corresponding free guide and online course 👇 📖 30 Signs You're Being Emotionally Manipulated guide 🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 31 Does AA Become A New Addiction? 16:33

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You got sober—but did you get free? In this episode of the Sobriety Bestie Podcast , we’re talking about something few people in recovery circles are willing to touch: the idea that Alcoholics Anonymous itself can become addictive. For some of us, the meetings, the steps, the fellowship… it all felt like self medicine. Or maybe it never did. Does AA become another addiction? We'll dive into: How AA can become a new form of dependency Why the “daily reprieve” might actually be lifetime codependency The emotional, biochemical, and psychological hits that kept us hooked The trauma-informed lens on early sobriety and self-medication What helped me break free—and what might help you, too Whether you felt high on AA or just scared to leave, this conversation is for you. Let’s unpack the layers with honesty, compassion, and zero shame. Because leaving recovery shouldn’t feel like a relapse—and questioning the program doesn’t make you broken. It makes you courageous AF. 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 📖 30 Signs You're Being Emotionally Manipulated guide 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 30 Alcoholics Anonymous Costs More Than You Think 14:04

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Everyone says AA is free. But what if it’s not? In this episode of the Sobriety Bestie Podcast , we break down the real costs of Alcoholics Anonymous—from the thousands of hours of unpaid emotional labor to the therapy bills many of us face after leaving. If you’ve ever paid to unfuck your mind from 12-step ideology, this is for you. We’ll dive into: The hidden emotional, psychological, and financial costs of long-term AA involvement Why “free” often means unpaid labor and internalized guilt How coercive control can feel like service when you believe it’s saving your life The cost of deprogramming—and why it’s the best money you’ll ever spend The truth about purpose, dopamine, and building a meaningful life outside of recovery If you’ve spent years sponsoring, sharing, showing up, and being told your value was in how much you gave away—this episode will hit deep. It’s time to talk about what we gave, what we lost, and why leaving AA might be the most liberating decision we’ve ever made. Check out the Deprogramming course 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 29 The Hidden Danger in AA's Disease Model 14:05

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Today in our deprogram AA series we’re unpacking how the AA disease model doesn’t just offer support—it can program you into a state of learned helplessness. What starts as help can turn into a trap: you’re told you’re powerless, broken, and forever in recovery. But what if that’s not true? What if the idea of having a “fatal, progressive disease” is a belief system—not a biological reality—and what if that belief is what’s keeping you stuck? We explore: The origins of AA’s disease concept (spoiler: Bill was a salesman) How “powerlessness” becomes programming The myth of the disease doing pushups in the parking lot The emotional cost of being told recovery is forever And how to unbrainwash yourself so you can finally move on, empowered This episode is for anyone questioning the forever recovery model, wondering if they’ve already healed, and ready to reclaim their autonomy, agency, and actual freedom. Check out the Deprogramming course 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 28 Identity Manipulation + Self Diagnosis in AA 15:45

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What if you weren’t an “alcoholic” after all? In this episode, we dive deep into two of AA’s most insidious high-control tactics: 🔹 Identity manipulation 🔹 Self-diagnosis under pressure We unpack: How AA gets you to adopt the “alcoholic” label when you’re at your most vulnerable Why that label isn’t a medical diagnosis (and never has been) The harm that comes from mistaking neurodivergence, trauma, or mental health struggles as “alcoholism” How many folks only discovered their ADHD, autism, or bipolar II after leaving AA—and how life got so much better with real support The difference between addiction recovery and discovering who you really are If you’ve ever felt gaslit by AA’s one-size-fits-all “solution,” this episode is for you. ⚡ Ready to deprogram the dogma and reclaim your brain? Check out the Deprogram course: A self-paced experience to help you untangle the mindf*ck, trust yourself again, and move forward with clarity and confidence. 🎓 Click here to explore the course → You don’t need to spend your whole life fixing what was never broken. Your wiring isn’t a defect. You are not a walking diagnosis. Let’s stop anchoring to our past—and start living our truth. 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 27 Do you have to be "In Recovery" forever? 12:27

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In today's Daily Dogma Detox series, we’re talking about a phase of sobriety that no one seems to mention — graduating from recovery . What if you don’t need to “recover” for the rest of your life? What if you’re actually done? We'll reflect on what it means to leave AA, the silence around the exit, the courage it takes to trust your gut, and the power of reclaiming your own timeline. This episode is for the brave souls who know it's time to move on — and want permission to celebrate their liberation. ✨ We talk about: – Why leaving AA is rarely acknowledged (and why that’s harmful) – What it means to graduate from recovery – Why critical thinking = freedom – The importance of trusting your inner knowing – Celebrating your sovereignty (book burning optional 😉) 🎉 Whether you left quietly or are just starting to question it all — this one’s for you. Let’s normalize the exit. Let’s make graduating from recovery something to be proud of. Check out the Deprogramming course 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 26 AA Brainwashes You To Fear Leaving 12:26

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What happens when a recovery group uses fear to keep you from leaving? In this episode, I unpack one of the most manipulative (and most normalized) control tactics inside AA: phobia indoctrination —the messaging that to leave the group is to die. We talk about: How this tactic is baked into AA's structure and slogans Why it feels so terrifying to leave—even if your intuition is screaming to go A real-life story of receiving one of these subtle “death threat” messages in the middle of a manicure Why this isn’t about bashing AA—but reclaiming your right to think, leave, and live I also share how I worked through the phobia programming in therapy, and what finally helped me trust myself enough to walk away—and keep going. 👣 If you’re deprogramming and feeling the fear: You're not alone—and you're not broken. I created Deprogram for folks like us—people untangling from AA’s control and reclaiming their autonomy. It's a self study course (no sponsors, no meetings, no BS). 🎓 Click here for the Deprogramming AA Course → 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 25 Is Alcoholics Anonymous a Cult? 36:22

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The question so many of us wonder... Is Alcoholics Anonymous a Cult? We're pulling today's pod from Sobriety Bestie YouTube on.. is AA a cult. Listen in here or you can watch it on Sobriety Bestie Youtube. Based on my 10 years inside AA, 5 years outside AA, and everything I’ve learned since speaking publicly — I’m unpacking it all. Inside this episode: ✨ My first impressions of AA (hint: it wasn’t great) ✨ Love bombing, mind control, and "friends with conditions" ✨ Why informed consent matters in recovery ✨ How the real whiplash hit AFTER I left ✨ Why speaking out is met with cult-like behavior ✨ And how my mind is still evolving on this question today This is about truth. freedom. critical thinking. If you’ve ever wondered: – "What the hell did I just go through?" – "Why does leaving AA feel so intense?" – "Am I crazy for questioning it?" You are not alone. There are thousands of us silently thriving after leaving AA. It’s time to have the conversations that help us heal, evolve and move forward. 🔗 Links + Resources Mentioned: Check out the Deprogramming course 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 24 AA Didn't Save My Life 14:12

19 days ago14:12

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In this raw and honest episode, I dive deep into one of the most common mantras in recovery spaces: “AA saved my life.” But what if it didn’t? What if you saved your own life? This is a powerful conversation for anyone walking through the fog of deprogramming—especially if you’ve ever felt like AA took credit for your transformation while gaslighting your intuition. I’m unpacking the cultural conditioning that equates obedience with salvation, and why reclaiming your autonomy is such a big damn deal. If you’ve ever whispered “I can’t do this anymore” and found the courage to choose life—this one’s for you. 🔗 Links & Resources Check out the Deprogramming course 👇 🌀 Deprogram AA Online Course 🩷 It's safe to trust yourself 🩷 📺 Subscribe to Watch on YouTube 🧘🏼‍♀️ FREE RESOURCES to jumpstart your evolution 👇 📍 Roadmap to Freedom Masterclass 🦁 Sober Confidence Mini Course 📕 Self Love + Emotional Sobriety Book 🧠 Neurodivergent Discovery Portal 📺 My TED talk on trauma + addiction 🧘🏼‍♀️ GO DEEPER WITH ONLINE COURSES 👇 🦁 Liberated in Sober Skin 🚀 Rocket Your Recovery 💊 Digital Anxiety Pill 💥 Big Dream Energy 💗 Live Your Truth 🚘 Driving Anxiety 💬 Let’s Connect @SobrietyBestie DM me or reply to any post on IG or FB. I’m here for the conversation. Let’s get f*cking free.…

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Ep 23 Breaking Free From AA's Manipulation 13:51

20 days ago13:51