Hi all ...
Not sure how good this is, but it's a one-page promo I've distilled (you should pardon the expression) from stuff on the unhooked web site. It's being used to support LSR Pittsburgh in dealings with Western Psychiatric Institute, St. Francis Medical Center and Mercy (Hospital) Behavioral Health -- major providers here.
Please let me know if you have any comments or suggestions. If nothing else, it has the virtue of fitting squarely on a single sheet of paper.
Thanks ~ Bill (in Pittsburgh)
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LifeRing Secular Recovery
LifeRing Secular Recovery (LSR) is a comprehensive system of self help for those seeking to overcome alcohol and drug problems. Based upon the principle of abstinence, LSR uses education as its primary tool to help participants understand the reasonableness of their choices.
LifeRing offers meetings in a growing number of cities (including Pittsburgh) as well as educational support through a comprehensive web site and personal support through robust e-mail and chat systems.
The LifeRing self-help method is based on the recognition that there is the potential to get clean and sober within every addicted person. If we find it, bring it out, and strengthen it, we can recover from addiction and lead happier, more productive lives.
Too often the addict is seen as a person who is unwilling and powerless to change. On closer examination, we find that the typical person who continues to use alcohol and/or drugs despite harmful consequences is deeply conflicted about this behavior. Addicts are often torn between the continuing, self-destructive urge to keep using and the self-protective urge to quit using and regain control of their lives.
LifeRing Secular Recovery offers people a chance to listen to and strengthen this self-empowering voice. We stress methods that give encouragement and support to the person's positive sober qualities and beliefs.
We offer a simple approach to recovery that is understandable by anyone, no matter what their education or how recent their sobriety. Don't drink or use, no matter what; all else will follow. Avoid doing things that lead you back to drinking or drugging. Do more things that reinforce your sobriety and lead you to a happier life.
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