My first 12 step meeting was horrendous! But I've been gratefully recovered for years.

I'll never forget how horrific my first 12 step meeting was.

And how no one prepared me for what to expect, or that there were actual things you should not do or say during a meeting!

After this experience, which I share on this short video, I now have gone on and counseled hundreds of people on the very best way to attend any and all 12 step meetings.

Here we go!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9rPj9qPcn8

I believe 12 step meetings can be a great part of recovery, but know there are many more things we all need to be doing regularly to be happy and recovered for life.

Twenty years ago we created a holistic recovery system that works for all addictions.

More information at www.davidessel.com

Parents with children who are addicts or alcoholics. What to do?

How can a parent who has a child of any age, who is an addict or alcoholic, help this child the most?

Maybe your child is 13, or even 60....and they struggle with alcohol or drugs, what do you do?

What is the most important step you can take, to show them you really, truly care?

What we share on this video, may be easy for some parents to do, but in my coaching work, we've found it to be an absolute challenge for many.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxp7MBXnyUk

Yes, the impact this one move can have on your child's potential for recovery, is absolutely amazing.

Remember, also, to get help for yourself through coaching, counseling or the support groups available for co-dependent habits, like Al-anon and CODA.

If we can help, just let us know.

Love, David http://www.davidessel.com