FOR STARTERS

1. Take an addiction self test 

2. Get filtered internet (this only treats the symptoms)  --- You can filter your existing service  

3. Try this link for a checklist for quitting --- (but don't stop there!)

4. Read some or all the stories of recovery   

5. Do not take this journey alone

   • Here's a life-changing 60 day study at www.settingcaptivesfree.com

   • My links page has many online recovery groups 

     • http://i.am/freeinchrist  Men's online Christ-based support group

   • Referral services for a counsellor
         (Try your phone book too!) 

   • Find or create a group in your local area - check your local newspaper for recovery groups.  There are 12 step groups in many cities 

6. Write your own story - even where you are now and share it with another human being! 

• Links to effective studies on the Web
• Links to many recovery resources such as counselor referrals and online support group (no one has links to more)
  • and groups on the Web who wish to help you!
  • Try 12 Step Groups
• Resources for those who have a loved one suffering from addiction.  (Read LEFT SIDE first)

• Links to stories of people who have found recovery, 
  • Even some after severe loss.
• Practical suggestions such as:
  • Filtered Internet
  • Accountability with another human or group
  • Taking further steps to break the chains of guilt and shame and destructive behavior
  • Suggestions for books
  • Links to online counseling referrals
  • Reading recovery stories