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Rethinking Recovery: Abstinence vs Harm Reduction (Full Transcript)

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A personal view on how recovery can be individualized, with 12-step foundations and support for harm reduction as a valid path.
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[00:00:00] Speaker 1: It doesn't have to be complete abstinence, and I know that's controversial. I did start in 12 Steps. 12 Steps are the foundation of my recovery, but I believe that recovery can look different for everyone. And what works for me may not work for someone else. So I definitely think harm reduction or reducing the amount of drinks is just as beneficial as complete abstinence.

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The speaker shares that while 12-step programs were foundational to their recovery, they don’t believe recovery must mean complete abstinence for everyone. They argue recovery can look different person to person and that harm reduction—such as reducing the number of drinks—can be as beneficial as abstinence.
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Recovery Can Include Harm Reduction, Not Only Abstinence
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  • 12-step programs can be a strong foundation, but they may not be the only valid path.
  • Recovery is individualized; what helps one person may not help another.
  • Harm reduction (drinking less) can be a meaningful form of recovery alongside abstinence.
  • It’s possible to value abstinence while still supporting alternatives for others.
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Neutral: The tone is thoughtful and reflective, acknowledging controversy while emphasizing flexibility and individual differences in recovery approaches.
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