<p>It’s the dreaded 8th Step in 12-Step recovery - making amends to those we have harmed. Anna and Lisa talk about their first experiences with it, as well as what “living amends” look like. And when an amends turns into a bitch session for the other person, we take it in stride, and maybe even have a laugh years later. Plus: how do you make amends to a no-longer-living grandmother you tricked into shoplifting against her knowledge?</p>

Recovery Rocks

Recovery Rocks

Sober Firsts: Making Amends (When “I’m Sorry” Gets Complicated)

MAY 1, 202621 MIN
Recovery Rocks

Sober Firsts: Making Amends (When “I’m Sorry” Gets Complicated)

MAY 1, 202621 MIN

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It’s the dreaded 8th Step in 12-Step recovery - making amends to those we have harmed. Anna and Lisa talk about their first experiences with it, as well as what “living amends” look like. And when an amends turns into a bitch session for the other person, we take it in stride, and maybe even have a laugh years later. Plus: how do you make amends to a no-longer-living grandmother you tricked into shoplifting against her knowledge?