No, it’s not a new dance – it’s a program that was developed 70 years ago that has helped millions of people recover from addictions of every variety and is now being applied to all kinds of stressors. Whether you have a substance abuse issue (Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Nicotine Anonymous, et al), a behavioral issue (Overeaters Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous, Debtors Anonymous, et al), emotional issues (Emotions Anonymous, Adult Children of Alcoholics, et al), or relationship issues (Al-Anon, Nar-Anon, Codependents Anonymous, et al) there are 12-step groups and materials that can help you to cope in healthier ways and to take better care of yourself. There is even a group called “12 Steps for Everyone” because this program has proved to improve people’s lives even if they don’t have a “problem”.
While it is not a religious program the 12-Step program does emphasize spiritual growth by encouraging the asking for help from a “Higher Power”, whatever that may mean to you. These 12 suggestions (not rules) are:
1. We admitted our lives were out of control
2. Accepted that a Higher Power could help us
3. Got out of the way to let it happen
4. Took a hard, honest look at our lives
5. Told someone the truth
6. Got ready to change
7. Humbly asked a Higher Power to help us change
8. Remembered all the people we hurt
9. Made it right with them whenever we could
10. Continued to stay honest
11. Put our Higher Power in charge every day
12. Tried to live our values and help others
(copyrights Hazelden Information & Educational Services)
Attending a support group can help in many ways. Meeting with other people that are dealing with similar situations helps us to not feel so alone. Sharing with each other allows us to learn from other’s successes and mistakes and helps us to get the good feeling that results from helping others.
If you would like to get more information on 12-step programs or local support groups, or if you just want a confidential place to tell your truth (step #5) and bounce some ideas around, call us at 770-834-8327 or email us at http://www.tanner.org/Main/ContactTannerEAP.aspx
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Tanner EAP . . .
is the west Georgia work based resource designed to assist employees and managers in identifying and resolving issues that interfere with workplace productivity. The EAP is available to all employees and dependents of Tanner Health System and, by contract, to other companies within the west Georgia region.
Why Use the EAP?
No matter how hard we try, sometimes life brings challenges that cause us to feel overwhelmed, confused, and frustrated. Most of the time we put things back together on our own or with the help of friends, family or co-workers. But sometimes the problems are big enough or last long enough that professional help is needed. Whether the problems are personal in nature or related to your job, Tanner EAP can help you engineer new solutions to get your life back on track.
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Tanner Tracks is the quarterly newsletter of Tanner EAP. Each quarter's issue is filled with interesting information and practical solutions to everyday concerns. Through the Wellness Library, links are also available to a variety of previous articles. Feel free to share articles or the web link with others.
EAP for Managers
Managers are one of the most essential ingredients in any successful employee assistance program. They are in touch daily with their employees’ job performance and are aware of those times when an employee is dealing with a personal issue or when an employee’s accomplishments fall below the usual standard. The EAP becomes a management resource, one of many, that can be used to assist the employee. If the manager has been made aware of an employee’s personal concerns, he or she may encourage the employee to make an appointment and provide them with additional information about the EAP including location, phone number and the confidential nature of the EAP services. If those concerns have begun to affect the employee’s effectiveness at work, the manager may even suggest the EAP as a way to resolve their personal problems and thus prevent future interference with job expectations. If you are concerned about an employee, please give us a call at 770.834.8327.
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If you are having an emotional crisis, visit your local hospital emergency department, which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
This site is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for direct consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
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