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Why Some Balk at Surrendering in Recovery from Addiction

Why Some Balk at Surrendering in Recovery from Addiction

by Peg O'Connor | May 20, 2026 | Internal Conflicts

If you are familiar with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), you may know that its concept of surrender is one of its most contentious notions. The idea of surrender can seem disempowering, especially if you are supposed to turn your will and your life over to the care of a...
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