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2 The Twelve Steps

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the Journal, Issue #146

2 Characteristics of Sex and Love Addiction

4 Signs of Recovery

4 Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous Preamble

Theme: After Sober Dating: Not Losing Yourself in the Relationship

5Letter From the Editor

6Question of the Day

8 With S.L.A.A., I Give Love (and Dating) a Good Name!

14 All I Want Is a GPS Relationship!

Share Space

15 Lifeguarding: Save My Own Life First

18 Thank You for Your Help and Acceptance

19 Grace in My Addiction

18 Basking in the Sun

20 Who Are You Really Angry At?

22 How I Fought My Disease and Won Recovery