I’m excited to welcome back Ian Morgan Cron to the show to discuss his new book, The Fix: How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation for the Well-Adjusted, the Down-and-Out, and Everyone In Between. Ian is a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram expert, and host of the Typology podcast. His latest book explores how the Twelve Steps, originally created for addiction recovery, offer profound transformation for anyone, regardless of whether they identify as an addict.

In this conversation, we cover:

• The Universal Nature of Addiction: Ian explains how addiction isn’t limited to substances but extends to workaholism, social media, perfectionism, and more. He emphasizes that everyone is on the addiction continuum in some way.
• The Twelve Steps for Everyone: Ian walks us through how the Twelve Steps, originally written by Bill Wilson in 1939, serve as a framework for personal Growth, self-awareness, and healing.
• Breaking Free from Destructive Patterns: Highlighting his own recovery journey, Ian shares how recognizing self-destructive behaviors and working the steps has transformed his life.
• The Power of Community in Healing: Ian discusses the importance of connection, support, and accountability in overcoming addiction and building a more fulfilling life.
• A Practical Guide to Transformation: The Fix isn’t just for those struggling with addiction—it’s a roadmap for anyone who wants to live with greater Clarity, integrity, and joy. Ian also introduces The Fix Workbook, a companion guide to help readers apply the Twelve Steps to their own lives.

Whether you’ve considered the Twelve Steps before or are hearing about them in a new light, The Fix offers a compelling case for why they can be life-changing for anyone.

Learn more about Ian and his work at IanMorganCron.com

Listen to Ian’s previous appearances here:

• Ian Morgan Cron on The Enneagram 101
• Ian Morgan Cron on Overcoming the Productivity Hangups of Each Enneagram Type

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