Step 7 Pros
Step 7 promotes this adaptive trait associated with reduced narcissism and increased relational repair.
What is humility?
The “Higher Power” language may alienate individuals with this worldview.
What is secular or atheistic belief?
Step 8 involves making a list of these individuals.
Who are people harmed?
Step 8 may be contraindicated in cases involving this type of interpersonal dynamic.
What is abuse?
This humanistic psychologist developed the client-centered approach emphasizing unconditional positive regard.
Who is Carl Rogers?
From a CBT perspective, Step 7 may help clients challenge this type of maladaptive thinking pattern.
What are cognitive distortions?
Focusing on “defects” may increase this maladaptive emotional state.
What is shame?
Making amends functions as this CBT intervention, involving direct behavioral repair.
What is behavioral activation?
Premature amends may compromise this clinical priority.
What is safety?
This modality focuses on identifying and restructuring cognitive distortions that influence behavior.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Identifying shortcomings may increase awareness of these unconscious patterns.
What are defense mechanisms?
Overemphasis on flaws may reinforce this harsh internal structure.
What is the superego?
Repairing harm may reduce this internal conflict between ego and superego.
What is guilt?
Clients with excessive guilt may experience reinforcement of this maladaptive internal state.
What is pathological guilt?
This theoretical orientation emphasizes unconscious conflict, defense mechanisms, and the role of the superego.
What is Psychodynamic therapy?
When approached with self-compassion, Step 7 can increase this Rogers-informed trait.
What is congruence?
Clients prone to this distortion may interpret Step 7 as global self-condemnation.
What is overgeneralization?
When done authentically, Step 8 can increase this relational quality.
What is empathy?
If pressured into amends, this Rogers-based principle is violated.
What is autonomy?
This CBT concept parallels examining “character defects” by identifying distorted thinking patterns.
What are cognitive distortions?
Research suggests spiritual surrender may reduce this relapse-related cognitive bias.
What is overconfidence or illusion of control?
When inadequately processed, focusing on shortcomings may worsen this co-occurring disorder.
What is depression?
Strengthening relationships through amends increases this relapse-protective factor.
What is social support?
Without readiness assessment, Step 8 could increase this relapse risk factor.
What is emotional overwhelm?
This humanistic principle ensures that exploring shortcomings does not increase shame but instead fosters growth.
What is unconditional positive regard?