Front Row Seat with Ken Coleman The Key to Overcoming Loneliness and Addiction in 2025
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May 6, 2025 
Ian Cron, a bestselling author and Enneagram expert, delves into the rising loneliness epidemic and its link to addiction. He shares insights on overcoming harmful behaviors through the transformative 12-step program and therapy's vital role during life transitions. Cron emphasizes the power of authentic relationships and community support in combating feelings of isolation. He also explores the balance between ambition and relationships and the importance of hard work and timeless wisdom for personal growth and recovery.
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Ian Cron's Sobriety Journey
- Ian Cron shares his journey from addiction to sobriety starting in 1987 with alcoholism.
- His story highlights the familial addiction background and the pivotal awakening moment at a therapist's urging.
Addiction Exists on a Spectrum
- Addiction is a spectrum from mild to severe affecting anyone with compulsive behaviors.
- All addictions tether a person, regardless of severity, creating bondage that restricts freedom.
12 Steps for Lasting Transformation
- Work the 12 steps by making peace with God, yourself, and others sequentially.
- Cultivate a lifestyle that supports growth in these relationships every day.
