Kirsten Johnson Podcast

Ep 207 Leaving AA, Harm Reduction + Autism — Kylee's Story

June 2, 2026·1h 32m
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Today we're diving in deep to some of the psychological dynamics of 12 step ideology with Kylee. Kylee shares about what it was like to be in AA as an undiagnosed autistic woman, what leaving was like, and how harm reduction has been a game changer for her.Timestamps:00:00 Intro04:00 12 Step Comment Sections10:00 Getting 12 Stepped14:37 Late Diagnosed Autism16:26 First Crack in AA Brainwashing28:02 What Led to Leaving 12 Step?34:01 IOP + Harm Reduction36:35 Seeing AA Ideology +Culture As Harmful42:54 AA's Anti Self, Autism + MAT51:16 Burning Out on 12 Step59:28 AA is its Own Religion60:46 AA Religion Treats Narcissism?1:09:14 Harm Reduction1:18:09 Take What You Want, Leave The Rest?1:25:10 What Is Recovery?🔥 Free Deprogram Course + leaving AA resources → here🧠 Brain optimization tools → here❤️‍🔥 If you’re ready to stop holding yourself back → hereCome vibe with me:Kirsten's FacebookKirsten's InstagramKirsten's TikTok📱 My content creation setup (camera, mic, lighting, etc.) → here💻 Tools + software I use to run my business and create online → here⚠️ Disclaimer: I’m not a therapist, doctor, or licensed healthcare provider. Everything shared is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional care.💖 Some links may be affiliate links. I only share what I genuinely use and love.

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