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Ep 207 Leaving AA, Harm Reduction + Autism — Kylee's Story
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- Kirsten Johnson Podcast
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- Jun 2, 2026
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- 5556
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Summary
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 Intro 04:00 12 Step Comment Sections 10:00 Getting 12 Stepped 14:37 Late Diagnosed Autism 16:26 First Crack in AA Brainwashing 28:02 What Led to Leaving 12 Step? 34:01 IOP + Harm Reduction 36:35 Seeing AA Ideology +Culture As Harmful 42:54 AA's Anti Self, Autism + MAT 51:16 Burning Out on 12 Step 59:28 AA is its Own Religion 60:46 AA Religion Treats Narcissism? 1:09:14 Harm Reduction 1:18:09 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 → here Come vibe with me: Kirsten's Facebook Kirsten's Instagram Kirsten'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.