“Keep the Change: Using the 12 Steps to Become a Better Leader in Every Area of Life” by Bart Nollenberger
“Keep the Change: Using the 12 Steps to Become a Better Leader in Every Area of Life” by Bart Nollenberger is a profound exploration of personal transformation through the lens of recovery and leadership. This book is not just a guide for people with a substance abuse disorder but a universal call for introspection and growth, combining personal anecdotes with the principles of the 12 Steps program and Christian values. Introduction Nollenberger starts by acknowledging that everyone has aspects of their life they need to change, labeling all of us as ‘addicts’ in some way due to our insecurities and voids. He shares his personal story of addiction to alcohol and cocaine and how the 12 Steps of Celebrate Recovery played a crucial role in his transformation. Over the years, he learned that change is a continuous process, likening it to Christian sanctification. Nollenberger emphasizes that the book is not