this is something that i have to read in the hospital. this is just something that i thought you guys could give me insight on it.
THE EIGHT PRINCIPLES OF THE PATHWAY TO SOBRIETY RECOVERY PROGRAM
1.) first principle-admitting to the problem-we admit we have abused or have been addicted to alcohol or the drugs. we have stopped using all noprescribed drugs including alcohol and now accept responsibility for our addiction.
2)second principle-making recovery choices-we understand that our environment can either support our recovery or work against it. whenever possible we choose people places and things that sujpport our recovery.
3)third principle-recognizing that the use of alcohol or other drugs is never justified-as people recovering from addiction we now know we can never justify using alcohol or other drugs or other addictive behaviors to change how we feel.
4)fourth principle-learning new techniques-we are now learning new clean and sober techniques that help us to manage our emotions.
5)fifth principle-choosing new beliefs-we discovered that the negative beliefs and values that helped support our addiction were counterproductive now we discard those negative beliefs and values and are discovering new positive beliefs and values that support our recovery.
6)sixth principle-setting meaningful goals-when we were addicted we laked meaningful goals that reflect our new positive values and beliefs.
7)seventh principle-finding our purpose-we have discovered or have chosen to believe that our lives have a special purpose that can be fulfilled only if we remain clean and sober.
8)eighth principle-being fully committed to recovery-being fully committed to remaining abstinent from alcohol and all nonprrescribed drugs we now choose to live according to a set of beliefs values and goals that supports our recovery and to help others find their pathways to sobriety.
these things are go with the 12 steps i think. i am working very hard on stay clean and these principles help me as will as the twelve steps.
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Jcd if this is working for you then it must be a good thing, but I would not rely on these to keep working without the support you will find in the rooms of NA. For me NA is the only thing that has worked long term and belive me I have tried everything. Keep the faith...........
I'm not sure where this came from, but my reaction is "Why"? There is already a pathway to freedom from addiction. It's called the 12 steps of Narcotics Anonymous. It has worked for thousands of people from all over the world. It's working for me. It can work for you. As your signature line says "keep it simple" The 12 steps are not broken don't try to fix them.
Hey Jason!! good to see ya! For me,remaining God centered above all else is the key to restoring me from the insanity of active addiction and following and applying spiritual principles in my life...God has allowed me to make a choice between life or death,Narcotics Anonymous has shown me a new and better way to remain clean,day at a time.and live a better life than I have ever known. I do not see anthing here mentioning "coming to believe" which tells us ,this step is necessary for ongoing recovery, it fills the void of our admission and surrender and that many passed over only to find next steps wont work.....We are each responsible for our own recoveries,I know what has taken me from the muck and mire and and allowed me to place my feet on solid ground...For me,I could only suggest not to dilute a God given program that is already working for millions of addict s everywhere. including yours truly!!Have a blessed and productive day Jason.....remain in the "solution" you'll be okay.we find what works for us and hopefuly remain diligent!! Stay strong..
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Our purpose is to remain clean,just for today,and to carry the message of recovery.
in this world there is some people that dont want to work the program. i had to work both of the programs for it to work for me. this workbook is in ever chapter has something you have to right about you. and for me i was in so much denial with everything and this help me alot...........i do work the other one i just need more that that one.......maybe you might not understand that but this also help me though alot other things.........
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hEY jASON.i KNOW, i DO UNDERSTAND...there are many different roads to recovery and we must all find what works for us..I am glad you have found something that is what you need "we are responsible for our own recoveries! I have friends that just remain "abstinent" with no program, ,FRIENDS that use meditation/medication,holistic healing techniques and a variety of ways beside NA /AA 12 step./healing by the river etc....IT SEEMS TO WORK FOR THEM...I incorporate other facets in my own program,strictly faith based and pertinent to my recovery,things that may not work for others! Bottom line "just don't use! that will definitely add the gas to the fire!!!Truly wish the best for you man, don't feel ganged up on, for me, just my honest feelings, no more ,no less, not gospel but how with God I am finding my way.....and you yours!!! peace...
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Our purpose is to remain clean,just for today,and to carry the message of recovery.
