12-STEP Program
Introduction to the 12-STEP Program
The 12-STEP program is a time-tested approach to addiction recovery that has helped millions of individuals worldwide achieve and maintain sobriety. At New Life Independent Living, we incorporate this powerful program into our recovery process, offering our residents a proven framework for personal growth and lasting change.
History and Origins
The 12-STEP program was originally developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in the 1930s. It has since been adapted to address a wide range of addictions, including drugs, gambling, and other compulsive behaviors. The program’s principles are rooted in spiritual and psychological practices that promote healing and self-discovery.
Importance in recovery
The 12-STEP program provides a structured path for individuals to follow, offering a sense of direction and purpose. It emphasizes personal responsibility, community support, and spiritual growth, which are essential components of successful recovery.
The 12 Steps Explained
01
Admitting Powerlessness
Recognize that you are powerless over your addiction and that your life has become unmanageable.
02
Believing in a Higher Power
Come to believe that a power greater than yourself can restore you to sanity.
03
Turning Over Control
Make a decision to turn your will and your life over to the care of a higher power.
04
Self-Examination
Conduct a searching and fearless moral inventory of yourself.
05
Admitting Wrongdoing
Admit to yourself, to a higher power, and to another human being the exact nature of your wrongs.
06
Readiness for Change
Be entirely ready to have a higher power remove all these defects of character.
07
Asking for Help
Humbly ask a higher power to remove your shortcomings.
08
Making a List of Amends
Make a list of all persons you have harmed and become willing to make amends to them all.
09
Making Amends
Make direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
10
Ongoing Inventory
Continue to take personal inventory and when you are wrong, promptly admit it.
11
Seeking Spiritual Growth
Seek through prayer and meditation to improve your conscious contact with a higher power, praying only for knowledge of its will for you and the power to carry that out.
12
Helping Others
Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, try to carry this message to others and practice these principles in all your affairs.
How We Implement the 12-STEP Program
Meetings and Group Sessions
We hold regular 12-STEP meetings and group sessions where residents can share their experiences, discuss challenges, and support each other. These sessions are facilitated by experienced staff who guide discussions and provide insights.
Individual Support and Mentoring
In addition to group sessions, we offer one-on-one mentoring and support. Our staff and peer mentors work closely with residents to help them navigate each step of the program and address any personal challenges they may face.
Integration with Other Programs
The 12-STEP program is seamlessly integrated with our other recovery programs. This holistic approach ensures that residents receive comprehensive support that addresses all aspects of their recovery journey
“The 12-STEP program gave me the structure and support I needed to stay sober. I am forever grateful for the community and the personal growth I have experienced.”
Peter Young, Tx
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