“For some, prayer is asking for God’s help; meditation is listening for God’s answer…. Quieting the mind through meditation brings an inner peace that brings us into contact with the
“We find that when we lose self-obsession, we are able to understand what it means to be happy, joyous, and free.”Basic Text, page 103 The Healing Power of Laughter The
“Indirect amends may be necessary where direct ones would be unsafe or endanger other people.”Basic Text, page 40 Understanding Indirect Amends When we used, we allowed nothing to stand in
“Reaching out is the beginning of the struggle that will set us free. It will break down the walls that imprison us.”Basic Text, page 80 Breaking Down Emotional Walls Many
“Some things we must accept, others we can change. The wisdom to know the difference comes with growth in our spiritual program.”Basic Text, page 92 Embracing Acceptance It’s relatively easy
“Many of us cling to our fears, doubts, self-loathing, or hatred because there is a certain distorted security in familiar pain. It seems safer to embrace what we know than
“If we maintain our spiritual condition daily, we find it easier to deal with the pain and confusion.” Basic Text, page 92 The Journey to Finding Faith When we embark
“The program works a miracle in our lives…. We become free to live.” Basic Text, page 11 Embracing the Miracle of a Full Life In the journey of recovery, we
“Yes, we are a vision of hope…” Basic Text, page 51 Finding Hope in Recovery By the time many of us reach the end of our road with addiction, hope
“As we recover, we gain a new outlook on being clean…. Life can become a new adventure for us.” Basic Text, page 88 Understanding the Meaning of Clean The concept
“When we finally get our own selfish motives out of the way, we begin to find a peace that we never imagined possible.” Basic Text, page 44 Examining Our Motives
“Lost dreams awaken and new possibilities arise.”—Basic Text, page 88 Rekindling Lost Dreams Most of us had dreams when we were young. Whether we dreamed of a dynamic career, a
“This program offers hope. All you have to bring with you is the desire to stop using and the willingness to try this new way of life.”Information Pamphlet Number 16,
“Just for today I will have faith in someone in NA who believes in me and wants to help me in my recovery.”Basic Text, page 96 The Power of Support
“The Twelve Steps of Narcotics Anonymous are a progressive recovery process established in our daily living.” — Basic Text, page 96 Understanding Recovery as a Continuous Journey Recovery from addiction
“Although honesty is difficult to practice, it is most rewarding.” – Basic Text, page 92 The Struggle of Honesty Honesty is a concept that, despite its simplicity, many of us
“Our negative sense of self has been replaced by a positive concern for others.”Basic Text, page 16 Understanding Negative Self-Esteem Spreading gossip often feeds a dark hunger within us. Sometimes
The Importance of Direct Amends The Ninth Step of our recovery journey emphasizes the necessity of making direct amends wherever possible. The phrase, “We make our amends to the best
The Illusion of an Easy Way Out “We wanted an easy way out…. When we did seek help, we were only looking for the absence of pain.” — Basic Text,
The Importance of Returning “We don’t have to be clean when we get here but, after the first meeting, we suggest that newcomers keep coming back and come back clean.
The Power of the Present The guidance from Narcotics Anonymous emphasizes the importance of living in the moment, a strategy particularly crucial for those in recovery. The practice of focusing
Understanding Loneliness Loneliness, as a distinct and profound feeling of isolation, can occur even amidst a crowd. It’s a state of emptiness that might lead to sadness or despair, not
The Power of Faith in Difficult Times In moments of profound difficulty, the faith we place in a Higher Power becomes not just a source of comfort, but a crucial
Self-Discovery Through Recovery Recovery is fundamentally a journey of self-discovery. As stated in the Basic Text, “We examined our lives and discovered who we really are. To be truly humble
The Role of Divine Assistance in Facing Challenges When encountering the various challenges that life inevitably brings, the wisdom from the Basic Text suggests a pivotal approach: seeking divine support.
Discovering a Higher Power Through Group Support For many recovering from addiction, the concept of a Higher Power is pivotal yet challenging to grasp. The Basic Text underscores that our
Rethinking Daily Judgments It’s a common human tendency to categorize experiences and feelings as either good or bad. This dualistic way of thinking often stems from deep-seated habits and perceptions
The Challenge of Emotional Openness For many recovering addicts, the concept of vulnerability is fraught with fear. Traditionally used to shielding themselves through emotional isolation, the idea of opening up
Navigating the Trail of Destruction In the throes of addiction, many of us have inadvertently left behind trails of destruction, impacting not just our lives but those around us—often, those
Recognizing the Disease of Addiction Addiction manifests itself through unmistakable symptoms that plague individuals, engulfing them in a cycle of self-centered and self-seeking behaviors. At the height of addiction, sufferers