The Story of American Spirituality in Twelve Steps: A Journey of Transformation and Healing

The twelve-step recovery movement is a global phenomenon, helping millions of people overcome addiction and find lasting recovery. With its roots in the early 20th century, the twelve-step movement has grown into a powerful force for healing and transformation.

Triumph of Principles: A Story of American Spirituality in Twelve Steps

by Benjamin Riggs

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The Story of American Spirituality in Twelve Steps is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the history, principles, and practices of the twelve-step movement. This book provides a unique and insightful look into the stories, struggles, and triumphs of those who have found hope and healing through the twelve steps.

The History of the Twelve-Step Movement

The twelve-step movement began in 1935 with the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). AA was founded by Bill W. and Dr. Bob S., two alcoholics who found sobriety through a program of spiritual awakening and mutual support. The twelve steps of AA are a set of principles that guide members through the recovery process, helping them to overcome addiction and find a new way of life.

The twelve-step movement quickly spread beyond AA, and today there are numerous twelve-step programs for a variety of addictions, including drug addiction, gambling addiction, and sex addiction. The twelve steps have also been adapted for use in other areas of recovery, such as eating disFree Downloads, trauma, and grief.

The Principles of the Twelve Steps

The twelve steps are a set of principles that guide members through the recovery process. The steps are based on the idea that addiction is a disease that can be overcome through spiritual awakening and mutual support. The steps are as follows:

1. We admitted we were powerless over our addiction and that our lives had become unmanageable.
2. We came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.
3. We made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood him.
4. We made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.
5. We admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.
6. We were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.
7. We humbly asked God to remove our shortcomings.
8. We made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all.
9. We made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
10. We continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it.
11. We sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood him, praying only for knowledge of his will for us and the power to carry that out.
12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to others and to practice these principles in all our affairs.

The Practices of the Twelve Steps

The twelve steps are not just a set of principles, but also a set of practices. These practices include attending meetings, working with a sponsor, and taking part in service work. Meetings are a vital part of the twelve-step recovery process, as they provide members with a safe and supportive environment in which to share their experiences and learn from others. Sponsors are experienced members who provide guidance and support to newcomers. Service work is a way for members to give back to the community and help others in recovery.

The Benefits of the Twelve Steps

The twelve-step recovery movement has helped millions of people overcome addiction and find lasting recovery. The twelve steps offer a path to spiritual awakening, healing, and transformation. For those who are struggling with addiction, the twelve steps can provide a lifeline to a new and better way of life.

The Story of American Spirituality in Twelve Steps is a fascinating and inspiring account of the history, principles, and practices of the twelve-step recovery movement. This book provides a unique and insightful look into the stories, struggles, and triumphs of those who have found hope and healing through the twelve steps. Whether you are struggling with addiction or are simply interested in the power of spirituality, this book is a valuable resource.

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Triumph of Principles: A Story of American Spirituality in Twelve Steps

by Benjamin Riggs

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	256 pages
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