While the original creators of the 12 step recovery programme intended for people to connect with God, the “higher power” can take any form. Whether it’s an all-powerful being or a personal higher power that helps you find your inner strength, choosing whatever will be most effective in helping you stay sober is the main goal. You do not need to be religious or spiritual to make use of the 12 step programme; you just need to be ready and willing to take responsibility for your addiction and take the necessary steps to get better.
As our former client Daniel explains:
“Get to a higher power. It could be God, could be a long-lost pet, anything. Higher power is love.”