RST 277A Addiction and Recovery in Spiritual Direction
This module celebrates the international influence of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), on spirituality and spiritual direction long regarded as important in recovery from addictions. The 12 steps of AA specifically emphasize personal searching, prayer, meditation, and conscious contact with God (Alcoholics Anonymous, 1976). The positive role that spirituality can play in minimizing substance use behavior, supports the process of recovery from addictions will also be explored along with the vital aspects of a successful recovery, hope, faith, and love.
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