Steps 1 and 2

Discover the foundation of your journey with Step 1's admission of powerlessness and Step 2's belief in a higher power.

Step 1: We admitted we were powerless over alcohol—that our lives had become unmanageable.

Explanation:
The first step involves recognizing and admitting the reality of our addiction. It means accepting that alcohol has taken control of our lives and that we are unable to manage it on our own. This step is about honesty and the willingness to face the truth about our condition.

Questions:

1. Reflect on how alcohol has impacted various areas of your life (relationships, work, health). What aspects of your life feel unmanageable?
2. How does admitting powerlessness over alcohol make you feel? Are there specific moments or events that highlight your powerlessness?
3. What are your initial thoughts or feelings about acknowledging that you cannot control your drinking?

Step 2: Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.

Explanation:
The second step involves developing a belief in a higher power or a force greater than ourselves that can help us regain control and restore our mental and emotional health. This step is about hope and the possibility of recovery through external help.

Questions:

1. What does the concept of a “Power greater than ourselves” mean to you personally? It could be a traditional spiritual concept or a broader idea of support and guidance.
2. Reflect on moments when you felt a sense of hope or support from something beyond yourself. How did this experience impact your perspective on recovery?
3. How might believing in a higher power or greater force influence your journey towards sobriety?