Values, goals & purpose~12 minSpirituality and meaning
Connection to something bigger
Explore what gives you meaning, awe or peace — faith, nature, community, art, service — and build a small daily practice.
Many people find that meaning or connection beyond themselves supports recovery, whether through religion, nature, community or purpose. Research on how AA helps (Kelly and colleagues) found that, alongside new friendships and confidence, growing spiritual practice is one of the ways it works — especially for people with more severe problems. There's no one right way to do this.
1. Where I find meaning, awe or peace
Check any that apply
2. What 'something bigger than me' means to me, in my own words
It can be God, a higher power, the group, nature, love, or simply good principles.
3. Moments I've felt connected, at peace or grateful
4. A small daily practice I'll try
Five quiet minutes in the morning; a gratitude prayer at night; a walk without my phone.
5. What gets in the way, and how I'll handle it