Mindfulness and the 12 Steps: A Path to Deeper Recovery (Steps, 1, 2, and 3)
Mindfulness helps us pause before reacting, observe our thoughts without judgment, and recognize emotional patterns that once drove addictive behaviors. The 12 Steps offer a powerful spiritual framework for recovery, guiding us through surrender, self-examination, amends, and service. When paired with mindfulness—the practice of being fully present with acceptance—we gain deeper insight into each step and more compassion for ourselves along the way.
Here is how I look at the first 3 steps:
Step 1
Mindfully looking at how powerlessness and unmanageability show up.
Step 2
Asking what sort of Higher Power I can connect with? Then I become aware of physical/mental reactions to this exploration.


You can look on the website to see if there are any in your area.
https://recoverydharma.org/meetings/