A Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles - Living the Values Behind the Steps
A Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles
by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D., explores the values and guiding
principles that support lasting personal growth in Twelve
Step recovery. Building on the ideas behind the Steps and
Traditions, this softcover workbook encourages readers to
put essential recovery values into practice in everyday life.
The Twelve Steps provide a framework for taking action in
recovery, while the Twelve Traditions help guide the
functioning of the fellowship. Dr. Carnes explores the
underlying principles that connect these teachings and
how they can help readers measure their progress, deepen
self-awareness, and develop a stronger foundation for living.
Explore the Values Behind Twelve Step Recovery
This workbook examines universal principles that can
support emotional growth, spiritual development, and
healthier relationships. Among the values discussed are:
- Acceptance: Learning to recognize reality and approach life with greater openness.
- Awareness: Developing a clearer understanding of personal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
- Responsibility: Taking ownership of choices and practicing accountability.
- Openness: Becoming more willing to learn, change, and grow.
- Honesty: Building a more truthful relationship with yourself and others.
Applying Recovery Principles to Everyday Life
A Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles
moves beyond recognizing recovery values to considering
how they can shape daily decisions and relationships.
Its focus on personal reflection can help readers examine
their progress and identify opportunities for meaningful
change.
Written for people familiar with a Twelve Step way of
life as well as those exploring its deeper meaning,
this book can complement personal recovery reading,
sponsorship discussions, and group study.
Who Is This Book For?
- People seeking a deeper understanding of Twelve Step principles.
- Readers interested in spiritual and emotional growth during recovery.
- Individuals reflecting on values such as honesty and responsibility.
- Sponsors and recovery groups discussing the principles behind the Steps.
- Anyone looking to apply recovery lessons more consistently in daily life.
Product Details
- Title: A Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles
- Subtitle: Living the Values Behind the Steps
- Author: Patrick Carnes, Ph.D.
- Publisher: Hazelden Publishing
- Format: Softcover workbook
- Pages: 200
- ISBN-13: 9781592858415
Find more resources for working and understanding
the Twelve Steps in our
12 Step Study Materials
collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles about?
The book explores the underlying values of Twelve Step
recovery and how principles such as acceptance, awareness,
responsibility, openness, and honesty can support personal
growth.
Is this book different from a traditional Twelve Step guide?
Yes. Rather than focusing only on completing the Steps,
it examines the principles behind the Steps and Traditions
and their application to everyday life.
Who wrote A Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles?
It was written by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D., who also authored
A Gentle Path through the Twelve Steps.
Can this book be used for individual or group study?
Yes. Its exploration of recovery values can support
personal reflection, sponsorship discussions, and
Twelve Step group study.
Is A Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles hardcover?
No. This edition is a 200-page softcover published by
Hazelden.
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