I’m starting on my 3rd step, how did you work yours?
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The way my sponsor explained it to me was that you don't have to believe in a God or higher power at this very moment. The key for me was just a willingness to believe. Not 100% sure that I do but when I pray in the mornings (to stay sober, to be a decent person, and to be of service to others) i tend to be mindful of those things and it seems to start my day off on the right foot.
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My sponsor had me write a job description. What my “perfect” higher power would be. It doesn’t have to be God, or any known religious figurehead. Just something bigger than you and your addiction.
1,2 and 3- basically, I need help because whatever I'm doing isnt working. I obviously can't do this on my own. Done. Make it more official with some flowery prayers if you must complicate things to fill our silly human wants of self importance, but in a nutshell, there it is. I need help, and I need help from someone other than myself. I'm ready to put in work to be a better and eventually happier person.
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I'm an atheist.
My higher power is the sober recovery community. All the people from my recovery program, all the people at my meetings, and all of you here.
Together, we are stronger than we are alone.
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My HP has been the recovery program of AA. I made a decision to follow it to the best of my ability. I make that choice every day ODAAT
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I struggled with belief and faith in a higher power. But the third step was a major factor in my recovery. By agreeing to turn my will and life over to the care of a higher power I was forced to accept that I could not be in charge of my own will and or life. I know how that turns out! It was a major moment in my recovery!!
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My Higher Power(s) are my Father and Brother who both recently passed 
So sorry for your losses. I lost both my grandmas within this last year
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I’m very sorry for your losses as well. They’re no longer suffering, so I find peace in that. And I move in life to make them both proud 🥹
Honesty
Reflect on the meaning of the third step and what it means to turn your will and your life over to a higher power.
Consider what your higher power is or could be. This could be God, a spiritual force, the fellowship , or any other concept that helps you feel a sense of connection to something greater than yourself.
Write down your understanding of the third step and what it means to you. Consider your fears, doubts, and reservations about turning your will and your life over to a higher power.
Share your thoughts and feelings about the third step with a sponsor or trusted friend in recovery. Ask for their guidance and support as you work through this step.
Make a decision to turn your will and your life over to a higher power, as you understand it. This decision should be made with sincerity and commitment.
Take action to surrender your will and your life to your higher power. This may involve prayer, meditation, attending meetings, working the steps with a sponsor, and practicing spiritual principles in your daily life.
Remember that the third step is a lifelong process that requires ongoing effort and commitment. Keep an open mind and a willingness to grow and change as you work through this step and continue on your journey of recovery.
When I began (this time), I wasn’t sure about my religious belief system so God, as I understood God to be was the Group Of Drunks I met at every meeting. Recovery fellows are my higher power.
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I told my sober that i wasn't a stepper so the steps didn't apply.