Step 2: Hope & Belief
"Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity."
After the honesty of Step 1 comes a whisper of hope — that healing is not only possible, but already available. Step 2 is about belief: not blind faith, but the courageous idea that we don’t have to fix ourselves alone. That something — or someone — greater than us can restore what addiction has broken.
🕊️ What Does Step 2 Really Mean?
Step 2 isn't about religion. It’s about willingness. Willingness to believe that help exists. That something bigger than ourselves — whether it’s God, community, nature, the fellowship of AA, or simply love — can guide us out of the chaos.
This is the step where many of us begin to replace fear with faith, despair with possibility. It’s a step of hope — and of humility.
🧠 Reflection: What Does “Power Greater Than Myself” Mean to Me?
- Do I believe in something bigger than myself?
- What does the word “sanity” mean to me today?
- How has trying to control everything left me feeling spiritually or emotionally depleted?
Step 2 doesn’t require certainty. Just openness. It’s enough to say: “Maybe… just maybe… something greater than me can help.”
✍️ Journaling Prompt
Think about a time in your life when something outside of your control brought peace, healing, or clarity. What was that experience like? What might it mean to trust again?
If belief feels hard, write about what’s blocking it — and what it would feel like to let go of even one piece of fear.
📘 Related Resources
- ← Go back to Step 1
- Continue to Step 3 →
- Prayer, Meditation & Recovery Tools
- Explore Spiritual Growth Posts
💬 Final Thoughts
Recovery begins with a spark — the smallest flicker of hope. Step 2 is your invitation to believe in something greater, to trust the process, and to know: you are not alone.
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
Why Journaling Supercharges Your Recovery
Journaling for 10 minutes daily reduces stress hormones by 20% and strengthens self-control circuits. In recovery, that means clearer decisions, fewer relapses, and deeper self-awareness.
How to Use These Prompts
When: Morning or evening (5–10 min).
How: Write freely for three sentences per prompt.
Additional Prompts & Examples
- “What unexpected gratitude did I feel today?”
“A stranger’s smile reminded me kindness exists.” - “When did I choose recovery over craving?”
“I called my sponsor instead of drinking.” - “What self-care act nourished me?”
“A 10-min walk cleared my mind.”
Free External Resources
Downloadable Journal Template
📥 “Daily Recovery Journal” PDF — coming soon
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