In the 12 Step orbit it is generally (but not universally) better if the alcoholic/addict does not attribute success in their continued abstinence to themselves. If/when they do, there is a general (but not universal) tendency to form the destructive idea that since they are developing control over their addiction, they can resume using their drug of choice, and this time, be able to control their usage.
As it turns out, that doesn't work.
So, we have the necessary fiction of a Higher Power, and if not for the serious life/death consequences of addiction, it would be humorous to go over some of the wacky Higher Power concepts I have heard over the years.
As it turns out, that doesn't work.
So, we have the necessary fiction of a Higher Power, and if not for the serious life/death consequences of addiction, it would be humorous to go over some of the wacky Higher Power concepts I have heard over the years.
The granting of a pardon is an imputation of guilt, and the acceptance a confession of it.
