Part of the tenets of the twelve steps of Adult Children of Alcoholics Anonymous is surrendering to a higher power. The second step is:

“Came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.”

Over the years I have spoken with others who are on their road to recovery and healing, who do not believe in God. I am not here to try to convince you one way or another. What works for me may not work for you.

I believe in God. Maybe you don’t. One of the things that I’ve learned in my years is the importance of surrendering to a higher power.

I understand that many do not believe in God or a higher power.

And that is your right.