12 Principles of Recovery - Roy K

12 Principles of Recovery presented by Roy K. HONESTY – Fairness and straight forwardness of conduct: adherence to the facts. HOPE – To expect with desire; something on which hopes are centered. FAITH – Complete confidence; belief and trust. COURAGE – Firmness  of  mind  and  will  in  the  face  of  extreme  difficulty;  mental  or  moral  strength  to withstand fear. INTEGRITY – The quality or state of being complete or undivided; soundness. WILLINGNESS – Prompt to act or respond; accepted and done of choice or without reluctance. HUMILITY – Not proud or haughty; not arrogant or assertive; a clear and concise understanding of what we are, followed by a sincere desire to become what we can be. LOVE – Unselfish concern that freely accepts another in loyalty and seeks his good to hold dear. DISCIPLINE – Training that corrects, molds, or perfects the mental faculties or moral character; to bring under control; to train or develop by instruction. PATIENCE/PERSEVERANCE – Steadfast despite opposition or adversity; able or willing to bear; to persist in an understanding in spite of counter influences. AWARENESS – Alive and alert; vigilance in observing. SERVICE – A  helpful  act;  contribution  to  the  welfare  of  others;  useful  labor  that  does  not  produce  a tangible commodity.