In-Person 12 Step Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Santa Rosa, CA

“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.”
— The Serenity Prayer

Support can be a crucial element of recovery. Maintaining one’s sobriety can be made easier by interacting with people who understand the struggles with addiction.

If you are on the road to recovery, attending 12 Step Anon meetings (Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous) is an excellent way to find meaningful support.

The Value of AA and NA Meetings

Alcoholics Anonymous is an international organization that has helped thousands, perhaps millions, of people across the world in their journey through recovery. Their community-based support has been helping people since the 1930s, providing resources for those dealing with alcoholism.

In the 1950s, Jimmy Kinnon and several other people helped established Narcotics Anonymous Basic Text, adapting the 12-step model to those struggling with narcotic addictions.

Both NA and AA, offer a framework for those in recovery to live a fulfilling life with healthy motivations and tools. While the steps may be adapted to fit differently for each addiction and address the communities they support, they’re very similar and equally as effective.

Some principles and benefits in 12 Step Groups include:

• Identification — being able to identify with others in similar recovery struggles
• Catharsis — being able to openly express oneself without judgment
• Social Skills — building relationships and self-esteem
• Altruism — building moral virtues and helping others in recovery
• Wisdom — adopting health coping strategies by seeing the examples of others
• Hope — providing optimism that there is a better, sober future

One big feature of these programs is community support, which unfortunately has been disrupted by COVID-19.

COVID-19 Complications

The guidelines of COVID-19 have forced many meetings to be held online only or to cancel in-person interactions. Though quarantine restrictions have been lifted, many people may continue to be hesitant to join in-person meetings.

We support everyone’s decision to continue with online meetings, though we do find particular value in in-person meetings due to the true nature of face-to-face communication.

In-person meetings may actually provide a better sense of camaraderie and privacy. While still great in themselves, online meetings may feel somewhat impersonal and isolating at times.

We do like our in-person meetings, but please do your part to stay safe and follow all safety measures your fellow anon members would like you to follow.

IN-PERSON 12-STEP GROUP MEETING TIMES IN SANTA ROSA, CA