The unity of people is what we hope for when we practice the steps of Recovery. Some of us entering Recovery find our relationships involve division and discord. We can be divided against a spouse, child, friend, co-worker, etc..
Some of us are in union with the purpose and principles of Recovery. Sadly unity is not an option for a few select people. Unity is an imperative for healing and our health. It is rooted in the steps of Recovery. Any effort to restore unity with other people says something about our story and desire for communion with each other.
Ten years ago there was a lot of division and discord in my relationship with my parents. I realized it was beginning to impact my physical and mental health. Before this period, I had little to no contact with them. Utilizing the steps of Recovery I worked through the ambivalence that lingered on my heart. I was able to reach unity and communion with them. I go into detail about what this looked like in my book. https://superhumanbeing.net/ Unifying with my parents reflects my communion with them and was at the very heart of healing.
The steps invite us to overcome strife with people and communities. The solution is practicing a Recovery program rather than walking on stumbling blocks. The steps are not the only place we can access Recovery to heal. Healing occurs when connected to a therapist, psychiatrist, support group, educational program, friend, peer in Recovery, etc.. These are all ways we can move away from division and discord and find faith, hope, and love, first within us and then other people.
Peace
Larry
email: ljw@superhumanbeing.net
website: https://superhumanbeing.net/