Question 1

What is Recovery Dharma?

Accepted Answer

Recovery Dharma is a free, peer-led community that uses Buddhist practices such as meditation and mindfulness to support recovery from any kind of addiction. It is non-theistic, so it does not ask you to believe in a higher power.

Question 2

Do I have to be Buddhist?

Accepted Answer

No. You do not need any background in Buddhism or meditation. Recovery Dharma welcomes people of any faith or none, and you can take the parts that help and leave the rest.

Question 3

How is it different from AA or NA?

Accepted Answer

Recovery Dharma uses Buddhist principles rather than the twelve steps, is non-theistic and peer-led, and has no sponsors. It understands craving through meditation and practice. Many people use it alongside other routes.

Question 4

What happens in a meeting?

Accepted Answer

A meeting usually lasts about an hour, with a short reading, a guided meditation, and time to share. No one has to speak, and what is said in the group stays in the group.

Question 5

Is Recovery Dharma free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Meetings are free and run by the people who attend them, in person and online across the UK.

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