Refuge Recovery: A Buddhist Path To Recovery Fr... -

: A set of practices used simultaneously to maintain sobriety, including Right Understanding , Right Intention , Communication/Community , Action , Livelihood/Service , Effort , Mindfulness , and Concentration . About — Refuge Recovery World Services

: Acknowledging the pain caused by addictive behaviors. Refuge Recovery: A Buddhist Path to Recovery Fr...

The program views addiction as a form of suffering caused by repetitive cravings in the mind and body. It is grounded in two primary Buddhist frameworks adapted for recovery: : : A set of practices used simultaneously to

is a systematic, non-theistic approach to addiction recovery. Founded by Buddhist teacher and counselor Noah Levine in 2014, the program offers a holistic alternative to traditional 12-step models like Alcoholics Anonymous by focusing on personal empowerment and the root causes of suffering rather than a higher power. Core Philosophy and Principles It is grounded in two primary Buddhist frameworks

: Engaging in a structured journey toward healing.

: Investigating the root triggers and conditions.

: Believing that one can break the cycle of craving.