The Twelfth Tradition of Narcotics Anonymous (NA) emphasizes the importance of personal recovery and the unity of purpose within the Fellowship. It suggests that individuals in recovery should rely on each other for support and encouragement, rather than seeking help from external sources. This tradition also stresses the importance of avoiding any form of entanglement or distraction that could divert us from our primary goal of achieving and maintaining sobriety.
According to the Twelfth Tradition, the primary purpose of an NA group should be to carry the message of redemption and recovery to those who are still struggling with addiction. The group should avoid endorsing, financing, or lending the NA name to any related facilities or outside enterprises so that it doesn't become a source of distraction or potential conflict.
All NA groups should strive to be completely self-supporting, declining any outside contributions. This ensures that the Fellowship remains independent and focused on its primary goal of helping individuals overcome addiction.
In terms of public information, the Twelfth Tradition states that we should avoid any form of entanglement or distraction that could divert us from our primary goal of achieving and maintaining sobriety. We should also avoid promoting any particular treatment center or program over others, and we should always maintain personal anonymity at the local, regional, and national levels.
Finally, the Twelfth Tradition emphasizes the importance of humility in public information work. We should recognize that the story of NA is more important than any individual story, and that practicing the principles of this tradition in our public information efforts will enable us to work together for the common good.
By adhering to the Twelfth Tradition, we can create a strong and supportive community that emphasizes personal recovery and unity of purpose. We can work together to carry the message of redemption and recovery to those who are still struggling with addiction, while avoiding any form of entanglement or distraction that could derail us from our primary goal of achieving and maintaining Sobriety