LifeRing Secular Recovery
A self-directed, peer-to-peer secular recovery community with local, online, and email-based support options.
Buddhist-inspired mindfulness recovery
Recovery Dharma / Buddhist Recovery
A peer-led recovery path that uses meditation, mindfulness, Buddhist teachings, and community support.
Who this may fit
People drawn to meditation, mindfulness, inquiry, and community without a theistic requirement.
What to know
- Meetings usually include meditation, reading, and open sharing.
- Local groups are autonomous, so format and availability can vary.
- Buddhist Recovery Network and Recovery Dharma Online may also help people compare options.
How Sober Network uses this page
This page explains the pathway and points visitors to official program resources. Sober Network does not run these programs, verify every meeting, or provide clinical recommendations.
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