Some Great Ways We can Really ‘Let Go and Let God’ – Step

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Bodhi Baba

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“No trumpets sound when the important decisions of our life are made. Destiny is made known silently.

– Agnes de Mille (1909 – 1993) U.S. musical theater choreographer

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Describe some recent changes in behaviors or decisions you’ve made after having decided to “let go and let God”?

What does it mean to “let go and let God,” and how can trusting help us feel less alone?

I Choose – The Offispring (4:03)

De Mille’s Dream Ballet from Oklahoma! (9:52)

3 hours of Zen Meditation Music (3:24:34)

Step Three of 12-step recovery encourages us to let go of control and trust something greater than ourselves. This shift calls for action based on faith. As It Works, How & Why states that growth happens when we act despite fear. This echoes psychologist Carl Rogers, who believed growth comes when we accept uncertainty and embrace change.

Trust requires courage. Author Brené Brown teaches that trust builds when we show up with openness, even when afraid. In Step Three, we do just that—we surrender our will and begin to trust the process. We act without seeing the full path. This mirrors Viktor Frankl’s belief that meaning comes not from control, but from trust and purpose in something beyond ourselves.

The 12 & 12 speaks of the spiritual rewards of faith. We begin to feel less alone. We stop forcing ourselves into roles that don’t fit. This sense of belonging reflects Maslow’s hierarchy, which places connection and self-acceptance as keys to well-being.

Lao Tzu’s quote reminds us that giving trust is the first step to receiving it. In recovery, we build trust by living honestly and showing up. Faith isn’t just belief—it’s a decision to move forward, especially when we feel unsure.

Step Three is a turning point. We surrender, not in weakness, but in hope. Let go of fear and begin to belong. We find that trust creates connection, healing, and peace.

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8 responses to “Some Great Ways We can Really ‘Let Go and Let God’ – Step”

June 13, 2025

E-Dawg

After admitting I’m powerless and my life has become unmanageable then believing I can be restored to sanity now it’s time to let go … from my experience if I don’t let go I am dragged…

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June 13, 2025

Sabrina J

Letting go and letting God. For me there is a serenity in saying the words. And further, when I take those words and put them into action stress is reduced, a calmness comes over me and the grip that my ego has over me is weakened. Letting go and letting God is peace for me.

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June 12, 2018

Bohdi Baba

One decision I have made is to retreat from involvement in a loved one’s life and let my HP take the reigns. Unfortunately, my presence hasn’t seemed to help. And after a month of letting go, my absence has definitely given me more peace of mind.

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June 13, 2013

Br. Buddha

Good morning everyone + happy Thursday. Here is today’s thought. Sometimes an event happens in our lives which causes us to reevaluate our goals. We have to resort to Plan B. This can be difficult, especially if we were so focused on the Plan A life. But God is always with us + will guide yus through your new Plan. This is because this is God’s plan. So, when needed, make your Plan B into your Plan A. Blessings. BB

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September 14, 2012

Adam

It seems like things that have been stagnant in my life have started moving. I’ve been thinking about ways to move my career ahead, everything is lined up to buy a house, and I’ve been gradually knocking off things that have been in the back of my mind for years. Not drinking and looking at my life in a more hopeful light has lead me to make the effort to move forward again.

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June 16, 2012

easy does it

Letting go relieves stress and worry i know i wil be taken care of

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June 13, 2012

JB jr.

I think my HP is more involved in my considerations of what actions to take and what not to do.

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June 13, 2012

Margot E.

I do not know the magic formula that made me come to a 12-Step meeting. I try to figure out whether reading is more important, praying, going to meetings. How do the slogans work? I know when I remember them, my life becomes a lot easier. I know when I read literature, I learn so much; I know when I go to meetings I feel relief. When I pray I know anything is possible.

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