The sober Compass - About us
The Sober Compass was created by people whose own recovery journeys have been strongly influenced by Alcoholics Anonymous, and in particular the ever growing Secular AA movement within the existing AA recovery community.
Before finding our way to a recovery support community, many of us took different first steps. Some sought help from their GP, others attended residential rehabilitation programmes and aftercare services, while some were guided by a compassionate counsellor or other professional. Along the way, many of us also learned to accept support from family and close friends.
Others came directly to a recovery support network, finding help, understanding, and hope from people who had faced similar challenges. There is no right or wrong starting point. Recovery journeys are as individual as the people taking them.
As our confidence grew and hope began to return, we became more open to the support, encouragement, and sense of belonging that recovery communities can offer.
Secular AA offers a home within Alcoholics Anonymous for those who prefer a non-religious approach to recovery.
Members draw strength from shared experience, evidence, personal growth, and the support of others in recovery. People are free to define recovery, spirituality, and meaning in ways that make sense to them, or to set those ideas aside altogether.
The focus is not on what you believe, but on finding a way to live well without alcohol.
We believe that secular recovery options deserve greater visibility throughout the UK and we hope to contribute to their growth.
At the same time, we recognise that no single recovery pathway is right for everyone.
Some people find recovery through traditional AA, some through SMART Recovery, some through Recovery Dharma, counselling, treatment services, faith communities, or other approaches.
Our aim is not to tell people which route they should take.
Our aim is to help people become aware of the options available and eventually find a path that works for them.
Many Routes – One Destination.