One of the most valuable messages that I have embraced in recovery is the idea that we can only keep what we have by giving it away. No, we can't give it all away, but this concept of service is so important.
The most profound thing that any of us can do to give back in our recovery is simply to show up and listen to one another. Hold space.
No experience required; just bring acceptance, compassion, and understanding. My daughter gave me a necklace that says "Selfless." I don't know about that.
I know that I am entirely myself as I give what I have away. But what I do try to do is put something good into the universe—I practice random acts of kindness and try to help other people when I can.
The Twelfth Step is about paying things forward. Even if you're not a Twelve Step person, you can't argue with the beauty of this.