This is a discussion page about Module 1: The Transforming Power of Recovery.
After reading the workbook module, post your comments or reflections in the comment field below and respond to the comments made by others.
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Recovery To Practice - Peer Specialist Discipline 
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Here is a great article on Transforming Power, which is fundamental to recovery as expressed in Alternatives to Violence Project, a training that was used as a model in the revised Recovery to Practice collaborative learning model. http://www.friendsjournal.org/avp-instrument-peace/
Spirituality is one of SAMHSA’s 8 domains of wellness… and a huge number in recovery attribute their healing to [an improved?] connection with their own transforming/higher power and the value of a generic TRANSFORMING POWER, that the peer movement can consciously claim.
Below are the FABULOUS Guidelines for Peer Supporters, and the Guidelines & Help Along the Way ideas that are a marriage of this and the AVP Transforming Power Guidelines…
National Practice Guidelines for Peer Supporters
[Behold, evidence “Transforming Power” exists: 98% of 1,000 Peer Supporters Agreed to These! — When do 98% of 1,000 people agree to anything???]
1. Peer support is voluntary
2. Peer supporters are hopeful
3. Peer supporters are open-minded
4. Peer supporters are empathetic
5. Peer supporters are respectful
6. Peer supporters facilitate change
7. Peer supporters are honest and direct
8. Peer support is mutual and reciprocal
9. Peer support is equally shared power
10. Peer support is strengths-focused
11. Peer support is transparent
12. Peer support is person-driven
Peer Support Guides to Transformation Happens! — To Us, As Us & Through Us!
1. We invite a strong belief that transformation is possible
2. We stay grounded in equality with everyone we aim to support
3. We know that each journey of transformation is unique
4. We greet others with an open mind & heart; practice empathy
5. We learn to listen well!
6. We learn to sit with our discomfort in relation to other’s feelings
7. We let go of judging & resist any intention to “fix” the other
8. We notice & sincerely reflect positive aspects & strengths
9. We gain skills for expressing ourselves honestly & respectfully
10. We learn to trust our inner sense & expect great healing power is available
11. We commit to our own growth in relationship; We are self-aware
12. We value community based on honesty, respect & caring
Help Along the Way
We aim to offer support based our genuine desire/need to give (back?)
We practice self-care diligently!; We utilize & add to our “wellness tools”
We strive to be patient with ourselves and those we support
We expect the best
We express appreciation for the mutual benefit of our relationships
We are “transparent” about our role, limitations, pertinent information, etc.
We pause before responding; opening to the Transforming Presence/Power within
If we feel “over our heads” we admit it & seek further assistance
We utilize creativity & humor in our relationships
If we regret our actions, we acknowledge it, make amends if we can, forgive ourselves,
then let it go
We make friends who will support us. We support the best in them
We nurture our own self-acceptance & thereby transform ourselves
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Greetings! I wonder if anyone can give me their opinion or even expertise regarding the core value – “Peer Support is equally shared power”?
Any input is appreciated.
Regards,
Mike
Hi Michael – This site is under revision. Would you like to chat about your question? I am at bethfilson@inaops.org.
I have just started reading the workbook. I am wondering if the site is still under revision. If it is where can I find information about the continuing training for peer specialists. I am unable to travel far and I would like to learn online if possible. Are there webinars that go with the modules?