DRAFT FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF THE GROUP CONSCIENCE
“A Kindr group ought never endorse, finance, or lend the Kindr name to any related facility or outside enterprise, lest problems of money, property, or prestige divert us from our primary purpose.”
Tradition Six protects Kindr from losing its way. It reminds us that our strength lies not in wealth, fame, or public influence—but in our spiritual clarity and shared purpose. Our mission is to carry the message of recovery, not to build empires, seek recognition, or become entangled in outside ventures.
When a group aligns itself too closely with an outside cause—whether a treatment centre, a political issue, a business, or even a worthy charity—it risks compromising its message and confusing its identity. We may have personal passions, but as a fellowship, we stay in our lane. We are not affiliated with any institution, movement, or professional body. We are Kindr. That is enough.
This Tradition is not about withdrawing from the world—it’s about maintaining our spiritual independence. We cooperate with others, but we do not endorse. We may meet in a community space, but we do not promote that space. We may refer members to therapy or detox, but we do not attach the Kindr name to any programme or service. We keep our message clean and free of entanglements.
Problems of money, property, or prestige have divided countless organisations. Kindr is vulnerable to the same dangers. If we allow the desire for recognition or resources to guide our decisions, we lose sight of the humility and simplicity that make recovery possible. The addict who still suffers will not be helped by our brand, our bank balance, or our partnerships. They will be helped by our honesty, our hope, and our shared experience.
This Tradition is also a safeguard against ego. It invites us to stay grounded, to avoid the temptation to use Kindr’s name for personal or group advancement. We do not seek credit or praise. We keep our focus on service.
Kindr survives and thrives through spiritual principles, not public acclaim. By declining to endorse or finance outside enterprises, we protect the purity of our message and the safety of our fellowship.
Key Spiritual Principles in Tradition Six:
Integrity – We keep our message clear and untangled from outside interests.
Humility – We do not seek prestige or recognition for ourselves or our group.
Simplicity – We avoid distractions that might lead us away from our primary purpose.
Clarity of Purpose – We remember that carrying the message of recovery is more important than promoting any cause, programme, or facility.
Responsibility – We take care not to misuse the Kindr name or reputation.
DRAFT FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF THE GROUP CONSCIENCE