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IP #11, Sponsorship

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description IP #11, Sponsorship Overview

IP #11, Sponsorship is a Narcotics Anonymous pamphlet, notable for explaining the sponsor relationship as one addict helping another through recovery.

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What is Narcotics Anonymous IP #11, Sponsorship?

IP #11 is an introductory Narcotics Anonymous pamphlet about the sponsor relationship. It explains why newcomers are encouraged to seek a sponsor and how sponsorship supports recovery. [NA official pamphlet](https://na.org/e-lit/ip-11-sponsorship/)

How does IP #11 define an NA sponsor?

The pamphlet describes a sponsor as an NA member living a recovery program who is willing to build a supportive one-to-one relationship. Its central idea is one recovering addict helping another.

What practical questions does the Sponsorship pamphlet answer?

It addresses what a sponsor is, how to find one, and how to use the relationship. It also explains that sponsorship can involve sharing experience, offering support, and working through the Twelve Steps.

Is an NA sponsor a therapist or legal adviser?

No. IP #11 presents sponsorship as peer support within Narcotics Anonymous, not professional therapy, legal advice, banking, parenting, or social work.

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