It's a decision whether we go on living life the way we are or try something different. That's it, that's all step three means to us when we begin our recovery. Most of us stumble over the fact God is mentioned in this step. Let's remember here that recovery is not allied with any religion, and that being part of one isn't necessary for us to get recovery. What is important here is that for some reason some of us are brought to us having to make this decision. Before we decide we should think about all the events that have led up to us having to make this decision. If we're honest we'll realize that this is more of an acknowledgement that something has been caring for us along, and that it's probably best if we want to continue with our recovery to stay out of the way, and to let whatever that is care for us.