involves the recognition of a feeling or belief that there is something more to being human than sensory experience, and that the greater whole of which we are part is cosmic or divine in nature.

is a feeling that members have of belonging, a feeling that members matter to one another and to the group, and a shared faith that members' needs will be met through commitment to be together.

people meet together and share their weaknesses, pray for each other, and encourage each other, both people begin changing.