Clint Hufft and Wendy Dahl discuss the role of a higher power in the 12-step recovery program, focusing on surrender, hope, humility, accountability, and moral inventory. They explore how the concept of a higher power provides emotional safety, encourages humility, and fosters accountability without shame. Wendy shares personal experiences with her brother's addiction and the family dynamics involved. They also touch on the flexibility of defining a higher power, which can be God, the universe, or the fellowship, emphasizing connection and trust. The conversation highlights the importance of personal responsibility and empathy in recovery.