Hey there LW. I done the 12 with a sponsor.
I think there are some in AA who do the higher power- let go , let god bit very literally. I was advised by quite a few people jsut to accept the fight I was having to secure safe long term housing was just too big and leave it to god. I did not- pushed and fought and got what I needed. THAT was in my control
The let nature take it's course- to me means not trying to change anything other than me..within reason. I cannot change the world and to try and do so- would be contradictory to my recovery.
As to the helpless bit...their is a 'sick role' in hospitals, where the patient assumes a helpless like role- and obey instructions...some never loose that, but to loose it means always trying- getting up and going an extra step,or inch.
Support to you.