Alcoholics Anonymous

elite2010 · elite2010

hey all im new here and just needed to vent i guess so here is my story and i guess i am looking for someone that has been in the place i am right now just to share some words on what helped them if that makes sense so to be 100% honest i am i guess a mean drunk ( never to my wife or kids ) just people around me i gues...

Violet260709 · Violet260709

Need help.../ advice/// reached out to a few ppl I know, not had any response A sponsee of mine and my boyfriend are becoming very friendly. (he's also AA, been around for a while but very much a newcomer) My jealousy is consuming me///// I think boundaries are being crossed and their friendship is not a...

Mike B. · Mike B.

September 10 "We who live in the haven of AA cling together with an intensity of purpose which the outside world seldom comprehends. The anarchy of the individual melts away. Self-love subsides and democracy becomes a reality. We begin to know true freedom of the spirit."

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Real love pours itself out upon the object of its affection, without demanding any return. --Florence Scovel Shinn Loving another wholly, purely, with no strings attached promises ecstasy, and yet seldom do we dare chance it. Often we want the promise of love in return if we're to offer it. Our fragi...

Mike B. · Mike B.

September 9 "When I'm willing to pay the price for top-shelf sobriety, 'action' is still the magic word."

Col · Col

So , I came up with the brilliant idea to quit smoking 3 weeks ago. I wonder now if this was a mistake LOL. I am irritable, depressed, anxious, resentful, angry, bitter, lonely... Pretty much runs the gamut of emotions associated with withdrawals. My maturity level has dropped down to about the age of 4...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"A true commitment is a heart-felt promise to yourself from which you will not back down." - David McNally

bikerbill · bikerbill

US alcoholics tend to have really good ideas and tend to act on impulse. April this year I had a really good idea - I bought a pedal cycle. First couple trips out less than 2 miles each, ended with me vomiting by the side of the road. But I perservered, because I wanted one day to go to a meeting on my pushie. In...

John · John

Boy meets girl on AA campus is a analogy in the AA Big Book, which points out that rarely does early recovery love relationships work out... here is why, I call it my version of Step 13.Boy; "She looked at me from across the hallway before the meetings started, I think she wants my body!"Friend; "have you...

mikef · mikef

Good morning and blessings of this day! I must have missed something here in the communications of this forum(I come here often) but reading through the posts this reminds me of one of my favorite spiritual readings. For me, one who in the past, could not utter a sentence without an expletive or som...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Wanting something is not enough. You must hunger for it. Your motivation must be absolutely compelling in order to overcome the obstacles that will invariably come your way." - Les Brown

RubyTues · RubyTues

In many parts of Canada, cities have proclaimed September 8th to be Recovery Day and hold big rallies. This is I believe the second year of this movement: http://www.recoveryday.ca/ Happy Recovery Day, everyone!

stayhumble · stayhumble

I posted this in a response and just thought I'd share it as a new topic. Sometimes we get so caught up in the Steps we don't remember the Traditions. Tradition One- Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon A.A. unity. To me this tradition is very important in that "P...

RubyTues · RubyTues

I didn't go to a meeting for a couple of weeks. Almost three weeks, truth be told. It was a combination of an extremely busy time (I know, who isn't busy), a couple of illnesses, and some travel. I went to a meeting tonight and it was - of course - exactly where I needed to be. I shared, I met some great new peop...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

A.A. Thought for the DayLet us consider the term "spiritual experience" as given in Appendix II of the Big Book, Alcoholics Anonymous. A spiritual experience is something that brings about a personality change. By surrendering our lives to God as we understand Him, we are changed. The...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Friday, September 6, 2013You are reading from the book Today's GiftI never lose sight of the fact that just being is fun. Katharine Hepburn The first good news each day is that we wake up. We are breathing. Our hearts are beating, our minds working. The adventure of living begins. What does the day hol...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Subject: Lance Armstong Its terrible and disgusting how everyone has treated Lance Armstrong, especially after what he achieved, winning seven Tour de France races while on drugs. When I was on drugs, I couldn't even find my bike." ...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"If you limit your actions in life to things that nobody could possibly find fault with, you will not do much." - Charles Dodson

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way, implicitly and unquestionable." - Walt Disney

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Complacency breeds old behavior and unnecessary problems."The Promises," as suggested in the Big Book, clearly indicate that we have work to do if we want the rewards that are guaranteed in this program of recovery. Getting complacent, not using the tools that the program has taught us...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Why We Were ChosenGod in His wisdom selected this group of men and women to be purveyors of His goodness. In selecting them through whom to bring about this phenomenon He went not to the proud, the mighty, the famous or the brilliant. He went instead to the humble, to the sick, to the unfortunate. H...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

I woke up this morning feeling like crap because last night I wanted a beer so bad that I actually fantasized about walking to the store, buying one, and savoring it in the bathroom in secret. It was totally absurd and unacceptable. I got up, started reading the literature, and spent a good amount of tim...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

As we think, so we become. We can enrich our interior monologue. We can seek the company of people who inspire us with a loving approach to life. We can absorb the written thoughts of writers who encourage our positive emotions. We can decide to be cheerful and optimistic, just for today. Whom would yo...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Friends are essential to success; they are still more essential to happiness. To establish place, power, honor and happiness, begin by assiduously and unselfishly winning friends.." - B.C. Forbes

John · John

I run a lot of business ads on Craigslist, Ebay and a few other directories on the internet. They don't cost anything, and keep my business out there for people to see. I actually get about 70% of my work this way. Pressure Washing and Painting is not something homeowners do very often. Pressure Was...

Sober Strummer · Sober Strummer

Must, strongly suggest, had to, requirement, you'd better... The list could go on. The only requirement to join membership is a desire to stop drinking. But is that all I want? What if I want to join the thousands of men and women who have recovered? I hear there are no rules, no musts, noting excep...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I love this new word - I even like pronouncing it!!!

rhood · rhood

24 years last week and for the pass 4 years I been engaged in alcoholic behavior the (ism) lying, cheating not being honest . This is all passed me now and I have made some amends the problem is forgiving myself it was hard to see how easy it was for me to be that addict again without alcohol or drugs. what w...

AdamMoz · AdamMoz

Hi all. I just wanted to put a note out there saying that I'm still here and very actively reading posts on a regular basis. I've been largely absent because I started a new job and moved six weeks ago, and since then life has been a whirlwind of transitioning. I'm enjoying it very much, but transitions ar...

Sober McHappy · Sober McHappy

I hope that you all will forgive my years dickish behavior and let me try to make a fresh start.I don't know for certian that I wont slip up and act like a jerkoff again but I do know that if I do you won't let me get away with it.I need that :) Peace.

seeker · seeker

Hello I wonder if I could get some clarification and advice about AA? I've been going AA for just over 3 months and today is my 87th day without a drink. I'm working on step 4 at the moment. My problem is that my sponsor is doubting my commitment to the programme and is making me feel like I'm not doing enoug...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Seems I've veered away from the most important people in 'the room' and become focused on myself again when will I ever learn? There are some brand new posters here to MIP! Brand newbies to AA too. You are the most important to us. If you are new here to this forum, please excuse our recent rants. T...

Mike B. · Mike B.

September 6 "I felt myself move with a new power, courage, and faith that, by the grace of God, I have acquired as a result of working the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous."

cindy · cindy

is it from your last drink? over time i have seen every kind of addiction you can imagine in the "rooms", putting down the drink is not enough for a lot of us. however i know that denial runs deep and it can take awhile to see a problem in our lives whether it is gambling, sex, prescription drug...

Bluehousegreen · Bluehousegreen

Hi guys, I don't know if I'm in the correct forum, I see so many different threads on here, but I figured I would give this a try anyway. I'm a man in my early thirties, and I have been drinking(but not actually getting drunk all the time) on a daily basis for six years. The reasons for why I wanted to give up...

Zoomtopz · Zoomtopz

You should accept the things you can't change You should change the things you can't accept Th tricky bit Knowing which is which stolen from "Baby John"(th original 11 10 Men)

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Sometimes a majority simply means that all the fools are on the same side. --Claude McDonald If we're to stay straight, we have to be prepared for peer pressure. If anyone tries to get us to use or do what we know is wrong, we have to be prepared. Whether we're prepared to walk away, say "No thanks,&q...

Mike B. · Mike B.

September 5 "My Higher Power works incognito, defying definition and requiring faith."

nezyb · nezyb

AA has led me on a spiritual journey, in search of a greater understanding of who I am and what my core values and beliefs are. Currently I am reading a book entitled "My Spiritual Journey", by the Dalai Lama. All of my life I've heard and read many of his quotes and affirmations, and when I saw t...

justadrunk · justadrunk

I use the line "you are where you're suppose to be" ALL. THE. TIME. It's my self talk - it's the talk I say out loud. It's my faith. My dear friend who is brilliant, and one I've known since my freshman year in college - is now a doctor and is terribly ripped apart these days with PTSD, and nearly s...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass; it's about learning to dance in the rain." - Vivian Greene

Angell · Angell

I certainly wouldn't expect anyone else to find this to be their truth as well; in fact, I'd be quite surprised if anyone did. There has been conversation recently, not for the first time I'm sure, about why 'God' allows bad things to happen to good people. Pappy had explained his view within the thread...

Fyne Spirit · Fyne Spirit

It's a well known fact that I'm a bit slow on the uptake, but I've never understood that passage in the stories section of the big book where "acceptance is the answer to all my problems..everything is as its supposed to be" I shudder when I hear it and I guess that's because I have only ever hea...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

We are giving birth to ourselves. Let's be midwives to one another through this difficult, yet exhilarating, process. --Dudley Martineau Helping each other survive the traumas of our lives strengthens us. We can't be overwhelmed by any experience if we rely on each other for support as we walk thro...

Tanin · Tanin

http://www.foxnews.com/world/2013/09/01/us-swimmer-nyad-looking-very-good-after-...

bikerbill · bikerbill

Thought I'd better check in - been a bit busy, moved house, joined the property owning classes again - at my age! It's been stressful - broadband was down for two weeks - I've had a joiner working for me for a couple of weeks. Although I could do it myself, it's more efficient to get someone in who does this f...

Mike B. · Mike B.

September 4 "AA is spiritual, is the eye of the hurricane, is my refuge and my comfort."

Tanin · Tanin

Here's an interesting WaPa article I came across about alcoholism in America. The magnitude of the problem is enormous (behind only smoking and obesity in life-threatening consequences).But science is making some strides in addressing the problem, both in concert with AA and separate from. Of p...

Sober Strummer · Sober Strummer

Good Morning! A few recent posts here and events at work and home got me thinking. It feels to me like this new life, with my Higher Power and step guide for living, comes in layers. baby steps at work, gradual moves up, all with AA principles providing the power for them better relationships with wife, d...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

A problem well stated is a problem half solved. --Charles F. Kettering Denial never really goes away, it creeps into everyone's life. We may admit we're powerless over alcohol and drugs but still believe it was the school's fault that we were suspended. Denial is especially dangerous for us, becaus...

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	hey im new new to the board (Preview) hey all im new here and just needed to vent i guess so here is my story and i guess i am looking for someone that has been in the place i am right now just to share some words on what helped them if that makes sense so to be 100% honest i am i guess a mean drunk ( never to my wife or kids ) just people around me i gues...	elite2010	16	590	Sep 10, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Jealousy: character defect - need help (Preview) Need help.../ advice/// reached out to a few ppl I know, not had any response A sponsee of mine and my boyfriend are becoming very friendly. (he's also AA, been around for a while but very much a newcomer) My jealousy is consuming me///// I think boundaries are being crossed and their friendship is not a...	Violet260709	16	4386	Sep 10, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) September 10 "We who live in the haven of AA cling together with an intensity of purpose which the outside world seldom comprehends. The anarchy of the individual melts away. Self-love subsides and democracy becomes a reality. We begin to know true freedom of the spirit."	Mike B.	1	278	Sep 10, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift (Preview) Real love pours itself out upon the object of its affection, without demanding any return. --Florence Scovel Shinn Loving another wholly, purely, with no strings attached promises ecstasy, and yet seldom do we dare chance it. Often we want the promise of love in return if we're to offer it. Our fragi...	Pythonpappy	0	299	Sep 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) September 9 "When I'm willing to pay the price for top-shelf sobriety, 'action' is still the magic word."	Mike B.	1	287	Sep 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	I am not a nice person (Preview) So , I came up with the brilliant idea to quit smoking 3 weeks ago. I wonder now if this was a mistake LOL. I am irritable, depressed, anxious, resentful, angry, bitter, lonely... Pretty much runs the gamut of emotions associated with withdrawals. My maturity level has dropped down to about the age of 4...	Col	17	654	Sep 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "A true commitment is a heart-felt promise to yourself from which you will not back down." - David McNally	Pythonpappy	1	280	Sep 9, 2013 by Mike B.
	Well Lance Armstrong, Bradley Wiggins et all don't have anything to worry about.........................this year! (Preview) US alcoholics tend to have really good ideas and tend to act on impulse. April this year I had a really good idea - I bought a pedal cycle. First couple trips out less than 2 miles each, ended with me vomiting by the side of the road. But I perservered, because I wanted one day to go to a meeting on my pushie. In...	bikerbill	5	471	Sep 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Boy meets girl... (Preview) Boy meets girl on AA campus is a analogy in the AA Big Book, which points out that rarely does early recovery love relationships work out... here is why, I call it my version of Step 13.Boy; "She looked at me from across the hallway before the meetings started, I think she wants my body!"Friend; "have you...	John	13	5516	Sep 9, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	The untamable tongue (Preview) Good morning and blessings of this day! I must have missed something here in the communications of this forum(I come here often) but reading through the posts this reminds me of one of my favorite spiritual readings. For me, one who in the past, could not utter a sentence without an expletive or som...	mikef	8	623	Sep 9, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Wanting something is not enough. You must hunger for it. Your motivation must be absolutely compelling in order to overcome the obstacles that will invariably come your way." - Les Brown	Pythonpappy	1	259	Sep 9, 2013 by Mr_David
	Recovery Day (Preview) In many parts of Canada, cities have proclaimed September 8th to be Recovery Day and hold big rallies. This is I believe the second year of this movement: http://www.recoveryday.ca/ Happy Recovery Day, everyone!	RubyTues	3	262	Sep 9, 2013 by Mr_David
	Don't Forget About the Traditions... Tradition 1... (Preview) I posted this in a response and just thought I'd share it as a new topic. Sometimes we get so caught up in the Steps we don't remember the Traditions. Tradition One- Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon A.A. unity. To me this tradition is very important in that "P...	stayhumble	3	351	Sep 9, 2013 by Mr_David
	The many different parts of this program (Preview) I didn't go to a meeting for a couple of weeks. Almost three weeks, truth be told. It was a combination of an extremely busy time (I know, who isn't busy), a couple of illnesses, and some travel. I went to a meeting tonight and it was - of course - exactly where I needed to be. I shared, I met some great new peop...	RubyTues	14	615	Sep 9, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Today's Gift (Preview) A.A. Thought for the DayLet us consider the term "spiritual experience" as given in Appendix II of the Big Book, Alcoholics Anonymous. A spiritual experience is something that brings about a personality change. By surrendering our lives to God as we understand Him, we are changed. The...	Pythonpappy	0	294	Sep 8, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	It's a new day!!! (Preview) Friday, September 6, 2013You are reading from the book Today's GiftI never lose sight of the fact that just being is fun. Katharine Hepburn The first good news each day is that we wake up. We are breathing. Our hearts are beating, our minds working. The adventure of living begins. What does the day hol...	justadrunk	3	383	Sep 8, 2013 by stayhumble
	Want a Little Humor to Start Your Day ??? (Preview) Subject: Lance Armstong Its terrible and disgusting how everyone has treated Lance Armstrong, especially after what he achieved, winning seven Tour de France races while on drugs. When I was on drugs, I couldn't even find my bike." ...	Pythonpappy	2	368	Sep 8, 2013 by Toad
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "If you limit your actions in life to things that nobody could possibly find fault with, you will not do much." - Charles Dodson	Pythonpappy	2	261	Sep 8, 2013 by Sober Strummer
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way, implicitly and unquestionable." - Walt Disney	Pythonpappy	1	250	Sep 8, 2013 by Mr_David
	Today's Gift (Preview) Complacency breeds old behavior and unnecessary problems."The Promises," as suggested in the Big Book, clearly indicate that we have work to do if we want the rewards that are guaranteed in this program of recovery. Getting complacent, not using the tools that the program has taught us...	Pythonpappy	2	250	Sep 8, 2013 by Mr_David
	Why We Were Chosen (Preview) Why We Were ChosenGod in His wisdom selected this group of men and women to be purveyors of His goodness. In selecting them through whom to bring about this phenomenon He went not to the proud, the mighty, the famous or the brilliant. He went instead to the humble, to the sick, to the unfortunate. H...	Pythonpappy	3	430	Sep 8, 2013 by Mr_David
	Spiritual Tooth Brushing (Preview) I woke up this morning feeling like crap because last night I wanted a beer so bad that I actually fantasized about walking to the store, buying one, and savoring it in the bathroom in secret. It was totally absurd and unacceptable. I got up, started reading the literature, and spent a good amount of tim...	AdamMoz	6	425	Sep 8, 2013 by Sports dude
	Today's Gift --- This one is exceptional, don't miss it! (Preview) As we think, so we become. We can enrich our interior monologue. We can seek the company of people who inspire us with a loving approach to life. We can absorb the written thoughts of writers who encourage our positive emotions. We can decide to be cheerful and optimistic, just for today. Whom would yo...	Pythonpappy	5	333	Sep 8, 2013 by Mr_David
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Friends are essential to success; they are still more essential to happiness. To establish place, power, honor and happiness, begin by assiduously and unselfishly winning friends.." - B.C. Forbes	Pythonpappy	1	277	Sep 8, 2013 by Mr_David
	Being Creative (Preview) I run a lot of business ads on Craigslist, Ebay and a few other directories on the internet. They don't cost anything, and keep my business out there for people to see. I actually get about 70% of my work this way. Pressure Washing and Painting is not something homeowners do very often. Pressure Was...	John	4	388	Sep 8, 2013 by Mr_David
	One requirement? List of "must" in the the big book. (Preview) Must, strongly suggest, had to, requirement, you'd better... The list could go on. The only requirement to join membership is a desire to stop drinking. But is that all I want? What if I want to join the thousands of men and women who have recovered? I hear there are no rules, no musts, noting excep...	Sober Strummer	7	2466	Sep 7, 2013 by justadrunk
	I Just Learned a New Word --- (humor) (Preview) I love this new word - I even like pronouncing it!!!	Pythonpappy	11	710	Sep 7, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Forgiving of one self (Preview) 24 years last week and for the pass 4 years I been engaged in alcoholic behavior the (ism) lying, cheating not being honest . This is all passed me now and I have made some amends the problem is forgiving myself it was hard to see how easy it was for me to be that addict again without alcohol or drugs. what w...	rhood	14	920	Sep 7, 2013 by Mr_David
	Still Here (Preview) Hi all. I just wanted to put a note out there saying that I'm still here and very actively reading posts on a regular basis. I've been largely absent because I started a new job and moved six weeks ago, and since then life has been a whirlwind of transitioning. I'm enjoying it very much, but transitions ar...	AdamMoz	12	546	Sep 7, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	RIP Tipsy McStagger (Preview) I hope that you all will forgive my years dickish behavior and let me try to make a fresh start.I don't know for certian that I wont slip up and act like a jerkoff again but I do know that if I do you won't let me get away with it.I need that :) Peace.	Sober McHappy	28	1012	Sep 6, 2013 by StPeteDean
	Advice appreciated. (Preview) Hello I wonder if I could get some clarification and advice about AA? I've been going AA for just over 3 months and today is my 87th day without a drink. I'm working on step 4 at the moment. My problem is that my sponsor is doubting my commitment to the programme and is making me feel like I'm not doing enoug...	seeker	7	494	Sep 6, 2013 by pinkchip
	Not worth it (Preview) Seems I've veered away from the most important people in 'the room' and become focused on myself again when will I ever learn? There are some brand new posters here to MIP! Brand newbies to AA too. You are the most important to us. If you are new here to this forum, please excuse our recent rants. T...	justadrunk	11	702	Sep 6, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) September 6 "I felt myself move with a new power, courage, and faith that, by the grace of God, I have acquired as a result of working the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous."	Mike B.	1	241	Sep 6, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	how do you decide your "sobriety date"? (Preview) is it from your last drink? over time i have seen every kind of addiction you can imagine in the "rooms", putting down the drink is not enough for a lot of us. however i know that denial runs deep and it can take awhile to see a problem in our lives whether it is gambling, sex, prescription drug...	cindy	16	34768	Sep 6, 2013 by Tanin
	Advice on Withdrawal? (Preview) Hi guys, I don't know if I'm in the correct forum, I see so many different threads on here, but I figured I would give this a try anyway. I'm a man in my early thirties, and I have been drinking(but not actually getting drunk all the time) on a daily basis for six years. The reasons for why I wanted to give up...	Bluehousegreen	10	587	Sep 5, 2013 by Tanin
	??? athiest , serenity prayer ??? (Preview) You should accept the things you can't change You should change the things you can't accept Th tricky bit Knowing which is which stolen from "Baby John"(th original 11 10 Men)	Zoomtopz	5	364	Sep 5, 2013 by mandm
	Today's Gift (Preview) Sometimes a majority simply means that all the fools are on the same side. --Claude McDonald If we're to stay straight, we have to be prepared for peer pressure. If anyone tries to get us to use or do what we know is wrong, we have to be prepared. Whether we're prepared to walk away, say "No thanks,&q...	Pythonpappy	3	384	Sep 5, 2013 by Mike B.
	Grapevine (Preview) September 5 "My Higher Power works incognito, defying definition and requiring faith."	Mike B.	2	246	Sep 5, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	A stop along the way..... (Preview) AA has led me on a spiritual journey, in search of a greater understanding of who I am and what my core values and beliefs are. Currently I am reading a book entitled "My Spiritual Journey", by the Dalai Lama. All of my life I've heard and read many of his quotes and affirmations, and when I saw t...	nezyb	6	435	Sep 5, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	You are where you are suppose to be. (Preview) I use the line "you are where you're suppose to be" ALL. THE. TIME. It's my self talk - it's the talk I say out loud. It's my faith. My dear friend who is brilliant, and one I've known since my freshman year in college - is now a doctor and is terribly ripped apart these days with PTSD, and nearly s...	justadrunk	21	599	Sep 5, 2013 by HTW
	Sunrise Quote (Preview) "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass; it's about learning to dance in the rain." - Vivian Greene	Pythonpappy	2	274	Sep 5, 2013 by Sober Strummer
	Why bad things happen to good people - an opinion (Preview) I certainly wouldn't expect anyone else to find this to be their truth as well; in fact, I'd be quite surprised if anyone did. There has been conversation recently, not for the first time I'm sure, about why 'God' allows bad things to happen to good people. Pappy had explained his view within the thread...	Angell	10	586	Sep 5, 2013 by Angell
	A FINE LINE BETWEEN ACCEPTANCE AND DENIAL (Preview) It's a well known fact that I'm a bit slow on the uptake, but I've never understood that passage in the stories section of the big book where "acceptance is the answer to all my problems..everything is as its supposed to be" I shudder when I hear it and I guess that's because I have only ever hea...	Fyne Spirit	17	905	Sep 5, 2013 by Fyne Spirit
	Today's Gift (Preview) We are giving birth to ourselves. Let's be midwives to one another through this difficult, yet exhilarating, process. --Dudley Martineau Helping each other survive the traumas of our lives strengthens us. We can't be overwhelmed by any experience if we rely on each other for support as we walk thro...	Pythonpappy	1	289	Sep 4, 2013 by Mike B.
	Diana Nyad Never Gives Up (Preview) http://www.foxnews.com/world/2013/09/01/us-swimmer-nyad-looking-very-good-after-...	Tanin	7	392	Sep 4, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Eyup, s'meeeeee (Preview) Thought I'd better check in - been a bit busy, moved house, joined the property owning classes again - at my age! It's been stressful - broadband was down for two weeks - I've had a joiner working for me for a couple of weeks. Although I could do it myself, it's more efficient to get someone in who does this f...	bikerbill	10	559	Sep 4, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	Grapevine (Preview) September 4 "AA is spiritual, is the eye of the hurricane, is my refuge and my comfort."	Mike B.	1	271	Sep 4, 2013 by Pythonpappy
	More About Alcholism (Preview) Here's an interesting WaPa article I came across about alcoholism in America. The magnitude of the problem is enormous (behind only smoking and obesity in life-threatening consequences).But science is making some strides in addressing the problem, both in concert with AA and separate from. Of p...	Tanin	10	773	Sep 4, 2013 by Jerry F
	Layers of sanity - The Flapjack Syndrome (Preview) Good Morning! A few recent posts here and events at work and home got me thinking. It feels to me like this new life, with my Higher Power and step guide for living, comes in layers. baby steps at work, gradual moves up, all with AA principles providing the power for them better relationships with wife, d...	Sober Strummer	14	689	Sep 4, 2013 by Mike D
	Today's Gift (Preview) A problem well stated is a problem half solved. --Charles F. Kettering Denial never really goes away, it creeps into everyone's life. We may admit we're powerless over alcohol and drugs but still believe it was the school's fault that we were suspended. Denial is especially dangerous for us, becaus...	Pythonpappy	2	241	Sep 3, 2013 by Pythonpappy
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