Alcoholics Anonymous

mikef · mikef

I am a true believer in the power of prayer and thru the years I have learned that sharing my anxieties and pain with others just like me is integral for my continued positive spiritual condition.My wifes younger sister(40"s)was just admitted to ICU for suicide attempt,we are still finding out...

gladlee · gladlee

"Only self can cast a shadow on the way. Be more afraid of spirit-unrest, of soul-disturbance, than of earthquake or fire, or any outside forces. When you feel the absolute calm has been broken - away alone with Me until your heart sings and all is strong and calm. All that you have to do is to ke...

gladlee · gladlee

Releasing the Past "We will not regret the past nor fear the future," goes one of the promises in Twelve Step programs. Neither the past nor the future should control what we're thinking and doing today. After all, if our Higher Power is everything, no person or action an be outside of thi...

Aquaman · Aquaman

Today I may get fired. At the very least I will get a pedantic ass-chewing. As we recover from a self-prophesized recession, A can't pay B and B can't pay C and so on. My annual salary, ALL commission, qualifys as "working poor". It's annual bonus time and I NEED my bonus to get a car out of the sh...

gladlee · gladlee

"In everything by prayer and supplication let your requests be made known unto God." But do not beg. Rather come as a business manager bringing to the owner the needs, checks to be signed, etc., and knowing that to lay the matter before him means immediate supply. I long to supply, but the a...

barisax · barisax

Having the acquired taste for alcohol in whatever form doesn't seem to be a requirement for alcoholics. I've heard a number of AA members say that they hated the taste of beer/booze/whatever, and drank only to get drunk. A speaker I heard recently said it took him several years to "get it"...

Just Toni · Just Toni

Hi Dod's, So happy your are doing it....we all watched your struggling for so long.. A giant Big Hats off to you my friend... Please let us hear from you, can barely wait to see how your doing, and loving your new Sobriety! Love and Hugs, and.... Tonicakes

jonijoni1 · jonijoni1

I know with all my heart that intimate relationships in early recovery can be very deadly at worst, and extremely painful and uncomfortable at times, at best. Do I want to continue to have the high of elation, and the low of a bear trap closing in on my chest, one then the other, like a merry go round? Joy, p...

bikerbill · bikerbill

Oh boy what a hell of a past couple weeks. Been separated over 5 years now, been sober over 4 years. Got a glimpse of how life could be and it rocked me to my boots. Realised we (Eileen and I) have been 'idling in a regressive groove' for so long we are growing apart. How can it be that I love her so much but I'm cu...

Gzepe · Gzepe

God and the Devil Must a Christ be crucified in every generation for the benefit of those who have no imaginationGeorge Bernard Shaw Christ, is a title, Jesus is the name, the man from Galilee who could rarely rub two shekels together and could make no claim to lay his head night or day. A fellow so plain,...

gladlee · gladlee

February 18 "Never miss these times. It is not what I reveal to you so much as the linking up of your frail natures with the limitless Divine Powers. Already, forces are set in motion. Only My Will is coming to pass. And now God is blessing you very richly. You think that there is much to do in a cri...

gonee · gonee

This was given to me:If God is planning our lives, then why should we get involved? Except to pray according to His will which is clearly defined by our Lord Jesus Christ in the prayer which He gave us in the Gospel of St Matthew 6:9-15. Our uttermost desires and requests must be placed with Him. He will pl...

GRnc · GRnc

Good evening! I'm new to this forum, and now glad I have found it as this will be a simple tool for me to use on my way to recovery. I'm an active AA member, but this is just icing on the cake for me to do some pondering when I'm not at my local AA meeting. Can't wait to discuss future topics with you all!! With t...

Randjet · Randjet

Where do I find the promises on this site?

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

... there was nothing left for us but to pick up the simple kit of spiritual tools laid at our feet. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 25 My first attempt at the Steps was one of obligation and necessity, which resulted in a deep feeling of discouragement in the face of all those adverbs: courageously; complete...

SoberSteve · SoberSteve

I believe this site was posted on the AA links above but for those that might miss it or didnt know you can actually watch free versions of My Name is Bill W and When love isnt enough, theres also tons of other free AA media... http://silkworth.net/freestuff.html EDIT--- Nevermind, it seems they have a...

gladlee · gladlee

"Even were I never to speak to you, you would be well rewarded for setting apart this time, if you only sat still and longed for Me, if you just drew hungering breaths for Me, as you do for the fresh pure air of the open." Be still, be calm. Wait before Me. Learn of Me, patience, humility, peace...

SoberSteve · SoberSteve

Not to offend or start any type of drama, if you dont wish to answer I respect that but for those that choose to share: I was wondering if your HP has a voice and if so how do you hear it? Does it come audible in your ears? Is it more of a judgemental thing like an angel on your shoulder devil on the other? Do yo...

Linistea · Linistea

Step Work Board

gonee · gonee

I have observed that there are many new people that have come to the board. Firstly, I want to encourage you to stay in recovery. Secondly, do not be discouraged. We have all been there. I can write a book about my 1st day, my 1st month, my 1st year. Having lost all faith in myself and despite myself, I still...

gladlee · gladlee

February 15 "You shall be used. The Divine Force is never less. It is sufficient for all the work in the world. I only need the instruments for Me to use. To know that would re-make the world. The world does not need super-men, but super-natural men. Men who will persistently turn the self out...

Brian19246 · Brian19246

Sometimes when I'm real drunk I have urges/feelings of cutting myself and wanting to die.

jonijoni1 · jonijoni1

My God, what have I DONE??????? I have not drank. But when I did relapse this winter, I got in more trouble with the law, and now I can't find a job. I badly need a job. My ex is not paying his support, and I can no longer afford my divorce lawyer! So I have to wait around for a low-income legal service to schedul...

Larry_H · Larry_H

Today's thought from Hazelden is: To keep a lamp burning, we have to keep putting oil in it. --Mother Teresa Our spiritual nature must be nurtured. Prayer and meditation lovingly kindle the flame that guides us from within. Because we're human, we often let the flame flicker and perhaps go out. And th...

TipsyMcstagger · TipsyMcstagger

I've tried on a few different occassions to work with a temporary sponsor to go through the steps but for one reason or another it didn't go well. One was a lunatic AA nazi who I thought was an unstable nut. A few went back out shortly after they became my temporary sponsor. A few I treated poorly and they ga...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Are these extravagant promises? We think not. They are being fulfilled among us--sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly. They will always materialize if we work for them. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 84 One of the most important things A.A. has given me, in addition to freedom from booze, is the ability...

SteveP · SteveP

lol...heard a great one today... "When can an alcoholic drink safely again?" "When they close the lid." One to remember. Of course, without AA, my insane mind would think "yeah, well, that's true for all those hundreds of millions of alcoholics, but I'm different.&quo...

LinBaba · LinBaba

Having a typical Alcoholic Valentines day, remember, you aren't alone Personally I had a great Valentines Day weekend, but still remember I had plenty of days like these, so if all those happy joyous and so called "free" people i...

puzzled · puzzled

I drank a whole load of beer and whiskey on Thursday after being sober for a few years. (see my previous post) I've been in touch with my sponsor and another AA who have both been very supportive, and the advice was that I should get back to a meeting as soon as possible. Yesterday I still felt very raw; but w...

Jamie D · Jamie D

I sometimes feel within the privacy of my own mind, that to call this thing we have "addiction" rather than alcoholism seems more accurate to my experience strength and hope ,and all emcompassing. I have been to alot of AA meetings over the years and I notice that alot of members in the roo...

SoberSteve · SoberSteve

As many of you may know I have been in and out of AA since oct 10.. Well Im back on the wagon and have been needing a meeting however all of the local ones have people I dont want to see, 3 ex sponsors that gave up on me, and regulars that have went "back out" with me but keep it a secret from AA,etc.....

puzzled · puzzled

Hi, I was sober since August 2007 until yesterday at 4pm. A massive panic attack was the cause - I've suffered with them on and off throughout my life but recently they have gotten a lot worse. Yesterday's was the worst ever in my recovery; I thought I was going to die, go mad, and it just kept building and b...

davason · davason

If you are in a committed relationship or not, today is a day of Love. Don't forget that you can share that love with others. Regardless of circumstance, you are loved. Be it a parent, children, or this wonderous program and the people in it.

gladlee · gladlee

At my Sunday meeting, we study one of The Four Absolutes once a month. For those who are not familiar, The Four Absolutes are Honesty, Unselfishness, Love and Purity. I thought I would post on Love today. Happy Valentine's Day ((friends)) Love "We often learn more by questions, than ans...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Burn the idea into the consciousness of every man that he can get well regardless of anyone. The only condition is that he trust in God and clean house. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 98 Dealing with expectations is a frequent topic at meetings. It isn't wrong to expect progress of myself, good things from l...

Larry_H · Larry_H

Today's thought from Hazelden is: Ordinary moments ... they in turn enrich our lives Our spiritual life is on the same plane as our everyday relationships. It's not just something within our mind or feelings, and it's not just lofty and in the clouds. Spirituality is between people and in all relatio...

bikerbill · bikerbill

I've spent two days in the wilderness - away from people like us. I got to a meeting tonight and the pure Joy and comfort I felt being back with like minded people is unquantifiable. Yes, this programme builds a bridge to normal living. Yes this programme enables me to deal with the others. Yes, I know tha...

maire rua · maire rua

Hi All, As I posted some weeks ago, my sponsor turned flaky but has now taken to ringing me. I was pleased until I actually realised she was after something I had materially. I am disappointed but not surprised. Though I have agreed to give here the item, I am actually going to cancel that arrangement and...

gonee · gonee

My wife and kids took me out for dinner last night for my 51 st natural birthday. I remember like it was yesterday when I had just turned 28 and made my 1st AA meeting. Those fine people asked me to stick around and I did because I wanted to. They gave me a program with 12 simple steps and asked me if I would like...

Aliciababy · Aliciababy

Hi Everyone: I read this message board religiously. Especially, in the last couple of weeks. I haven't been able to go to meetings. This is as close to AA I have been. It's helping me keep sober and I don't feel so alone in my thoughts and feelings. Why I haven't been to a meeting? Well, I am exercisin...

MAL · MAL

Just curious. Does anyone else here do Bikram yoga to help with sobriety? It's proving to be a very powerful tool for me, along with meetings. I've got nine days now (the most in over a year). And I'm happy, productively busy and feel better - even in cold, frozen January. Em

gladlee · gladlee

Near the Goal "In a race, it is not the start that hurts, not the even pace of the long stretch. It is when the goal is in sight that heart and nerves and courage and muscles are strained almost beyond human endurance, almost to breaking point. So with you now, the goal is in sight, you need your final...

phoenix · phoenix

Hello, I have been drinking for years... almost 22, in fact. Sometimes more than others, but more and more until I finally heard all of the words that my wife had said to me over the past 10 years (I think that used to be referred to as a moment of clarity). I suddenly realized that it was time to make a chan...

StPeteDean · StPeteDean

Dalai Lama The more you think about your own self, the more self-centred you are, the more trouble even small problems can create in your mind. The stronger your sense of I, the narrower the scope of your thinking becomes; then even small obstacles become unbearable. On the other hand, if you concern y...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

Selfishness--self-centeredness! That, we think, is the root of all our troubles. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 62 How amazing the revelation that the world, and everyone in it, can get along just fine with or without me. What a relief to know that people, places and things will be perfectly okay without...

Larry_H · Larry_H

Today's thought from Hazelden is: In music, in the sea, in a flower, in a leaf, in an act of kindness... I see what people call God in all these things. --Pablo Casals The Third Step refers to "God as we understood Him." The pathways to meeting our Higher Power and to our spiritual awakening ar...

bikerbill · bikerbill

I have some heavy personal stuff to deal with. I'm working extensively with the sponsor, but need to devote more time and energy to me, so I'll be a less regular contributor, but still lurk from time to time. I'll be fine and I'll be back.

Aquaman · Aquaman

February 18th is my town's next poetry slam...I'm thinking of entering this under "short prose". UnityWhile delivering the body of the host, the priest notices the shattered capillaries on the face of one of his flock. Gin-Blossoms, they used to call that particular tell-tale of the al...

leeu · leeu

It's freakin' snowing AGAIN. The path out my door is down to maybe 10" wide and has ice hard walls of snow 3 feet high all the way to the street. That's all I have to say. God, grant me the serenity...

SoberSteve · SoberSteve

Anyone have a copy of this book? I was wondering if its worth ordering. Seems pretty interesting... anyways something I stumbled across.. the sites pretty cool as well...you can take anyword you want, type it in and it shows you everytime its used in the big book and what page etc ...check it out h...

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	Prayer and support (Preview) I am a true believer in the power of prayer and thru the years I have learned that sharing my anxieties and pain with others just like me is integral for my continued positive spiritual condition.My wifes younger sister(40"s)was just admitted to ICU for suicide attempt,we are still finding out...	mikef	11	857	Feb 21, 2011 by gonee
	"Nothing Can Hurt" (God Calling) (Preview) "Only self can cast a shadow on the way. Be more afraid of spirit-unrest, of soul-disturbance, than of earthquake or fire, or any outside forces. When you feel the absolute calm has been broken - away alone with Me until your heart sings and all is strong and calm. All that you have to do is to ke...	gladlee	0	478	Feb 21, 2011 by gladlee
	A Day of Acceptance (Walk in Dry Places) (Preview) Releasing the Past "We will not regret the past nor fear the future," goes one of the promises in Twelve Step programs. Neither the past nor the future should control what we're thinking and doing today. After all, if our Higher Power is everything, no person or action an be outside of thi...	gladlee	2	916	Feb 21, 2011 by Rob84
	something had to snap...and it was me. (Preview) Today I may get fired. At the very least I will get a pedantic ass-chewing. As we recover from a self-prophesized recession, A can't pay B and B can't pay C and so on. My annual salary, ALL commission, qualifys as "working poor". It's annual bonus time and I NEED my bonus to get a car out of the sh...	Aquaman	13	833	Feb 20, 2011 by jonijoni1
	"Claim Your Rights" (God Calling) (Preview) "In everything by prayer and supplication let your requests be made known unto God." But do not beg. Rather come as a business manager bringing to the owner the needs, checks to be signed, etc., and knowing that to lay the matter before him means immediate supply. I long to supply, but the a...	gladlee	2	643	Feb 20, 2011 by SoberSteve
	A Taste for Alcohol (Preview) Having the acquired taste for alcohol in whatever form doesn't seem to be a requirement for alcoholics. I've heard a number of AA members say that they hated the taste of beer/booze/whatever, and drank only to get drunk. A speaker I heard recently said it took him several years to "get it"...	barisax	5	1240	Feb 19, 2011 by bikerbill
	Ya HOOO! Dodworth!!! (Preview) Hi Dod's, So happy your are doing it....we all watched your struggling for so long.. A giant Big Hats off to you my friend... Please let us hear from you, can barely wait to see how your doing, and loving your new Sobriety! Love and Hugs, and.... Tonicakes	Just Toni	15	1195	Feb 18, 2011 by LinBaba
	Relationships/Rollercoasters (Preview) I know with all my heart that intimate relationships in early recovery can be very deadly at worst, and extremely painful and uncomfortable at times, at best. Do I want to continue to have the high of elation, and the low of a bear trap closing in on my chest, one then the other, like a merry go round? Joy, p...	jonijoni1	18	1392	Feb 18, 2011 by barisax
	Eyup, I'm Back (Preview) Oh boy what a hell of a past couple weeks. Been separated over 5 years now, been sober over 4 years. Got a glimpse of how life could be and it rocked me to my boots. Realised we (Eileen and I) have been 'idling in a regressive groove' for so long we are growing apart. How can it be that I love her so much but I'm cu...	bikerbill	10	972	Feb 18, 2011 by bikerbill
	God and the Devil page 11 BB (Preview) God and the Devil Must a Christ be crucified in every generation for the benefit of those who have no imaginationGeorge Bernard Shaw Christ, is a title, Jesus is the name, the man from Galilee who could rarely rub two shekels together and could make no claim to lay his head night or day. A fellow so plain,...	Gzepe	5	992	Feb 18, 2011 by attilio
	"Let Me Do It" (God Calling) (Preview) February 18 "Never miss these times. It is not what I reveal to you so much as the linking up of your frail natures with the limitless Divine Powers. Already, forces are set in motion. Only My Will is coming to pass. And now God is blessing you very richly. You think that there is much to do in a cri...	gladlee	0	846	Feb 18, 2011 by gladlee
	Through my unbearable pain...... (Preview) This was given to me:If God is planning our lives, then why should we get involved? Except to pray according to His will which is clearly defined by our Lord Jesus Christ in the prayer which He gave us in the Gospel of St Matthew 6:9-15. Our uttermost desires and requests must be placed with Him. He will pl...	gonee	0	604	Feb 18, 2011 by gonee
	Appeal hearing for reinstatement of drivers license appeal license hearing (Preview) Good evening! I'm new to this forum, and now glad I have found it as this will be a simple tool for me to use on my way to recovery. I'm an active AA member, but this is just icing on the cake for me to do some pondering when I'm not at my local AA meeting. Can't wait to discuss future topics with you all!! With t...	GRnc	18	10787	Feb 18, 2011 by SoberSteve
	The promises (Preview) Where do I find the promises on this site?	Randjet	6	1070	Feb 17, 2011 by LinBaba
	Daily Reflections ~ Our Paths are Our Own & 24hrs a Day (Preview) ... there was nothing left for us but to pick up the simple kit of spiritual tools laid at our feet. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 25 My first attempt at the Steps was one of obligation and necessity, which resulted in a deep feeling of discouragement in the face of all those adverbs: courageously; complete...	Sobrietyspell	1	609	Feb 17, 2011 by Sobrietyspell
	Watch: My name is Bill. W and When love isnt enough here free... EDIT inside! (Preview) I believe this site was posted on the AA links above but for those that might miss it or didnt know you can actually watch free versions of My Name is Bill W and When love isnt enough, theres also tons of other free AA media... http://silkworth.net/freestuff.html EDIT--- Nevermind, it seems they have a...	SoberSteve	3	6092	Feb 17, 2011 by Klaatu
	Never Ruffled (God Calling) (Preview) "Even were I never to speak to you, you would be well rewarded for setting apart this time, if you only sat still and longed for Me, if you just drew hungering breaths for Me, as you do for the fresh pure air of the open." Be still, be calm. Wait before Me. Learn of Me, patience, humility, peace...	gladlee	2	709	Feb 17, 2011 by leeu
	Does your higher power have a voice? (Preview) Not to offend or start any type of drama, if you dont wish to answer I respect that but for those that choose to share: I was wondering if your HP has a voice and if so how do you hear it? Does it come audible in your ears? Is it more of a judgemental thing like an angel on your shoulder devil on the other? Do yo...	SoberSteve	12	2625	Feb 17, 2011 by LinBaba
	Step 6 is posted on the step work board (Preview) Step Work Board	Linistea	0	424	Feb 16, 2011 by Linistea
	To Newcomers. (Preview) I have observed that there are many new people that have come to the board. Firstly, I want to encourage you to stay in recovery. Secondly, do not be discouraged. We have all been there. I can write a book about my 1st day, my 1st month, my 1st year. Having lost all faith in myself and despite myself, I still...	gonee	4	1046	Feb 16, 2011 by leeu
	Inspiration - Not Aspiration (God Calling) (Preview) February 15 "You shall be used. The Divine Force is never less. It is sufficient for all the work in the world. I only need the instruments for Me to use. To know that would re-make the world. The world does not need super-men, but super-natural men. Men who will persistently turn the self out...	gladlee	2	677	Feb 16, 2011 by leeu
	Alcohol cutting/suicidal (Preview) Sometimes when I'm real drunk I have urges/feelings of cutting myself and wanting to die.	Brian19246	10	1184	Feb 16, 2011 by SteveP
	Even worse today..... in tears (Preview) My God, what have I DONE??????? I have not drank. But when I did relapse this winter, I got in more trouble with the law, and now I can't find a job. I badly need a job. My ex is not paying his support, and I can no longer afford my divorce lawyer! So I have to wait around for a low-income legal service to schedul...	jonijoni1	19	1093	Feb 16, 2011 by jonijoni1
	Our spiritual nature must be nurtured (Preview) Today's thought from Hazelden is: To keep a lamp burning, we have to keep putting oil in it. --Mother Teresa Our spiritual nature must be nurtured. Prayer and meditation lovingly kindle the flame that guides us from within. Because we're human, we often let the flame flicker and perhaps go out. And th...	Larry_H	3	672	Feb 16, 2011 by SoberSteve
	Do we really need omeone to walk us through the steps (Preview) I've tried on a few different occassions to work with a temporary sponsor to go through the steps but for one reason or another it didn't go well. One was a lunatic AA nazi who I thought was an unstable nut. A few went back out shortly after they became my temporary sponsor. A few I treated poorly and they ga...	TipsyMcstagger	22	1211	Feb 15, 2011 by PhilipD
	Daily Reflections ~ Taking Action & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Are these extravagant promises? We think not. They are being fulfilled among us--sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly. They will always materialize if we work for them. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 84 One of the most important things A.A. has given me, in addition to freedom from booze, is the ability...	Sobrietyspell	0	504	Feb 15, 2011 by Sobrietyspell
	"When they close the lid" (Preview) lol...heard a great one today... "When can an alcoholic drink safely again?" "When they close the lid." One to remember. Of course, without AA, my insane mind would think "yeah, well, that's true for all those hundreds of millions of alcoholics, but I'm different.&quo...	SteveP	9	870	Feb 15, 2011 by davason
	For all those (Preview) Having a typical Alcoholic Valentines day, remember, you aren't alone Personally I had a great Valentines Day weekend, but still remember I had plenty of days like these, so if all those happy joyous and so called "free" people i...	LinBaba	8	1355	Feb 15, 2011 by davason
	Went to a meeting tonight, but... (Preview) I drank a whole load of beer and whiskey on Thursday after being sober for a few years. (see my previous post) I've been in touch with my sponsor and another AA who have both been very supportive, and the advice was that I should get back to a meeting as soon as possible. Yesterday I still felt very raw; but w...	puzzled	12	1040	Feb 14, 2011 by mental defect
	A Thinking Disease not a Drinking Disease (Preview) I sometimes feel within the privacy of my own mind, that to call this thing we have "addiction" rather than alcoholism seems more accurate to my experience strength and hope ,and all emcompassing. I have been to alot of AA meetings over the years and I notice that alot of members in the roo...	Jamie D	6	2312	Feb 14, 2011 by mental defect
	Meeting Question.... (Preview) As many of you may know I have been in and out of AA since oct 10.. Well Im back on the wagon and have been needing a meeting however all of the local ones have people I dont want to see, 3 ex sponsors that gave up on me, and regulars that have went "back out" with me but keep it a secret from AA,etc.....	SoberSteve	17	1058	Feb 14, 2011 by mental defect
	Drank again after 3-and-a-half years (Preview) Hi, I was sober since August 2007 until yesterday at 4pm. A massive panic attack was the cause - I've suffered with them on and off throughout my life but recently they have gotten a lot worse. Yesterday's was the worst ever in my recovery; I thought I was going to die, go mad, and it just kept building and b...	puzzled	15	1374	Feb 14, 2011 by ferrisdp
	Happy Valentine’s day!!!! (Preview) If you are in a committed relationship or not, today is a day of Love. Don't forget that you can share that love with others. Regardless of circumstance, you are loved. Be it a parent, children, or this wonderous program and the people in it.	davason	3	755	Feb 14, 2011 by mikef
	Love (Preview) At my Sunday meeting, we study one of The Four Absolutes once a month. For those who are not familiar, The Four Absolutes are Honesty, Unselfishness, Love and Purity. I thought I would post on Love today. Happy Valentine's Day ((friends)) Love "We often learn more by questions, than ans...	gladlee	1	558	Feb 14, 2011 by mikef
	Daily Reflections ~ Expectations vs Demands & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Burn the idea into the consciousness of every man that he can get well regardless of anyone. The only condition is that he trust in God and clean house. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 98 Dealing with expectations is a frequent topic at meetings. It isn't wrong to expect progress of myself, good things from l...	Sobrietyspell	1	1508	Feb 14, 2011 by Toad
	Ordinary moments ... they in turn enrich our lives (Preview) Today's thought from Hazelden is: Ordinary moments ... they in turn enrich our lives Our spiritual life is on the same plane as our everyday relationships. It's not just something within our mind or feelings, and it's not just lofty and in the clouds. Spirituality is between people and in all relatio...	Larry_H	1	520	Feb 14, 2011 by Toad
	2 days in the wilderness and now back with my own kind. (Preview) I've spent two days in the wilderness - away from people like us. I got to a meeting tonight and the pure Joy and comfort I felt being back with like minded people is unquantifiable. Yes, this programme builds a bridge to normal living. Yes this programme enables me to deal with the others. Yes, I know tha...	bikerbill	10	964	Feb 14, 2011 by bikerbill
	Update on all (Preview) Hi All, As I posted some weeks ago, my sponsor turned flaky but has now taken to ringing me. I was pleased until I actually realised she was after something I had materially. I am disappointed but not surprised. Though I have agreed to give here the item, I am actually going to cancel that arrangement and...	maire rua	4	735	Feb 14, 2011 by pinkchip
	Just turned 51. (Preview) My wife and kids took me out for dinner last night for my 51 st natural birthday. I remember like it was yesterday when I had just turned 28 and made my 1st AA meeting. Those fine people asked me to stick around and I did because I wanted to. They gave me a program with 12 simple steps and asked me if I would like...	gonee	9	800	Feb 14, 2011 by Rob84
	Changing my life (Preview) Hi Everyone: I read this message board religiously. Especially, in the last couple of weeks. I haven't been able to go to meetings. This is as close to AA I have been. It's helping me keep sober and I don't feel so alone in my thoughts and feelings. Why I haven't been to a meeting? Well, I am exercisin...	Aliciababy	9	1327	Feb 14, 2011 by Mr_David
	Bikram Yoga (Preview) Just curious. Does anyone else here do Bikram yoga to help with sobriety? It's proving to be a very powerful tool for me, along with meetings. I've got nine days now (the most in over a year). And I'm happy, productively busy and feel better - even in cold, frozen January. Em	MAL	9	2337	Feb 13, 2011 by MAL
	Near the Goal (God Calling) (Preview) Near the Goal "In a race, it is not the start that hurts, not the even pace of the long stretch. It is when the goal is in sight that heart and nerves and courage and muscles are strained almost beyond human endurance, almost to breaking point. So with you now, the goal is in sight, you need your final...	gladlee	2	729	Feb 13, 2011 by SoberSteve
	Anyone willing to share detox experiences? (Preview) Hello, I have been drinking for years... almost 22, in fact. Sometimes more than others, but more and more until I finally heard all of the words that my wife had said to me over the past 10 years (I think that used to be referred to as a moment of clarity). I suddenly realized that it was time to make a chan...	phoenix	7	883	Feb 13, 2011 by zzworldontheweb
	Today's DL post on FB (Preview) Dalai Lama The more you think about your own self, the more self-centred you are, the more trouble even small problems can create in your mind. The stronger your sense of I, the narrower the scope of your thinking becomes; then even small obstacles become unbearable. On the other hand, if you concern y...	StPeteDean	4	743	Feb 13, 2011 by StPeteDean
	Daily Reflections ~ "The Root of Our Troubles" & 24hrs a Day (Preview) Selfishness--self-centeredness! That, we think, is the root of all our troubles. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 62 How amazing the revelation that the world, and everyone in it, can get along just fine with or without me. What a relief to know that people, places and things will be perfectly okay without...	Sobrietyspell	2	699	Feb 13, 2011 by StPeteDean
	The Third Step refers to "God as we understood Him." (Preview) Today's thought from Hazelden is: In music, in the sea, in a flower, in a leaf, in an act of kindness... I see what people call God in all these things. --Pablo Casals The Third Step refers to "God as we understood Him." The pathways to meeting our Higher Power and to our spiritual awakening ar...	Larry_H	1	938	Feb 13, 2011 by Toad
	Dropping off this particular radar for a wee while (Preview) I have some heavy personal stuff to deal with. I'm working extensively with the sponsor, but need to devote more time and energy to me, so I'll be a less regular contributor, but still lurk from time to time. I'll be fine and I'll be back.	bikerbill	8	870	Feb 13, 2011 by SteveP
	A wee poem (Preview) February 18th is my town's next poetry slam...I'm thinking of entering this under "short prose". UnityWhile delivering the body of the host, the priest notices the shattered capillaries on the face of one of his flock. Gin-Blossoms, they used to call that particular tell-tale of the al...	Aquaman	4	1332	Feb 13, 2011 by Jerry F
	Oh Dang! (Preview) It's freakin' snowing AGAIN. The path out my door is down to maybe 10" wide and has ice hard walls of snow 3 feet high all the way to the street. That's all I have to say. God, grant me the serenity...	leeu	3	656	Feb 13, 2011 by Mr_David
	164andmore (Preview) Anyone have a copy of this book? I was wondering if its worth ordering. Seems pretty interesting... anyways something I stumbled across.. the sites pretty cool as well...you can take anyword you want, type it in and it shows you everytime its used in the big book and what page etc ...check it out h...	SoberSteve	10	3086	Feb 12, 2011 by SoberSteve
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