Alcoholics Anonymous

Doll · Doll

My thoughts: When I started going to meetings in July 2005, I did what they told me, so I thought. I surrounded myself with the "winners". I went from being a drunk to an acutal contributing member, so I thought. I stopped going to meetings in April 2006, because those winners didn't "walk the tal...

Doll · Doll

Today is July 10, 2006 POVERTY "Must the hunger become anger and anger become fury before anything will be done?" --John Steinbeck I have a gratitude in my life today that stems from the daily recovery I enjoy in my life. Today I am happy, joyous and content; I am able to deal with the...

Robert · Robert

Man It was hard work today working clean, I feel tired now and just a bit quiet. I feel like im almost back to square one! was determined not to lose my temper at work as that would only result in my hurt, even though people have pee'd me off I am ok and safe. Feeling a little down with realisation of what has...

jeannie · jeannie

You're a true beauty. So what if your cheekbones aren't sculpted, your face isn't a perfect oval and your curves are curvier that you'd like? You've got an inner glow that shows! And because it's fired by love and compassion, kindness and courage, and determination, it never fades.&...

Robert · Robert

Afternoon everyone Today I am feeling alot better, Have not picked up anything and have been out for several walks with the dog and meeting. I am a little sad the weekend is nearly gone, I am going to try and not use next week at work as I need to get through on my own steam, I cant be rattled at work any mor...

Rob · Rob

Iv just woken up and im still so soo drunk.. And i feel so scared.. .. i just got two txts from very close friends.. giving me encouragement.. im now crying.... omg.. how can i be this drunk at almost 4am.. tears streaming down my face.. im realy scared........

Doll · Doll

I promise to take the cotton outta my ears and not only stick it in my mouth, but shove it all the way down my throat. I need this place. First, my apologies to all that I pissed off and/or offended. I hope you can forgive me, and if not, atleast tolerate me and help me. I have been so angry for so lon...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

The Promises If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are half way through. We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. We will comprehend the word serenity and we will know peace. N...

LisaF · LisaF

I've been reading in the big book with my sponsor and all the time she's asking me if I can relate to this or that and I'm like yeah, I can relate to it from my bipolar but not from my drinking... like making all these plans of what I'm going to do and being really determined, and in the book it says that person c...

Rob · Rob

Went to another meeting and spoke again Saw a guy i had met from night before... but he seemed reluctant to aknowledge me... i barely remember him anyway.. ffs.. woman spoke to me.,. Anyway i spoke again tonight.. Woman tried to offer me cof...

Dori · Dori

Hi, I had been though so much as a cild as a teen with abuse that I learned to cope by saying all is ok.I learned how to be funny the life of any thing i was into. I got a strong relationship with my Hp God i thought my prayers were even of all was ok. My friends spoke of me as the stongest woman...

wagon · wagon

Abandon yourself to God as you understand God. Admit your faults to Him and to your fellows. Clear away the wreckage of your past. Give freely of what you find and join us. We shall be with you in the Fellowship of the Spirit, and you will surely meet some of us as you trudge the Road of Happy Destiny. May G...

Rob · Rob

Ok .. TONIGHT I HAVE SAID EVERYTHING THAT I EVER WANTED TO SAY.. at aa. i went to a meeting.. and i spoke for the first time... and i said everything!!.. i cant say much more cos of drink.. omg. i said so much.. people spoke and relatated to me.. i hope i speak again... -- Ed...

Robert · Robert

Hi there, I have started to make music again, just a little to start with and I started yesterday. I have my sampler and stuff hooked up now.I have not made music in about 8 years due to severe illness,and am slowly getting the hang of it again, if anyone could offer constructive critism that would be grea...

Robert · Robert

when im with people I cant wait to get away because I feel less then and feel not part of, when im alone I want to be with someone, How do I cope being alone without just being miserable.

lorelei · lorelei

Hi, I've been living by the 12 Steps for 14 years and have had my life changed so much. I am currently enrolled in graduate school and I'm writing a research paper on how prayer and meditation help people in 12 step programs to handle life's challenges. I am hoping some folks from t...

LisaF · LisaF

My sponsor said part of getting sober is... something like... it's like having an onion and the layers are going to gradually peel off and you have to deal with each layer as it peels off and learn how to deal with it and move past it... well my past came crashing down on me Thursday night, I just started thi...

diddly · diddly

of no consuming of booze, blood pressure's back to normal, the sleeplessness has changed to relatively good sleep. I've been here before. Drinking a pint a night for a long, long time until I do something stupid than think: Oh, my God! I have to quit. I'm an alcoholic and I'm killing myself. ...

Phil · Phil

From "The Language of Letting Go" Shame can be a powerful force in our life. It is the trademark of dysfunctional families. Authentic, legitimate guilt is the feeling or thought that what we did is not okay. It indicates that our behavior needs to be corrected or altered...

Robert · Robert

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=009&item=190003966154&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AM...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

Hi Everyone, Well this week was a real roller coaster, Up, then Down, Up then Down, and then finally crashing into a down. Balance, the need for Balance was what I needed, the Roller Coaster was an Emotional Roller coaster. I am grounded today, sort of, thank you my Higher Power. Talk...

Rob · Rob

Been really low all day.. Very quiet.. Theyre having the yearly BBQ at work today and me and mate at work spent most the afternoon setting stuff up.. Im not going myself.. All food and ALL drink is free but i dont wana go. Anyway cos i had helped out alot and cos i wasnt going th...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

Search Alcoholism / Substance Abuse This article is written by nationally recognized historian and oft-quoted Alcoholics Anonymous archivist Mitchell K. Dr. Bob's Last DrinkBill W. had met a kindred spirit in Dr. Bob. Both men were born in Vermont, both were inte...

jonibaloni · jonibaloni

Are you back from vacation? Missing the magic bus man!!!

Jonibaloni

wallsal55 · wallsal55

I stumbled upon the May 1st reading in "Language of Letting Go" by Melody Beattie. In that reading she has a prayer from the Big AA book. From there she goes on to write on the meaning and interpretation of this prayer (May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc.......) It helped me...

Phil · Phil

Letting go of our need for control frees us "If you want to make God laugh, just tell Him your plans." This old Jewish proverb is especially familiar to people in recovery from addiction, but everyone can glean some meaning from these time-tested words. They serve as a gentle...

jonibaloni · jonibaloni

Wow... such good stuff on the "Anger" thread... all stuff I needed to hear. Would like to continue with this very important subject for those of us in recovery. Had another thought, on anger: True, I am a very important part of a few peoples' daily lives... but to most, I am just a speck in that pe...

jeannie · jeannie

Hey how is everyone today? My day is great, super and fantastic. The sun is shinning, the birds are chirping and I am going to spend time with my mother. Life is good. How is every one's day. EEHH Big polar bear hug to all. Just my share...

Enuff Z Nuff · Enuff Z Nuff

Just wanted to introduce myself, I'm Steve and I'm an alcoholic. I came across this board after comming home from a meeting the other night. I post on a few other message boards that have nothing to do with AA or recovery but have plenty of what I don't want in my life anymore, so basically I was lo...

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

Hi to all, I have been in contact with some of the people here, and it has just really grabbed at my heart that the Paralyzing Emotion of Fear, seems to be in control of some. It takes me back to a class on Self-Esteem that I took at a Junior College. I took this class because I did not have a clue as to w...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

Would anyone say that just being a part of this forum would make one a member of Alcoholics Anonymous? I already know what I think just wanted some input on this! Plus, what I think can change from minute to minute!

jonibaloni · jonibaloni

Q. How many alcoholics does it take to change a lightbulb? A. One. He simply holds the lightbulb in the socket and waits for the world to revolve around him.

Toni Baloney · Toni Baloney

Hi, I knew the Post title would draw you in, but it was really for just a little laugh. I went to a dematologist, last week, wanted to have an ingrown hair, that was just turning into a big bump, next to my hair line, above my ear. Anyway, I said, well, you can do it today, right? NO! we must schedule this for SU...

jeannie · jeannie

A thousand eyes, but none with correct vision. --Isacher Hurwitz William Shakespeare referred to envy as the "green sickness." There are only losers in the game of envy. When we envy someone else, we have judged ourselves and found something lacking. Lack of self-love is the soil in which e...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

Things to be grateful for: I can remember what I did yesterday! I'm not in a room with one door and a lock that I don't have a key to! I make it to work on time everyday and I'm not in jeopardy of getting fired! My family actually likes having me around! Haven't worn those silver bracelet...

Phil · Phil

I was barely sitting down when I heard a voice from the other stall saying: "Hi, how are you?" I'm not the type to start a conversation in the restroom but I don't know what got into me, so I answered, somewhat embarrassed, "Doin' just fine!" And the other person says: "So what are you up to?" What kind of qu...

Robert · Robert

Hi there, I am starting to get worn out at work again, I have the type of manager who does not recognise achievement, but you do something wrong and he jumps all over you. It is doing my head in, he just stares at me, like he is looking for something, oh it makes me feel uncomfortable. today I made a big Co...

DanaBanana · DanaBanana

Thanks so much, everyone....I really appreciate ya'lls input! Thanks also for allowing me to vent....I needed to! After much prayer about it, I've decided that I need to have a heart to heart with my Sponsor....it's not her fault that I'm feeling pressured and frustrated with her. I need to make it...

DanaBanana · DanaBanana

I have to confess this...I am totally and completely sitting on The Steps. I am procrastinating getting to Step 4. I recently went back to Step 1, right...I think I shared that a few weeks back...anyhow....my Sponsor is kicking me in the ass big time for it, she's cool beans and she keeps reminding me of...

Phil · Phil

Today's Gift. Forgiveness is all-powerful. Forgiveness heals all ills. --Catherine Ponder Getting mad at someone, a friend perhaps, is normal. Everybody gets mad sometimes. But when we stay mad for very long, it ruins all the fun we'd planned on having throughout the day. Staying mad multi...

HDoggie · HDoggie

Okay, I am new again to the program. Still on step one as far as I know. But this past couple of days, especiallly at work, I've had these horrible feelings and thoughts regarding other people (customers and coworkers). I have always been the nice, courteous waitress. But t...

Cabbageheadchris · Cabbageheadchris

Hi all. I've been sitting back and watching the board for a while. Seems to be a lot of arguements? Re: AA and Religion I Am in two minds about this, AA in the UK tries to push people into Christianity, Surely we can help people who don't have a 'god' without the 'turnoff; of excess religion! I stop...

Wren · Wren

Sweetening A Sour Fruit When A Bad Apple Spoils The Bunch Because life requires that we interact with different personalities, it is not uncommon for us to encounter a situation where there is one person whose behavior may negatively impact the experiences of others. Someone who is loud and crass...

jeannie · jeannie

Worry and Stress "I'm learning it's what I do with my today that counts," said one group member. "I can make this a day to remember or a day to regret just by the kinds of thoughts I have about it." "Let me explain what happened to make me realize this," he continued. "Two days ago, I woke up grumbling ab...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

After being around A.A. for a while I have an understanding of how the program works. When I read the big book I find most of it very inspirational. There is no written code by which the meetings should operate. Each group is autonomous. In my mind that means there is no right or wrong way to run a meeting. I...

diddly · diddly

Anyone here that can lend their experience(s) on when, upon deciding to sober up, how long it took you to find atleast somewhat normal sleep patterns? In short, I was the pint a night guy for roughly four years. I sobered up--not to mention three days of very uncomfortable physical symptoms-...

trudi · trudi

Got out of rehab and fell again on the 18th June. Sick of this disease I want my life back. I know it is easy just DO NOT DRINK but my illness is playing games with me!! so f***ing scared I will die of this disease. Doing the right thing right now NOT having a drink talking to my sponsor and going to meeti...

Wren · Wren

Here's a take from a slightly diff. point of view~wren Pay attention to your emotions "Emotions are the next frontier to be understood and conquered. To manage our emotions is not to drug them or suppress them, but to understand them so that we can intelligently direct our emotional energies and...

Dori · Dori

Hi, I have this routine I watch a couple of certain shows before I got ot be it helps me sleep.Last night I heard my self laughing I mean the real laughing not the kind you do so no one knows your heart is breaking and you are loseing your mind but real laughter at the old rerun . I want...

Wren · Wren

Challenging Perspective Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress In recent years, stress has gotten a very bad name, but studies show that some stress is good for us, increasing our immune systems' capabilities and sharpening our intelligence. Bad stress, on the other hand, has the opposite effect, weakenin...

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	How to find a "happy medium"?? (Preview) My thoughts: When I started going to meetings in July 2005, I did what they told me, so I thought. I surrounded myself with the "winners". I went from being a drunk to an acutal contributing member, so I thought. I stopped going to meetings in April 2006, because those winners didn't "walk the tal...	Doll	7	644	Jul 10, 2006 by soberdrunk
	A Great Day for Recovery (Preview) Today is July 10, 2006 POVERTY "Must the hunger become anger and anger become fury before anything will be done?" --John Steinbeck I have a gratitude in my life today that stems from the daily recovery I enjoy in my life. Today I am happy, joyous and content; I am able to deal with the...	Doll	4	470	Jul 10, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Home Safe (Preview) Man It was hard work today working clean, I feel tired now and just a bit quiet. I feel like im almost back to square one! was determined not to lose my temper at work as that would only result in my hurt, even though people have pee'd me off I am ok and safe. Feeling a little down with realisation of what has...	Robert	3	456	Jul 10, 2006 by Robert
	A MOMENT FOR YOU (Preview) *You're a true beauty.* So what if your cheekbones aren't sculpted, your face isn't a perfect oval and your curves are curvier that you'd like? You've got an inner glow that shows! And because it's fired by love and compassion, kindness and courage, and determination, it never fades.&...	jeannie	4	490	Jul 10, 2006 by Dolphin123
	Today (Preview) Afternoon everyone Today I am feeling alot better, Have not picked up anything and have been out for several walks with the dog and meeting. I am a little sad the weekend is nearly gone, I am going to try and not use next week at work as I need to get through on my own steam, I cant be rattled at work any mor...	Robert	5	451	Jul 10, 2006 by Rob
	im scared (Preview) Iv just woken up and im still so soo drunk.. And i feel so scared.. .. i just got two txts from very close friends.. giving me encouragement.. im now crying.... omg.. how can i be this drunk at almost 4am.. tears streaming down my face.. im realy scared........	Rob	7	880	Jul 10, 2006 by Rob
	I PROMISE to behave (Preview) I promise to take the cotton outta my ears and not only stick it in my mouth, but shove it all the way down my throat. I need this place. First, my apologies to all that I pissed off and/or offended. I hope you can forgive me, and if not, atleast tolerate me and help me. I have been so angry for so lon...	Doll	14	624	Jul 10, 2006 by Phil
	The PROMISES (Preview) The Promises If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are half way through. We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. We will comprehend the word serenity and we will know peace. N...	Toni Baloney	3	454	Jul 10, 2006 by Doll
	my screwed up thinking (Preview) I've been reading in the big book with my sponsor and all the time she's asking me if I can relate to this or that and I'm like yeah, I can relate to it from my bipolar but not from my drinking... like making all these plans of what I'm going to do and being really determined, and in the book it says that person c...	LisaF	6	501	Jul 9, 2006 by LisaF
	Another meeting and spoke again (Preview) Went to another meeting and spoke again Saw a guy i had met from night before... but he seemed reluctant to aknowledge me... i barely remember him anyway.. ffs.. woman spoke to me.,. Anyway i spoke again tonight.. Woman tried to offer me cof...	Rob	6	459	Jul 9, 2006 by Rob
	being real (Preview) Hi, I had been though so much as a cild as a teen with abuse that I learned to cope by saying all is ok.I learned how to be funny the life of any thing i was into. I got a strong relationship with my Hp God i thought my prayers were even of all was ok. My friends spoke of me as the stongest woman...	Dori	7	473	Jul 9, 2006 by Phil
	big book a vision for you (Preview) Abandon yourself to God as you understand God. Admit your faults to Him and to your fellows. Clear away the wreckage of your past. Give freely of what you find and join us. We shall be with you in the Fellowship of the Spirit, and you will surely meet some of us as you trudge the Road of Happy Destiny. May G...	wagon	2	867	Jul 9, 2006 by Phil
	Went to a meeting last night and SPOKE (Preview) Ok .. TONIGHT I HAVE SAID EVERYTHING THAT I EVER WANTED TO SAY.. at aa. i went to a meeting.. and i spoke for the first time... and i said everything!!.. i cant say much more cos of drink.. omg. i said so much.. people spoke and relatated to me.. i hope i speak again... -- Ed...	Rob	15	795	Jul 9, 2006 by Rob
	To share part of my life (Preview) Hi there, I have started to make music again, just a little to start with and I started yesterday. I have my sampler and stuff hooked up now.I have not made music in about 8 years due to severe illness,and am slowly getting the hang of it again, if anyone could offer constructive critism that would be grea...	Robert	4	491	Jul 9, 2006 by Dori
	coping with loneliness (Preview) when im with people I cant wait to get away because I feel less then and feel not part of, when im alone I want to be with someone, How do I cope being alone without just being miserable.	Robert	13	516	Jul 9, 2006 by Robert
	Step 12 and Fellowship (Preview) Hi, I've been living by the 12 Steps for 14 years and have had my life changed so much. I am currently enrolled in graduate school and I'm writing a research paper on how prayer and meditation help people in 12 step programs to handle life's challenges. I am hoping some folks from t...	lorelei	0	467	Jul 9, 2006 by lorelei
	my onion (Preview) My sponsor said part of getting sober is... something like... it's like having an onion and the layers are going to gradually peel off and you have to deal with each layer as it peels off and learn how to deal with it and move past it... well my past came crashing down on me Thursday night, I just started thi...	LisaF	5	598	Jul 9, 2006 by jonibaloni
	And on the fourth day (Preview) of no consuming of booze, blood pressure's back to normal, the sleeplessness has changed to relatively good sleep. I've been here before. Drinking a pint a night for a long, long time until I do something stupid than think: Oh, my God! I have to quit. I'm an alcoholic and I'm killing myself. ...	diddly	2	462	Jul 9, 2006 by Phil
	Rejecting Shame (Preview) From "The Language of Letting Go" Shame can be a powerful force in our life. It is the trademark of dysfunctional families. Authentic, legitimate guilt is the feeling or thought that what we did is not okay. It indicates that our behavior needs to be corrected or altered...	Phil	0	421	Jul 8, 2006 by Phil
	how much would you pay for this? (Preview) http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=009&item=190003966154&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AM...	Robert	8	521	Jul 8, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	The Alcoholic Mind (Preview) Hi Everyone, Well this week was a real roller coaster, Up, then Down, Up then Down, and then finally crashing into a down. Balance, the need for Balance was what I needed, the Roller Coaster was an Emotional Roller coaster. I am grounded today, sort of, thank you my Higher Power. Talk...	Toni Baloney	5	1279	Jul 8, 2006 by Robert
	First meeting in about 9 weeks (Preview) Been really low all day.. Very quiet.. Theyre having the yearly BBQ at work today and me and mate at work spent most the afternoon setting stuff up.. Im not going myself.. All food and ALL drink is free but i dont wana go. Anyway cos i had helped out alot and cos i wasnt going th...	Rob	14	524	Jul 8, 2006 by Rob
	Dr. Bob (Preview) Search Alcoholism / Substance Abuse This article is written by nationally recognized historian and oft-quoted Alcoholics Anonymous archivist Mitchell K. Dr. Bob's Last DrinkBill W. had met a kindred spirit in Dr. Bob. Both men were born in Vermont, both were inte...	soberdrunk	3	870	Jul 8, 2006 by Quetzal
	DAN... calling for DAN.... (Preview) Are you back from vacation? Missing the magic bus man!!! Jonibaloni	jonibaloni	1	500	Jul 8, 2006 by Sick of being sick
	AA prayer--in Language of Letting GO (Preview) I stumbled upon the May 1st reading in "Language of Letting Go" by Melody Beattie. In that reading she has a prayer from the Big AA book. From there she goes on to write on the meaning and interpretation of this prayer (May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc.......) It helped me...	wallsal55	2	559	Jul 8, 2006 by jonibaloni
	Letting Go Of Our Need For Control... (Preview) Letting go of our need for control frees us "If you want to make God laugh, just tell Him your plans." This old Jewish proverb is especially familiar to people in recovery from addiction, but everyone can glean some meaning from these time-tested words. They serve as a gentle...	Phil	2	550	Jul 8, 2006 by jonibaloni
	ANGER... continued... (Preview) Wow... such good stuff on the "Anger" thread... all stuff I needed to hear. Would like to continue with this very important subject for those of us in recovery. Had another thought, on anger: True, I am a very important part of a few peoples' daily lives... but to most, I am just a speck in that pe...	jonibaloni	4	708	Jul 8, 2006 by HDoggie
	Good Day - For Me (Preview) Hey how is everyone today? My day is great, super and fantastic. The sun is shinning, the birds are chirping and I am going to spend time with my mother. Life is good. How is every one's day. EEHH Big polar bear hug to all. Just my share...	jeannie	3	475	Jul 7, 2006 by Dori
	Hello, I'm new here... (Preview) Just wanted to introduce myself, I'm Steve and I'm an alcoholic. I came across this board after comming home from a meeting the other night. I post on a few other message boards that have nothing to do with AA or recovery but have plenty of what I don't want in my life anymore, so basically I was lo...	Enuff Z Nuff	13	609	Jul 7, 2006 by recovering jb
	THE PARALYZING EMOTION OF FEAR (Preview) Hi to all, I have been in contact with some of the people here, and it has just really grabbed at my heart that the Paralyzing Emotion of Fear, seems to be in control of some. It takes me back to a class on Self-Esteem that I took at a Junior College. I took this class because I did not have a clue as to w...	Toni Baloney	6	536	Jul 7, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Opinions please? (Preview) Would anyone say that just being a part of this forum would make one a member of Alcoholics Anonymous? I already know what I think just wanted some input on this! Plus, what I think can change from minute to minute!	soberdrunk	6	558	Jul 7, 2006 by jonibaloni
	Joke: (Preview) Q. How many alcoholics does it take to change a lightbulb? A. One. He simply holds the lightbulb in the socket and waits for the world to revolve around him.	jonibaloni	6	520	Jul 7, 2006 by jonibaloni
	Having Surgery at 11:00 today (Preview) Hi, I knew the Post title would draw you in, but it was really for just a little laugh. I went to a dematologist, last week, wanted to have an ingrown hair, that was just turning into a big bump, next to my hair line, above my ear. Anyway, I said, well, you can do it today, right? NO! we must schedule this for SU...	Toni Baloney	7	494	Jul 7, 2006 by Quetzal
	Today's Inspiration (Preview) *A thousand eyes, but none with correct vision. --Isacher Hurwitz* William Shakespeare referred to envy as the "green sickness." There are only losers in the game of envy. When we envy someone else, we have judged ourselves and found something lacking. Lack of self-love is the soil in which e...	jeannie	2	493	Jul 7, 2006 by Quetzal
	Why I feel good! (Preview) Things to be grateful for: I can remember what I did yesterday! I'm not in a room with one door and a lock that I don't have a key to! I make it to work on time everyday and I'm not in jeopardy of getting fired! My family actually likes having me around! Haven't worn those silver bracelet...	soberdrunk	5	537	Jul 7, 2006 by Quetzal
	Remember When...while downing a Fifth of Whisky.. (Preview) I was barely sitting down when I heard a voice from the other stall saying: "Hi, how are you?" I'm not the type to start a conversation in the restroom but I don't know what got into me, so I answered, somewhat embarrassed, "Doin' just fine!" And the other person says: "So what are you up to?" What kind of qu...	Phil	5	586	Jul 7, 2006 by HDoggie
	wearing down (Preview) Hi there, I am starting to get worn out at work again, I have the type of manager who does not recognise achievement, but you do something wrong and he jumps all over you. It is doing my head in, he just stares at me, like he is looking for something, oh it makes me feel uncomfortable. today I made a big Co...	Robert	4	444	Jul 6, 2006 by jonibaloni
	Thanks for listening (Preview) Thanks so much, everyone....I really appreciate ya'lls input! Thanks also for allowing me to vent....I needed to! After much prayer about it, I've decided that I need to have a heart to heart with my Sponsor....it's not her fault that I'm feeling pressured and frustrated with her. I need to make it...	DanaBanana	2	438	Jul 6, 2006 by soberdrunk
	Procrastinating.... (Preview) I have to confess this...I am totally and completely sitting on The Steps. I am procrastinating getting to Step 4. I recently went back to Step 1, right...I think I shared that a few weeks back...anyhow....my Sponsor is kicking me in the ass big time for it, she's cool beans and she keeps reminding me of...	DanaBanana	6	498	Jul 6, 2006 by jonibaloni
	Today's Bit (Preview) *Today's Gift. Forgiveness is all-powerful. Forgiveness heals all ills. --Catherine Ponder* Getting mad at someone, a friend perhaps, is normal. Everybody gets mad sometimes. But when we stay mad for very long, it ruins all the fun we'd planned on having throughout the day. Staying mad multi...	Phil	1	454	Jul 6, 2006 by Sick of being sick
	Hatred and Resentment (Preview) Okay, I am new again to the program. Still on step one as far as I know. But this past couple of days, especiallly at work, I've had these horrible feelings and thoughts regarding other people (customers and coworkers). I have always been the nice, courteous waitress. But t...	HDoggie	9	537	Jul 6, 2006 by jtc3452
	Check in (Preview) Hi all. I've been sitting back and watching the board for a while. Seems to be a lot of arguements? Re: AA and Religion I Am in two minds about this, AA in the UK tries to push people into Christianity, Surely we can help people who don't have a 'god' without the 'turnoff; of excess religion! I stop...	Cabbageheadchris	11	486	Jul 6, 2006 by jtc3452
	Bad Apples--Daily OM (Preview) Sweetening A Sour Fruit When A Bad Apple Spoils The Bunch Because life requires that we interact with different personalities, it is not uncommon for us to encounter a situation where there is one person whose behavior may negatively impact the experiences of others. Someone who is loud and crass...	Wren	2	520	Jul 6, 2006 by Wren
	It's all in how you handle it. (Preview) Worry and Stress "I'm learning it's what I do with my today that counts," said one group member. "I can make this a day to remember or a day to regret just by the kinds of thoughts I have about it." "Let me explain what happened to make me realize this," he continued. "Two days ago, I woke up grumbling ab...	jeannie	1	479	Jul 6, 2006 by Toni Baloney
	Thoughts and ideas (Preview) After being around A.A. for a while I have an understanding of how the program works. When I read the big book I find most of it very inspirational. There is no written code by which the meetings should operate. Each group is autonomous. In my mind that means there is no right or wrong way to run a meeting. I...	soberdrunk	3	514	Jul 6, 2006 by John
	Sleeplessness (Preview) Anyone here that can lend their experience(s) on when, upon deciding to sober up, how long it took you to find atleast somewhat normal sleep patterns? In short, I was the pint a night guy for roughly four years. I sobered up--not to mention three days of very uncomfortable physical symptoms-...	diddly	4	471	Jul 6, 2006 by Phil
	I think I need advice..... (Preview) Got out of rehab and fell again on the 18th June. Sick of this disease I want my life back. I know it is easy just DO NOT DRINK but my illness is playing games with me!! so f***ing scared I will die of this disease. Doing the right thing right now NOT having a drink talking to my sponsor and going to meeti...	trudi	3	467	Jul 6, 2006 by jonibaloni
	Emotions--Higher Awareness (Preview) Here's a take from a slightly diff. point of view~wren Pay attention to your emotions "Emotions are the next frontier to be understood and conquered. To manage our emotions is not to drug them or suppress them, but to understand them so that we can intelligently direct our emotional energies and...	Wren	4	455	Jul 6, 2006 by jonibaloni
	laughter. (Preview) Hi, I have this routine I watch a couple of certain shows before I got ot be it helps me sleep.Last night I heard my self laughing I mean the real laughing not the kind you do so no one knows your heart is breaking and you are loseing your mind but real laughter at the old rerun . I want...	Dori	3	457	Jul 6, 2006 by jonibaloni
	Good vs Bad Stress (Preview) Challenging Perspective Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress In recent years, stress has gotten a very bad name, but studies show that some stress is good for us, increasing our immune systems' capabilities and sharpening our intelligence. Bad stress, on the other hand, has the opposite effect, weakenin...	Wren	7	511	Jul 6, 2006 by jonibaloni
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