Alcoholics Anonymous

hopefulone · hopefulone

Birds.... I don't see as many birds as I used to see. I remember growing up and birds were everywhere. I was always hearing their sweet and comforting sound. I wondered to myself...are they chirping, singing to others? Are they sending a message to other birds? Do other birds understand this communic...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Self Pity"Poor little ol' me." The PLOMS. How often do we succumb to this temptation? Usually it's an excuse for not doing what we know we should do, but do not want to do. Or it's a way to manipulate someone else into doing something for us which we should be doing ourselves. If we spend our tim...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

...praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out. -- Second half of Step ElevenStep Eleven teaches us how to pray. We pray for God's will to replace ours. Our will got us in trouble. God's will guides us to simple serenity. We pray for power to live a spiritual life. This is im...

justadrunk · justadrunk

Dear spouse of an alcoholic, When I was in my first few weeks, I came to this board - got sober - started meetings - drank again a couple weeks later - posted here while drunk - had lots of long pm messages with people, mostly the mods and pappy himself here (while drunk) and then my husband threatened to t...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

To love is to place our happiness in the happiness of another. --G. Wilhelm LeibnizTo desire personal happiness is normal and healthy. Most of our plans, choices, and dreams about the present and future regarding jobs, relationships, and hoped-for achievements are geared to make us happy. It's ne...

GreyGirl · GreyGirl

Hey all. Just dropping by to say hello and I made it to the two week mark. I can't say it's been easy but it feels good and I'm proud of myself. :) I watched the eclipse tonight and felt very humbled and peaceful. I'm still fighting cravings constantly but I haven't given in. Today was really difficul...

Kaz8375 · Kaz8375

morning all, feeling extremely low now, what i saw as a sign my husband didnt, went to a methodist church yest(sunday) morning, as by chance found the courage to pop into my old working place, and started speaking to a new member of staff there, we hit it off straight away and he told me his struggles were...

Will · Will

I am currently evaluating the following business concept, and I'm not sure whether to continue evaluating it. I would really value your feedback!The business will be the best in the world at creating and delivering low-cost, anonymous accountability programs that help alcoholics win against a...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Every time I get worried about something I say my prayers more. --Jim BurnsWhether we grew up in religious families or not, most of us seek help from some Greater Power when we're faced with terrifying situations. Often it's at an unconscious level that we ask for extra help. But the fact that we do elic...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

September 28, 2015Quote of the Week"I may not know how to make it better, but I sure know how to make it worse." I remember how bad things were before recovery, and how easy it was for me to make them worse. If my job wasn't going well, I'd cop an attitude, show up late, or start slacking off (mo...

Zoomtopz · Zoomtopz

not me , everybody knew

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Everyday . . . life confronts us with new problems to be solved which force us to adjust our old programs accordingly. --Dr. Ann FaradayFacing the day straight on is occasionally difficult to do. There are those days we feel like crawling under the covers and staying there, certain that we can't handl...

Doll · Doll

SLIPS AND HUMAN NATURE By William D."Silky" Silkworth, M.D. The mystery of slips is not so deep as it may appear. While it does seem odd that an alcoholic, who has restored himself to a dignified place among his fellowmen and continues dry for years, should suddenly throw all his happiness overboard a...

learning · learning

Haven't been here for a while. Life...... The past few weeks have been rather rough emotionally. My mother's health roller coasted over the past year. This summer it began to decline to the point a little over a month ago after a trip to the ER on the advice of her dr. we placed her in a Rehab./Nursing H...

hopefulone · hopefulone

Good Morning Gang, Since we have several newcomers who are posting and checking here I thought it would be nice to post helpful tips. Newcomers feel free to post your own plans on what you are going to do today to stay sober: First of all, I prayed to God like I do every morning. I thanked him for keeping me s...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed. --ChamfortWhen we are adrift in our addiction, we take ourselves very seriously and often lose contact with reality. We become lost in fantasy and obsession. Life becomes joyless because we can't see beyond our addiction, and we find no real sa...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

We are Only HumanWe can admit our limitations and defects.When we admit the truth about our limitations and defects, we create fertile ground for new growth and change. But if we wallow in hopeless belief that our defects are just our true nature, we grow committed to them. That is the difference betw...

Kaz8375 · Kaz8375

in pain with my back, had back pain since being 14, they said it was growing pain then in my later teens sciatica, but a few yrs ago i went to see a physio and i now have a leaking disc in my back which causes my muscles to go into spasm. Anyway had a great day today until i got home from work and took some clothes o...

hopefulone · hopefulone

This is one of the funniest videos I have ever seen. Laughter's good. Remember to turn up your sound. If you don't feel comfortable clicking the link (I don't a lot of times...) look up Golden Retriever Just Can't Catch Food. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dD9NgzLhbBM -- Edited by hopefulone...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Now that I'm not acting crazy I can accept feeling crazy once in a while. --Sandy B.Saying no to ourselves may be a greater act of courage than rushing into a burning building to save a child. The act of heroic rescue may be impulsive, almost involuntary, and completed before there is time for a reasoned...

Zoomtopz · Zoomtopz

yep Certainly GRATEFUL

GreyGirl · GreyGirl

Hey all. So, today was my one week mark of no drinking. The Bad: I'm tired, still having sleep issues, having a bit of nausea throughout the days, and those cravings we all know and love (snort) have been smacking me upside the head these last two days. I'm still having a hard time coping with my anxiety...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Prayer is neither black magic nor is it a form of demand note. Prayer is a relationship. --John HeussA conversation requires two parts: talking and listening. When only we are talking, that is a monologue. When someone lectures, we listen. Prayer can be a form of conversation, yet if we examine the wa...

Kaz8375 · Kaz8375

morning all, soz not been on since Friday, gutted...found myself with a miniature vodka Fri night, had a swig but then threw it away, have been torturing myself all weekend about this, but now im in the mind frame of 'i cant change what has happened in the past, so dont beat myself up', could of been worse...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

You can't cross a chasm in two steps. --Rashi FeinWhen a small child hides her eyes, she means, "You can't see me." We sophisticated grownups sometimes have trouble getting rid of magic thinking. We tear petals from daisies, one by one; we tell ourselves that anything we eat standing up ha...

hopefulone · hopefulone

The following was written by my favorite author (of man made books anyway, LOL), Melody Beattie. I just love this woman! She is the most inspiring and beautiful writer I have ever read! She has a way with words that make me feel she knows exactly what I have been and am going through.....Letting Go of Urg...

GreyGirl · GreyGirl

Hey all. I've always suffered from anxiety that leads to insomnia. One part of the reason I started drinking was literally to knock myself out for the night (it's also why nights are the hardest part of the day for me. I would so be lying if I said I didn't miss just passing out...that's awful, isn't it...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

September 21, 2015Quote of the Week"I'm in the action business, and God is in the results business." I was at my local Starbucks last week, and I ran into a friend who is in the program. He asked me how I was doing and I told him how overwhelmed and scared I felt, and that's when he reminded me t...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Accepting ChangeThe winds of change blow through our life, sometimes gently, sometimes like a tropical storm. Yes, we have resting places - time to adjust to another level of living, time to get our balance, time to enjoy the rewards. We have time to catch our breath.But change is inevitable, and des...

hopefulone · hopefulone

Just bought a new lighter from 7-11....I told the cashier I wanted a cheapie.....she said, "I just love this one" and pointed to the words printed on it.... "I will be here to catch you if you fall... --Floor" Being a consistent faller for years as a drinker, I can confirm that the...

DrShok · DrShok

'Ive been looking all day for the simplified "MUST DO's" list. The Mantra, "We must reach out ... W must not turn our backs on fellow addicts, we must do this, we must do that ... " I am NOT looking for the 103 must do's or the 82 must do's. I found a list of 82 and 103. I'm looking for t...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

In everyone's heart stirs a great homesickness. --Rabbi Seymour SiegelWe ask ourselves what drove us to do some of the things we did? We went to extremes even when we knew our actions were not rational. Still today, we are drawn to extremes. At times we still long for things that we know will hurt us. Are...

anonymous123 · anonymous123

I am Ahmed El-Sharkasy Business Development Manager at Byte; a software company in Egypt offering unique web and mobile solutions. We are also building our own products that we are passionate about and that we believe will benefit great range of users.Our latest product is Step 10 for AA,this app he...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Through These DoorsDear God, Please get me through these doors. A meeting is what I need. Remind me to leave my ego and intolerance outside. Help me to hear the strength and hope in everyone's words. We are the same but appear so different. I will remember that others' experiences will help my recovery...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Procrastination is the thief of time. --Edward YoungWhen we have a problem with putting things off, we seem to add to our troubles by mentally flogging ourselves. We know we are losing time. We criticize ourselves for our irrational behavior. Whether we are putting off an important task in our lives...

Kaz8375 · Kaz8375

Day eight today and feeling ALIVE, just not having that fear when waking up as to where did i hide that last bit of vodka, where and when am i going to get my next lot, which shop shall i go to this time, then where can i hide it so nobody finds it...its absolutely bliss and i feel free. Looking forward to work a...

Fyne Spirit · Fyne Spirit

Hi all, if this works, there should be a few pictures from our current voyage. There is no limit to what you can do when you are AA Sober. Mike. They thought I was James Bond.

hopefulone · hopefulone

I know I sure have. It took me a few "bottoms" and each time the one after was always worse than the one before. I am lucky to still be alive. Two newbies posted on here over the last few days. I am hoping both are still sober. When folks come on here I get hopeful for them that they will stay sober an...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

I wish I could keep in mind that God can provide, God will provide, and God does provide. -- Marie GubbelsRelying on God for the guidance to deal with our problems seems much too simple. We probably spent decades looking to alcohol, other drugs, and relationships for the solution to the ache that never...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Self-interest is but the survival of the animal in us. Humanity only begins for man with self-surrender. --Henri AmielWhen we were lost in our addictive ways, we were driven by self-interest. We didn't necessarily like ourselves or want to be so self-centered. But we had no inner resources to help u...

Kaz8375 · Kaz8375

Morning all, in my first couple days of sobriety, yesterday seemed easy but this morning, first thing on my mind was i wanted a drink, feeling better now and staying strong. Just been out for a walk with my dog and husband. Any other new comers out there?

mintchase · mintchase

Hello everyone. I hope I am posting in the right forum. I really would like some advice. I would usually turn to my SO for stuff like this but I can't for fear of hurting her. My fiancee is an alcoholic (2.5 years sober) and in AA. She decided to become sober just a couple months after we started dating, and s...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

The most wasted day of all is that in which we have not laughed. --Sebastian R.N. ChamfortWhen we wallowed in the self-pity of obsession, we were sure we'd never laugh again. How easy it was to weep, alone and secretly, inspired by sad music like "Born to Lose" or "I'm So Lonesome I Coul...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

September 14, 2015Quote of the Week"People who try to figure it out, go back out." I like to think of myself as a pretty smart guy, and when I was new to the program, I kept trying to figure out how the program worked and why my sponsor wanted me to do certain things. For example, when he told me t...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Almost everyone wants something for nothing. --Marsha SinetarBargains attract. Finding a good value excites us, and we share the news quickly. Wanting anything for free is human nature perhaps. However, we have had to learn again and again that you get what you pay for. This is true of human interac...

gonee · gonee

Dear God, I pray that you will heal my all friends who are not well at present. A special prayer for Dean and Pappy, that God restores them quickly. To all the newcomers on the board, I pray that you will embark on this recovery journey with us. To those who are burdened, I pray that God lightens your load to...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Everything is funny as long as it is happening to someone else. -- Will RogersWe laugh when others do something silly. We're amused when something funny happens to them. But if the same happens to us and people laugh, we might give them the evil eye.Yet, when others laugh, it can free us. It frees us to se...

gonee · gonee

"They are restless, irritable and discontented, unless they can again experience the sense of ease and comfort which comes at once by taking a few drinks....." Doctor's opinion AA book. These 3 withdrawal symptoms are a package deal for alcoholics of my type and therefore abstinence al...

mberam · mberam

Hello All, I had 18 years and relapsed a couple years ago. I now have 4 months, but I'm barely going to meetings. Every day I say I'm going to go and I don't. I did a lot of damage on this last run. I had a very full and amazing life prior to my relapse. I was so blessed. I gave back everything God blessed me with -...

Pythonpappy · Pythonpappy

Control robs us of serenity.The Serenity Prayer, when relied on, changes the very nature of our lives. The reality is that most of our troubles result from an unwillingness to give up controlling the many people we encounter. What they are doing is seldom relevant. We simply want them to answer to us!...

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	Birds... (Preview) Birds.... I don't see as many birds as I used to see. I remember growing up and birds were everywhere. I was always hearing their sweet and comforting sound. I wondered to myself...are they chirping, singing to others? Are they sending a message to other birds? Do other birds understand this communic...	hopefulone	1	636	Oct 1, 2015 by Baba Louie
	Today's Gift 10/1 (Preview) Self Pity"Poor little ol' me." The PLOMS. How often do we succumb to this temptation? Usually it's an excuse for not doing what we know we should do, but do not want to do. Or it's a way to manipulate someone else into doing something for us which we should be doing ourselves. If we spend our tim...	Pythonpappy	0	432	Oct 1, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/30 (Preview) ...praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out. -- Second half of Step ElevenStep Eleven teaches us how to pray. We pray for God's will to replace ours. Our will got us in trouble. God's will guides us to simple serenity. We pray for power to live a spiritual life. This is im...	Pythonpappy	0	526	Sep 30, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	An open letter... (Preview) Dear spouse of an alcoholic, When I was in my first few weeks, I came to this board - got sober - started meetings - drank again a couple weeks later - posted here while drunk - had lots of long pm messages with people, mostly the mods and pappy himself here (while drunk) and then my husband threatened to t...	justadrunk	3	730	Sep 29, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/29 (Preview) To love is to place our happiness in the happiness of another. --G. Wilhelm LeibnizTo desire personal happiness is normal and healthy. Most of our plans, choices, and dreams about the present and future regarding jobs, relationships, and hoped-for achievements are geared to make us happy. It's ne...	Pythonpappy	2	432	Sep 29, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	2 weeks (Preview) Hey all. Just dropping by to say hello and I made it to the two week mark. I can't say it's been easy but it feels good and I'm proud of myself. :) I watched the eclipse tonight and felt very humbled and peaceful. I'm still fighting cravings constantly but I haven't given in. Today was really difficul...	GreyGirl	6	697	Sep 28, 2015 by Baba Louie
	Feeling alone (Preview) morning all, feeling extremely low now, what i saw as a sign my husband didnt, went to a methodist church yest(sunday) morning, as by chance found the courage to pop into my old working place, and started speaking to a new member of staff there, we hit it off straight away and he told me his struggles were...	Kaz8375	7	684	Sep 28, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Feedback on Business Concept to Help Those Struggling with Alcohol? (Preview) I am currently evaluating the following business concept, and I'm not sure whether to continue evaluating it. I would really value your feedback!The business will be the best in the world at creating and delivering low-cost, anonymous accountability programs that help alcoholics win against a...	Will	3	686	Sep 28, 2015 by davep12and12
	Today's Gift 9/28 (Preview) Every time I get worried about something I say my prayers more. --Jim BurnsWhether we grew up in religious families or not, most of us seek help from some Greater Power when we're faced with terrifying situations. Often it's at an unconscious level that we ask for extra help. But the fact that we do elic...	Pythonpappy	0	393	Sep 28, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms (Preview) September 28, 2015Quote of the Week"I may not know how to make it better, but I sure know how to make it worse." I remember how bad things were before recovery, and how easy it was for me to make them worse. If my job wasn't going well, I'd cop an attitude, show up late, or start slacking off (mo...	Pythonpappy	0	515	Sep 28, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	??"sly as a fox"?? (Preview) not me , everybody knew	Zoomtopz	2	537	Sep 27, 2015 by Baba Louie
	Today's Gift 9/27 (Preview) Everyday . . . life confronts us with new problems to be solved which force us to adjust our old programs accordingly. --Dr. Ann FaradayFacing the day straight on is occasionally difficult to do. There are those days we feel like crawling under the covers and staying there, certain that we can't handl...	Pythonpappy	0	414	Sep 27, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	SLIPS AND HUMAN NATURE (Preview) SLIPS AND HUMAN NATURE By William D."Silky" Silkworth, M.D. The mystery of slips is not so deep as it may appear. While it does seem odd that an alcoholic, who has restored himself to a dignified place among his fellowmen and continues dry for years, should suddenly throw all his happiness overboard a...	Doll	3	1037	Sep 26, 2015 by Tanin
	Shares regarding alcohol and AA (Preview) Haven't been here for a while. Life...... The past few weeks have been rather rough emotionally. My mother's health roller coasted over the past year. This summer it began to decline to the point a little over a month ago after a trip to the ER on the advice of her dr. we placed her in a Rehab./Nursing H...	learning	3	656	Sep 26, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	What Are You Doing Today to Help You Stay Sober? (Preview) Good Morning Gang, Since we have several newcomers who are posting and checking here I thought it would be nice to post helpful tips. Newcomers feel free to post your own plans on what you are going to do today to stay sober: First of all, I prayed to God like I do every morning. I thanked him for keeping me s...	hopefulone	8	757	Sep 26, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/26 (Preview) The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed. --ChamfortWhen we are adrift in our addiction, we take ourselves very seriously and often lose contact with reality. We become lost in fantasy and obsession. Life becomes joyless because we can't see beyond our addiction, and we find no real sa...	Pythonpappy	0	504	Sep 26, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/25 (Preview) We are Only HumanWe can admit our limitations and defects.When we admit the truth about our limitations and defects, we create fertile ground for new growth and change. But if we wallow in hopeless belief that our defects are just our true nature, we grow committed to them. That is the difference betw...	Pythonpappy	0	460	Sep 25, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Panic attack SOBER (Preview) in pain with my back, had back pain since being 14, they said it was growing pain then in my later teens sciatica, but a few yrs ago i went to see a physio and i now have a leaking disc in my back which causes my muscles to go into spasm. Anyway had a great day today until i got home from work and took some clothes o...	Kaz8375	22	1099	Sep 24, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Golden Retriever Just Can't Catch Food utube...be prepared to laugh (Preview) This is one of the funniest videos I have ever seen. Laughter's good. Remember to turn up your sound. If you don't feel comfortable clicking the link (I don't a lot of times...) look up Golden Retriever Just Can't Catch Food. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dD9NgzLhbBM -- Edited by hopefulone...	hopefulone	3	631	Sep 24, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/24 (Preview) Now that I'm not acting crazy I can accept feeling crazy once in a while. --Sandy B.Saying no to ourselves may be a greater act of courage than rushing into a burning building to save a child. The act of heroic rescue may be impulsive, almost involuntary, and completed before there is time for a reasoned...	Pythonpappy	0	465	Sep 24, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	grateful (Preview) yep Certainly GRATEFUL	Zoomtopz	0	489	Sep 24, 2015 by Zoomtopz
	Made it one week (Preview) Hey all. So, today was my one week mark of no drinking. The Bad: I'm tired, still having sleep issues, having a bit of nausea throughout the days, and those cravings we all know and love (snort) have been smacking me upside the head these last two days. I'm still having a hard time coping with my anxiety...	GreyGirl	22	814	Sep 23, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/23 (Preview) Prayer is neither black magic nor is it a form of demand note. Prayer is a relationship. --John HeussA conversation requires two parts: talking and listening. When only we are talking, that is a monologue. When someone lectures, we listen. Prayer can be a form of conversation, yet if we examine the wa...	Pythonpappy	0	436	Sep 23, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Monday morning..oh dear me!!! (Preview) morning all, soz not been on since Friday, gutted...found myself with a miniature vodka Fri night, had a swig but then threw it away, have been torturing myself all weekend about this, but now im in the mind frame of 'i cant change what has happened in the past, so dont beat myself up', could of been worse...	Kaz8375	16	809	Sep 22, 2015 by GreyGirl
	Today's Gift 9/22 (Preview) You can't cross a chasm in two steps. --Rashi FeinWhen a small child hides her eyes, she means, "You can't see me." We sophisticated grownups sometimes have trouble getting rid of magic thinking. We tear petals from daisies, one by one; we tell ourselves that anything we eat standing up ha...	Pythonpappy	0	405	Sep 22, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Letting Go of Urgency by Melody Beattie (Preview) The following was written by my favorite author (of man made books anyway, LOL), Melody Beattie. I just love this woman! She is the most inspiring and beautiful writer I have ever read! She has a way with words that make me feel she knows exactly what I have been and am going through.....Letting Go of Urg...	hopefulone	0	519	Sep 21, 2015 by hopefulone
	Tips for a good night sober sleep? (Preview) Hey all. I've always suffered from anxiety that leads to insomnia. One part of the reason I started drinking was literally to knock myself out for the night (it's also why nights are the hardest part of the day for me. I would so be lying if I said I didn't miss just passing out...that's awful, isn't it...	GreyGirl	16	4644	Sep 21, 2015 by hopefulone
	Wisdom of the Rooms (Preview) September 21, 2015Quote of the Week"I'm in the action business, and God is in the results business." I was at my local Starbucks last week, and I ran into a friend who is in the program. He asked me how I was doing and I told him how overwhelmed and scared I felt, and that's when he reminded me t...	Pythonpappy	0	458	Sep 21, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/21 (Preview) Accepting ChangeThe winds of change blow through our life, sometimes gently, sometimes like a tropical storm. Yes, we have resting places - time to adjust to another level of living, time to get our balance, time to enjoy the rewards. We have time to catch our breath.But change is inevitable, and des...	Pythonpappy	0	420	Sep 21, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Never heard this one before.... (Preview) Just bought a new lighter from 7-11....I told the cashier I wanted a cheapie.....she said, "I just love this one" and pointed to the words printed on it.... "I will be here to catch you if you fall... --Floor" Being a consistent faller for years as a drinker, I can confirm that the...	hopefulone	0	570	Sep 20, 2015 by hopefulone
	Looking for a MUST DO LIST!!! (Preview) 'Ive been looking all day for the simplified "MUST DO's" list. The Mantra, "We must reach out ... W must not turn our backs on fellow addicts, we must do this, we must do that ... " I am NOT looking for the 103 must do's or the 82 must do's. I found a list of 82 and 103. I'm looking for t...	DrShok	14	838	Sep 20, 2015 by BLUESMAN
	Today's Gift 9/20 (Preview) In everyone's heart stirs a great homesickness. --Rabbi Seymour SiegelWe ask ourselves what drove us to do some of the things we did? We went to extremes even when we knew our actions were not rational. Still today, we are drawn to extremes. At times we still long for things that we know will hurt us. Are...	Pythonpappy	0	553	Sep 20, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	New AA mobile App for group online meetings (Preview) I am Ahmed El-Sharkasy Business Development Manager at Byte; a software company in Egypt offering unique web and mobile solutions. We are also building our own products that we are passionate about and that we believe will benefit great range of users.Our latest product is Step 10 for AA,this app he...	anonymous123	1	851	Sep 19, 2015 by hopefulone
	Today's Gift 9/18 (Preview) Through These DoorsDear God, Please get me through these doors. A meeting is what I need. Remind me to leave my ego and intolerance outside. Help me to hear the strength and hope in everyone's words. We are the same but appear so different. I will remember that others' experiences will help my recovery...	Pythonpappy	2	533	Sep 19, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/19 (Preview) Procrastination is the thief of time. --Edward YoungWhen we have a problem with putting things off, we seem to add to our troubles by mentally flogging ourselves. We know we are losing time. We criticize ourselves for our irrational behavior. Whether we are putting off an important task in our lives...	Pythonpappy	0	427	Sep 19, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Week 2 and still going strong (Preview) Day eight today and feeling ALIVE, just not having that fear when waking up as to where did i hide that last bit of vodka, where and when am i going to get my next lot, which shop shall i go to this time, then where can i hide it so nobody finds it...its absolutely bliss and i feel free. Looking forward to work a...	Kaz8375	13	717	Sep 18, 2015 by hopefulone
	Pics from Indonesia (Preview) Hi all, if this works, there should be a few pictures from our current voyage. There is no limit to what you can do when you are AA Sober. Mike. They thought I was James Bond.	Fyne Spirit	17	739	Sep 17, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Have You Hit Your Bottom Yet? (Preview) I know I sure have. It took me a few "bottoms" and each time the one after was always worse than the one before. I am lucky to still be alive. Two newbies posted on here over the last few days. I am hoping both are still sober. When folks come on here I get hopeful for them that they will stay sober an...	hopefulone	25	1143	Sep 17, 2015 by hopefulone
	Today's Gift 9/17 (Preview) I wish I could keep in mind that God can provide, God will provide, and God does provide. -- Marie GubbelsRelying on God for the guidance to deal with our problems seems much too simple. We probably spent decades looking to alcohol, other drugs, and relationships for the solution to the ache that never...	Pythonpappy	0	438	Sep 17, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/16 (Preview) Self-interest is but the survival of the animal in us. Humanity only begins for man with self-surrender. --Henri AmielWhen we were lost in our addictive ways, we were driven by self-interest. We didn't necessarily like ourselves or want to be so self-centered. But we had no inner resources to help u...	Pythonpappy	0	516	Sep 16, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	New beginning (Preview) Morning all, in my first couple days of sobriety, yesterday seemed easy but this morning, first thing on my mind was i wanted a drink, feeling better now and staying strong. Just been out for a walk with my dog and husband. Any other new comers out there?	Kaz8375	43	1244	Sep 15, 2015 by justadrunk
	SO is an alcoholic; having a hard time w/ my parents (Preview) Hello everyone. I hope I am posting in the right forum. I really would like some advice. I would usually turn to my SO for stuff like this but I can't for fear of hurting her. My fiancee is an alcoholic (2.5 years sober) and in AA. She decided to become sober just a couple months after we started dating, and s...	mintchase	7	784	Sep 15, 2015 by hopefulone
	Today's Gift 9/15 (Preview) The most wasted day of all is that in which we have not laughed. --Sebastian R.N. ChamfortWhen we wallowed in the self-pity of obsession, we were sure we'd never laugh again. How easy it was to weep, alone and secretly, inspired by sad music like "Born to Lose" or "I'm So Lonesome I Coul...	Pythonpappy	0	435	Sep 15, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Wisdom of the Rooms (Preview) September 14, 2015Quote of the Week"People who try to figure it out, go back out." I like to think of myself as a pretty smart guy, and when I was new to the program, I kept trying to figure out how the program worked and why my sponsor wanted me to do certain things. For example, when he told me t...	Pythonpappy	0	652	Sep 14, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/14 (Preview) Almost everyone wants something for nothing. --Marsha SinetarBargains attract. Finding a good value excites us, and we share the news quickly. Wanting anything for free is human nature perhaps. However, we have had to learn again and again that you get what you pay for. This is true of human interac...	Pythonpappy	0	511	Sep 14, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Prayer. (Preview) Dear God, I pray that you will heal my all friends who are not well at present. A special prayer for Dean and Pappy, that God restores them quickly. To all the newcomers on the board, I pray that you will embark on this recovery journey with us. To those who are burdened, I pray that God lightens your load to...	gonee	2	562	Sep 13, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Today's Gift 9/13 (Preview) Everything is funny as long as it is happening to someone else. -- Will RogersWe laugh when others do something silly. We're amused when something funny happens to them. But if the same happens to us and people laugh, we might give them the evil eye.Yet, when others laugh, it can free us. It frees us to se...	Pythonpappy	0	476	Sep 13, 2015 by Pythonpappy
	Doctor's opinion. (Preview) "They are restless, irritable and discontented, unless they can again experience the sense of ease and comfort which comes at once by taking a few drinks....." Doctor's opinion AA book. These 3 withdrawal symptoms are a package deal for alcoholics of my type and therefore abstinence al...	gonee	6	626	Sep 13, 2015 by Coogi
	4 Months Sober and Need Help (Preview) Hello All, I had 18 years and relapsed a couple years ago. I now have 4 months, but I'm barely going to meetings. Every day I say I'm going to go and I don't. I did a lot of damage on this last run. I had a very full and amazing life prior to my relapse. I was so blessed. I gave back everything God blessed me with -...	mberam	8	865	Sep 13, 2015 by hopefulone
	Today's Gift 9/12 ... Today's is Especially Good! (Preview) Control robs us of serenity.The Serenity Prayer, when relied on, changes the very nature of our lives. The reality is that most of our troubles result from an unwillingness to give up controlling the many people we encounter. What they are doing is seldom relevant. We simply want them to answer to us!...	Pythonpappy	0	468	Sep 12, 2015 by Pythonpappy
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