Alcoholics Anonymous

lani · lani

Hi all. Hope this finds you well! The sun is shining here finally and Im going off to a meeting then take my fat dog (and my dog!!!haha) for a walk. Planning on baking a little today and just enjoying the day. I had yet another interview yesterday with a awesome new hospital in town here! It is gorgeous and t...

Wren · Wren

As our consciousness rises, our perspective becomes more and more impersonal. What does this mean?It means we are increasingly able to view our lives and the rest of the world with detachment. This does not mean we are cold and uncaring. Rather, we are self-contained. We have well-defined boundar...

Doll · Doll

ONE ULTIMATE AUTHORITY For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authoritya loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 132 When I am chosen to carry some small responsibility for my fellows, I ask that God grant me the patience, open-min...

Tina · Tina

Just thought drop in, and say hi. Little insight on how things are going, still dealing with a few things in a legal matter from the past. Also had to deal with an "EX HUSBAND" whom still drinks, and well one day at a time. Kids are doing well, my son is adjusting to startin work this past Tuesd...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Fifth, I have learned to live one day at a time. I have finally realized the great fact that all I have is now. This sweeps away all vain regret and it makes my thoughts of the future free from fear. Now is mine. I can do what I want with it. I own it, for better or worse. What I do now, in t...

Doll · Doll

A.A.'s HEARTBEAT Without unity, the heart of A.A. would cease to beat; . . . . AS BILL SEES IT, p. 125 Without unity I would be unable to recover in A.A. on a daily basis. By practicing unity within my group, with other A.A. members and at all levels of this great Fellowship, I receive a pronounced feeling o...

Quetzal · Quetzal

... in thy book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me when as yet there was none of them. -- Ps. 139:16 Some people believe that each of our days were planned, Divinely Ordered, before we were born. God knew, they say, and planned exactly what was to transpire. Others suggest w...

Doll · Doll

I was lieing in bed last night, trying to sleep, I was in so much pain I finally gave up, turned the TV on to my local news channel. After seeing this, right in my own backyard, I realized just how wonderful my life is. With all it's problems from recent relapse, screwed up relationship, children running...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Fourth, I have turned to a Power greater than myself. Thank God, I am no longer the centre of the universe. All the world does not revolve around me any longer. I am only one among many. I have a Father in heaven and I am only one of His children and a small one at that. But I can depend o...

jonijoni · jonijoni

There were some Southern Californians here in membership on this site at one time, and probably still are. I am pledging to pray for these folks, their homes and their loved ones through this difficult and frightening time with the wildfires. Will you join me?

justme · justme

I am still sober. My boyfriend is not! I am really having a tuff time with him. He got drunk on Thursday and told me that I am not a drunk and that my depression means I am weak. He was rude cold and mean! I was also told that I had better not start effecting his drinking because he likes it. He acused me of judgin...

lani · lani

Hi All: Sounds like everyone is doing great and hangin in there one day at a time eh!? I love hearing all the words of wisdom everyone has to offer. Still havent got a job but had a few interviews. My problem is, Im picky and dont want to work the night shift! (I could have a job alot sooner if Id work nights) It...

Doll · Doll

"BY FAITH AND BY WORKS" On anvils of experience, the structure of our Society was hammered out. . . . Thus has it been with A.A. By faith and by works we have been able to build upon the lessons of an incredible experience. They live today in the Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous, whic...

Quetzal · Quetzal

Open ourselves to the love that is available to us. We do not have to limit our sources of love. God and the Universe have an unlimited supply of what we need, including love. When we are open to receiving love, we will begin to receive it. It may come from the most surprising places, including from within...

Wren · Wren

Apologies In life there will always be times when > we are affected by the actions of another person. > When this happens, we often receive an apology. More > often than not we say, "It's alright," or " It's > okay," and by saying this we are allowing, > accepti...

cassidy · cassidy

I am looking for recovery based intramural sports leagues in the dallas area. volleyball, softball, flag football, etc. I have been told they exist, and I have called the central office, as well as googled, and they were not able to point me in the right direction. can anyone help me out in regards...

Phil · Phil

LETTING GO TAKES LOVE To let go does not mean to stop caring, it means I can't do it for someone else. To let go is not to cut myself off, it's the realization I can't control another. To let go is not to enable, but allow learning from natural consequences. To let go is to admit powerlessness, whi...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Third, I have learned how to be honest. What a relief! No more ducking or dodging. No more tall tales. No more pretending to be what I am not. My cards are on the table, for all the world to see. "I am what I am," as Popeye used to say in the comics. I have had an unsavoury pas...

Kriszti · Kriszti

Hello Everyone, I'm a long-time alcoholic. I went to my first AA meeting last Tuesday (dont' count the one the judge made me attend 17 years ago). I haven't had another DUI because I tend to do my drinking at home, and I have a wonderful (although enabler) non-alcoholic husband who does all the drivin...

justme · justme

Hello my name is Jennifer. I have been sober for two days now. I live in a very small town so AA is out of the question for me. I am doing this on my own. My recent decision to stop drinking is because I am a violent drunk. I have hurt everyone around me and lost every friend I have ever had because of my mean ways w...

Doll · Doll

WHAT WE KNOW BEST "Shoemaker, stick to thy last!" . . . better do one thing supremely well than many badly. That is the central theme of this Tradition [*Five]. Around it our Society gathers in unity. The very life of our Fellowship requires the preservation of this principle. TWELVE STEPS...

Quetzal · Quetzal

There is an important message for us first thing every day. Often, once we get started with the day, we may not listen as closely to life and ourselves as we do in those still moments when we first awaken. An ideal time to listen to ourselves is when we are laying quietly, our defenses are down, and we're op...

Doll · Doll

1. You drink more coffee per day than Starbucks sells in one week. 2. Emails to your friends have "HALT" as the subject header. 3. You and your buddies get thrown out of espresso bars and teahouses for being "too rowdy." 4. Songs like "There's a Tear In My Beer" make you...

justme · justme

I feel a lot better today! My boyfriend drank 6 or 8 beers last night and I had a cup of hot tea! I feel better and better everyday! My appointment with my doctor is today and I am seeing my counsler tomorrow. I can do this I know I can.

Quetzal · Quetzal

Trust yourself. Trust what you know. Sometimes, it is hard to stand in our own truth and trust what we know, especially when others would try to convince us otherwise. In these cases, others may be dealing with issues of guilt and shame. They may have their own agenda. They may be immersed in denial. The...

soberdrunk · soberdrunk

You ever have to make a decision? Sometimes it hurts like hell. I've come to realize that this relationship I've been in for almost a year has become unhealthy. I've weighed the pro's and con's. Should be really simple right? Wrong......... When it comes to doing something that is hurtful to others I w...

Joseph1964 · Joseph1964

Hello, First, thanks for all the sharing in the posts I have read thus far. I have been lurking in the background for some time and registered today. The posts that I have read have been quite an eye opener for me. You see, I am wondering if AA is right for me. Let me say that I know for a fact that I am an alcohol...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Second, I am content to face the rest of my life without alcohol. I have made the great decision once and for all. I have surrendered as gracefully as possible to the inevitable. I hope I have no more reservations. I hope that nothing can happen to me now that would justify my taki...

jonijoni · jonijoni

Hi guys and gals!!! Missed you all!!! I am doing well. Almost finished with school, and i have 90 days smoke-free today. Whooppee!!! Still sober, and plugging along. I have missed everyone, and I would like to know how you are all doing!! (((((hugs)))))) jonijoni (formerly Jonibaloni)

Doll · Doll

TRUE TOLERANCE Finally, we begin to see that all people, including ourselves, are to some extent emotionally ill as well as frequently wrong, and then we approach true tolerance and see what real love for our fellows actually means. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 92 The thought occurred to m...

Quetzal · Quetzal

"When I began recovery from chemical dependency, I had to face my money mess stone cold sober, and I really had a mess," said one woman. "I wasn't able to earn much at first, and it was important to me to make amends. I had past due bills from years before. I needed to try to stay current wit...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Now that we have considered the obligations of real, working members of A.A., let us examine what the rewards are that have come to us as a result of our new way of living. First, I understand myself more than I ever did before. I have learned what was the matter with me and I know no...

justme · justme

I am still sober and feeling great. It is funny how the depression is starting to fade away. I think most of my problem was the stupid booze. I feel such clarity! I have realized a lot by watching my boyfriend booze it up. I don't ever want to be like that again. I will write more later. I have lots of things to...

Doll · Doll

NOTHING GROWS IN THE DARK We will want the good that is in us all, even in the worst of us, to flower and to grow. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 10 With the self-discipline and insight gained from practicing Step Ten, I begin to know the gratifications of sobriety -- not as mere abstinence from alcohol, but as recover...

Doll · Doll

A portion of the BB Chapter 11 4th Edition ~~~~~~~~~~~~ For most normal folks, drinking means conviviality, companionship and colorful imagination. It means release from care, boredom and worry. It is joyous intimacy with friends and a feeling that life is good. But not so with us in those last days...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ What am I going to do today for A.A.? Is there someone I should call up on the telephone or someone I should go to see? Is there a letter I should write? Is there an opportunity somewhere to advance the work of A.A. which I have been putting off or neglecting? If so, will I do it today?...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ For the past few weeks we have been asking ourselves some searching questions. We have not been able to answer them all as we would like. But on the right answers to these questions will depend the usefulness and effectiveness of the whole A.A. movement. It all boils down to thi...

Doll · Doll

AN OPEN MIND True humility and an open mind can lead us to faith . . . TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 33 My alcoholic thinking led me to believe that I could control my drinking, but I couldn't. When I came to A.A., I realized that God was speaking to me through my group. My mind was open just enough to...

Snopup · Snopup

As several of you know, my wife kicked me out in mid Augest after coming home with our daughters after I've been drinking. She told me to get my sh*t together and maybe she'll let me come back, after she's convinced that I'm serious of course. Since then I've been going to AA several times a week and workin...

Ive had enough · Ive had enough

Hello. My name is Karen and I am a 34 year old mother from Australia and I am an alcoholic. In the past week my life has hit rock bottom. My husband is sick of my lies and deceipt and has decided to leave. Whilst I am devistated by his decision it has finally given me the strengh I need to make the changes I n...

mikey50 · mikey50

I would like to Thank all the Moderators here for the Great Job you have Done here ...Sick of Being Sick..Phil...Wren..Thank you for being of service .

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

My dear beautiful Sober~vibers. I have some feelings I want to share with you. I'm going, perhaps, through a transitional period & I want to move forward in a good way & not be driven by any unfortunate thoughts that may take me off on a path of possible self~destruction. I have been taught to sh...

Doll · Doll

SOLACE FOR CONFUSION Obviously, the dilemma of the wanderer from faith is that of profound confusion. He thinks himself lost to the comfort of any conviction at all. He cannot attain in even a small degree the assurance of the believer, the agnostic, or the atheist. He is the bewildered one. TWELVE ST...

Phil · Phil

And hello..to each and every one of you.... Another day....24 hours....one day at a time.... To be honest? I dont really know if I've ever had a handle on that one..:) Just wanted to share....as I have been doing..with a few...via email... That I still keep in touch with the board..on a daily basis...e...

Quetzal · Quetzal

Sometimes people we love do things we don't like or approve of. We react. They react. Before long, we're all reacting to each other, and the problem escalates. When do we detach? When we're hooked into a reaction of anger, fear, guilt, or shame. When we get hooked into a power play - an attempt to control...

Sobrietyspell · Sobrietyspell

A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Do I realize that I do not know how much time I have left? It may be later than I think. Am I going to do the things that I know I should do before my time runs out? By the way, what is my purpose for the rest of my life? Do I realize all I have to make up for in my past wasted life? Do I know that...

Wren · Wren

"It is always your next move."-- Napoleon HillThe great benefit of heightened awareness is that we have more choice in how we live our lives. At any moment, we can purposefully choose a new experience for ourselves. We can choose to pay attention, breathe more deeply, laugh, rest, play,...

cooncatbob · cooncatbob

I don'tknow what kind of Alcoholic you are, but when someone starts telling me what I should do instead of sharing what worked for them. My eyes glaze over and I get an annoying buzzing in my ears that kinda drowns out what they're saying. This condition dates back to my misspent youth when I thought I kne...

Quetzal · Quetzal

What's a codependent? The answer's easy. They're some of the most loving, caring people I know. -- Beyond Codependency We don't need to limit an inventory of ourselves to the negatives. Focusing only on what's wrong is a core issue in our codependency. Honestly, fearlessly, ask: "What's righ...

Doll · Doll

A. A.'S "MAIN TAPROOT" The principle that we shall find no enduring strength until we first admit complete defeat is the main taproot from which our whole Society has sprung and flowered. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 21-22 Defeated, and knowing it, I arrived at the doors of A.A...

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	Still searching (Preview) Hi all. Hope this finds you well! The sun is shining here finally and Im going off to a meeting then take my fat dog (and my dog!!!haha) for a walk. Planning on baking a little today and just enjoying the day. I had yet another interview yesterday with a awesome new hospital in town here! It is gorgeous and t...	lani	3	348	Oct 26, 2007 by lani
	Practice Detachment (Preview) As our consciousness rises, our perspective becomes more and more impersonal. What does this mean?It means we are increasingly able to view our lives and the rest of the world with detachment. This does not mean we are cold and uncaring. Rather, we are self-contained. We have well-defined boundar...	Wren	1	339	Oct 26, 2007 by Doll
	Daily Reflections 10/26 (Preview) ONE ULTIMATE AUTHORITY For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authoritya loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 132 When I am chosen to carry some small responsibility for my fellows, I ask that God grant me the patience, open-min...	Doll	0	401	Oct 26, 2007 by Doll
	Hey All (Preview) Just thought drop in, and say hi. Little insight on how things are going, still dealing with a few things in a legal matter from the past. Also had to deal with an "EX HUSBAND" whom still drinks, and well one day at a time. Kids are doing well, my son is adjusting to startin work this past Tuesd...	Tina	5	410	Oct 25, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 25th Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Fifth, I have learned to live one day at a time. I have finally realized the great fact that all I have is now. This sweeps away all vain regret and it makes my thoughts of the future free from fear. Now is mine. I can do what I want with it. I own it, for better or worse. What I do now, in t...	Sobrietyspell	0	314	Oct 25, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	Daily Reflections 10/25 (Preview) A.A.'s HEARTBEAT Without unity, the heart of A.A. would cease to beat; . . . . AS BILL SEES IT, p. 125 Without unity I would be unable to recover in A.A. on a daily basis. By practicing unity within my group, with other A.A. members and at all levels of this great Fellowship, I receive a pronounced feeling o...	Doll	0	262	Oct 25, 2007 by Doll
	Letting Go of the Past (Preview) ... in thy book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me when as yet there was none of them. -- Ps. 139:16 Some people believe that each of our days were planned, Divinely Ordered, before we were born. God knew, they say, and planned exactly what was to transpire. Others suggest w...	Quetzal	0	309	Oct 25, 2007 by Quetzal
	I am so thankful.....and blessed. (Preview) I was lieing in bed last night, trying to sleep, I was in so much pain I finally gave up, turned the TV on to my local news channel. After seeing this, right in my own backyard, I realized just how wonderful my life is. With all it's problems from recent relapse, screwed up relationship, children running...	Doll	2	446	Oct 25, 2007 by Quetzal
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 24th Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Fourth, I have turned to a Power greater than myself. Thank God, I am no longer the centre of the universe. All the world does not revolve around me any longer. I am only one among many. I have a Father in heaven and I am only one of His children and a small one at that. But I can depend o...	Sobrietyspell	2	354	Oct 24, 2007 by lani
	Prayers for Californians (Preview) There were some Southern Californians here in membership on this site at one time, and probably still are. I am pledging to pray for these folks, their homes and their loved ones through this difficult and frightening time with the wildfires. Will you join me?	jonijoni	6	469	Oct 24, 2007 by learning
	Drinking stinks (Preview) I am still sober. My boyfriend is not! I am really having a tuff time with him. He got drunk on Thursday and told me that I am not a drunk and that my depression means I am weak. He was rude cold and mean! I was also told that I had better not start effecting his drinking because he likes it. He acused me of judgin...	justme	5	451	Oct 24, 2007 by justme
	whatz uuuup! (Preview) Hi All: Sounds like everyone is doing great and hangin in there one day at a time eh!? I love hearing all the words of wisdom everyone has to offer. Still havent got a job but had a few interviews. My problem is, Im picky and dont want to work the night shift! (I could have a job alot sooner if Id work nights) It...	lani	7	552	Oct 24, 2007 by lani
	Daily Reflections 10/24 (Preview) "BY FAITH AND BY WORKS" On anvils of experience, the structure of our Society was hammered out. . . . Thus has it been with A.A. By faith and by works we have been able to build upon the lessons of an incredible experience. They live today in the Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous, whic...	Doll	0	346	Oct 24, 2007 by Doll
	Opening Ourselves to Love (Preview) Open ourselves to the love that is available to us. We do not have to limit our sources of love. God and the Universe have an unlimited supply of what we need, including love. When we are open to receiving love, we will begin to receive it. It may come from the most surprising places, including from within...	Quetzal	0	322	Oct 24, 2007 by Quetzal
	Empowered Forgiveness (Preview) Apologies In life there will always be times when > we are affected by the actions of another person. > When this happens, we often receive an apology. More > often than not we say, "It's alright," or " It's > okay," and by saying this we are allowing, > accepti...	Wren	1	334	Oct 23, 2007 by lani
	intramural leagues in dallas (Preview) I am looking for recovery based intramural sports leagues in the dallas area. volleyball, softball, flag football, etc. I have been told they exist, and I have called the central office, as well as googled, and they were not able to point me in the right direction. can anyone help me out in regards...	cassidy	1	351	Oct 23, 2007 by Phil
	"Letting Go" (Preview) LETTING GO TAKES LOVE To let go does not mean to stop caring, it means I can't do it for someone else. To let go is not to cut myself off, it's the realization I can't control another. To let go is not to enable, but allow learning from natural consequences. To let go is to admit powerlessness, whi...	Phil	0	8254	Oct 23, 2007 by Phil
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 23rd Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Third, I have learned how to be honest. What a relief! No more ducking or dodging. No more tall tales. No more pretending to be what I am not. My cards are on the table, for all the world to see. "I am what I am," as Popeye used to say in the comics. I have had an unsavoury pas...	Sobrietyspell	1	413	Oct 23, 2007 by lani
	newbie here (Preview) Hello Everyone, I'm a long-time alcoholic. I went to my first AA meeting last Tuesday (dont' count the one the judge made me attend 17 years ago). I haven't had another DUI because I tend to do my drinking at home, and I have a wonderful (although enabler) non-alcoholic husband who does all the drivin...	Kriszti	13	512	Oct 23, 2007 by Zster
	Staying sober (Preview) Hello my name is Jennifer. I have been sober for two days now. I live in a very small town so AA is out of the question for me. I am doing this on my own. My recent decision to stop drinking is because I am a violent drunk. I have hurt everyone around me and lost every friend I have ever had because of my mean ways w...	justme	13	500	Oct 23, 2007 by StPeteDean
	Daily Reflections 10/23 (Preview) WHAT WE KNOW BEST "Shoemaker, stick to thy last!" . . . better do one thing supremely well than many badly. That is the central theme of this Tradition [*Five]. Around it our Society gathers in unity. The very life of our Fellowship requires the preservation of this principle. TWELVE STEPS...	Doll	0	367	Oct 23, 2007 by Doll
	Morning Cues (Preview) There is an important message for us first thing every day. Often, once we get started with the day, we may not listen as closely to life and ourselves as we do in those still moments when we first awaken. An ideal time to listen to ourselves is when we are laying quietly, our defenses are down, and we're op...	Quetzal	1	324	Oct 23, 2007 by Phil
	You know you are in recovery if........... (Preview) 1. You drink more coffee per day than Starbucks sells in one week. 2. Emails to your friends have "HALT" as the subject header. 3. You and your buddies get thrown out of espresso bars and teahouses for being "too rowdy." 4. Songs like "There's a Tear In My Beer" make you...	Doll	5	541	Oct 23, 2007 by TLH
	No hangover!!! (Preview) I feel a lot better today! My boyfriend drank 6 or 8 beers last night and I had a cup of hot tea! I feel better and better everyday! My appointment with my doctor is today and I am seeing my counsler tomorrow. I can do this I know I can.	justme	9	619	Oct 22, 2007 by TLH
	Holding Your Own (Preview) Trust yourself. Trust what you know. Sometimes, it is hard to stand in our own truth and trust what we know, especially when others would try to convince us otherwise. In these cases, others may be dealing with issues of guilt and shame. They may have their own agenda. They may be immersed in denial. The...	Quetzal	1	421	Oct 22, 2007 by justme
	Standing at the turning point (Preview) You ever have to make a decision? Sometimes it hurts like hell. I've come to realize that this relationship I've been in for almost a year has become unhealthy. I've weighed the pro's and con's. Should be really simple right? Wrong......... When it comes to doing something that is hurtful to others I w...	soberdrunk	7	571	Oct 22, 2007 by jonijoni
	Am I Crazy?! (Preview) Hello, First, thanks for all the sharing in the posts I have read thus far. I have been lurking in the background for some time and registered today. The posts that I have read have been quite an eye opener for me. You see, I am wondering if AA is right for me. Let me say that I know for a fact that I am an alcohol...	Joseph1964	9	574	Oct 22, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 22nd Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Second, I am content to face the rest of my life without alcohol. I have made the great decision once and for all. I have surrendered as gracefully as possible to the inevitable. I hope I have no more reservations. I hope that nothing can happen to me now that would justify my taki...	Sobrietyspell	0	335	Oct 22, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	jonibaloni here... saying Hi :o) (Preview) Hi guys and gals!!! Missed you all!!! I am doing well. Almost finished with school, and i have 90 days smoke-free today. Whooppee!!! Still sober, and plugging along. I have missed everyone, and I would like to know how you are all doing!! (((((hugs)))))) jonijoni (formerly Jonibaloni)	jonijoni	7	458	Oct 22, 2007 by Doll
	Daily Reflections 10/22 (Preview) TRUE TOLERANCE Finally, we begin to see that all people, including ourselves, are to some extent emotionally ill as well as frequently wrong, and then we approach true tolerance and see what real love for our fellows actually means. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 92 The thought occurred to m...	Doll	0	337	Oct 22, 2007 by Doll
	Financial Responsibility (Preview) "When I began recovery from chemical dependency, I had to face my money mess stone cold sober, and I really had a mess," said one woman. "I wasn't able to earn much at first, and it was important to me to make amends. I had past due bills from years before. I needed to try to stay current wit...	Quetzal	2	420	Oct 21, 2007 by Quetzal
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 21st Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Now that we have considered the obligations of real, working members of A.A., let us examine what the rewards are that have come to us as a result of our new way of living. First, I understand myself more than I ever did before. I have learned what was the matter with me and I know no...	Sobrietyspell	0	366	Oct 21, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	Still sober (Preview) I am still sober and feeling great. It is funny how the depression is starting to fade away. I think most of my problem was the stupid booze. I feel such clarity! I have realized a lot by watching my boyfriend booze it up. I don't ever want to be like that again. I will write more later. I have lots of things to...	justme	4	487	Oct 21, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	Daily Reflections 10/21 (Preview) NOTHING GROWS IN THE DARK We will want the good that is in us all, even in the worst of us, to flower and to grow. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 10 With the self-discipline and insight gained from practicing Step Ten, I begin to know the gratifications of sobriety -- not as mere abstinence from alcohol, but as recover...	Doll	0	348	Oct 21, 2007 by Doll
	A Vision For You (Preview) A portion of the BB Chapter 11 4th Edition ~~~~~~~~~~~~ For most normal folks, drinking means conviviality, companionship and colorful imagination. It means release from care, boredom and worry. It is joyous intimacy with friends and a feeling that life is good. But not so with us in those last days...	Doll	0	345	Oct 20, 2007 by Doll
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 17th Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ What am I going to do today for A.A.? Is there someone I should call up on the telephone or someone I should go to see? Is there a letter I should write? Is there an opportunity somewhere to advance the work of A.A. which I have been putting off or neglecting? If so, will I do it today?...	Sobrietyspell	2	420	Oct 20, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 20th Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ For the past few weeks we have been asking ourselves some searching questions. We have not been able to answer them all as we would like. But on the right answers to these questions will depend the usefulness and effectiveness of the whole A.A. movement. It all boils down to thi...	Sobrietyspell	0	343	Oct 20, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	Daily Reflections 10/18 (Preview) AN OPEN MIND True humility and an open mind can lead us to faith . . . TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 33 My alcoholic thinking led me to believe that I could control my drinking, but I couldn't. When I came to A.A., I realized that God was speaking to me through my group. My mind was open just enough to...	Doll	2	894	Oct 20, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	Comin' Home (Preview) As several of you know, my wife kicked me out in mid Augest after coming home with our daughters after I've been drinking. She told me to get my sh*t together and maybe she'll let me come back, after she's convinced that I'm serious of course. Since then I've been going to AA several times a week and workin...	Snopup	7	508	Oct 20, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	Hello from Australia (Preview) Hello. My name is Karen and I am a 34 year old mother from Australia and I am an alcoholic. In the past week my life has hit rock bottom. My husband is sick of my lies and deceipt and has decided to leave. Whilst I am devistated by his decision it has finally given me the strengh I need to make the changes I n...	Ive had enough	6	397	Oct 20, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	Thank You (Preview) I would like to Thank all the Moderators here for the Great Job you have Done here ...Sick of Being Sick..Phil...Wren..Thank you for being of service .	mikey50	4	438	Oct 20, 2007 by Sobrietyspell
	I am upset & concerned (Preview) My dear beautiful Sober~vibers. I have some feelings I want to share with you. I'm going, perhaps, through a transitional period & I want to move forward in a good way & not be driven by any unfortunate thoughts that may take me off on a path of possible self~destruction. I have been taught to sh...	Sobrietyspell	8	590	Oct 20, 2007 by lani
	Daily Reflections 10/20 (Preview) SOLACE FOR CONFUSION Obviously, the dilemma of the wanderer from faith is that of profound confusion. He thinks himself lost to the comfort of any conviction at all. He cannot attain in even a small degree the assurance of the believer, the agnostic, or the atheist. He is the bewildered one. TWELVE ST...	Doll	0	494	Oct 20, 2007 by Doll
	Its Been A while..:) (Preview) And hello..to each and every one of you.... Another day....24 hours....one day at a time.... To be honest? I dont really know if I've ever had a handle on that one..:) Just wanted to share....as I have been doing..with a few...via email... That I still keep in touch with the board..on a daily basis...e...	Phil	13	709	Oct 20, 2007 by Cabbageheadchris
	Detaching with Love (Preview) Sometimes people we love do things we don't like or approve of. We react. They react. Before long, we're all reacting to each other, and the problem escalates. When do we detach? When we're hooked into a reaction of anger, fear, guilt, or shame. When we get hooked into a power play - an attempt to control...	Quetzal	0	335	Oct 20, 2007 by Quetzal
	24 Hrs a Day ~ 19th Oct 07 (Preview) A.A. Thought for the Day ~ Do I realize that I do not know how much time I have left? It may be later than I think. Am I going to do the things that I know I should do before my time runs out? By the way, what is my purpose for the rest of my life? Do I realize all I have to make up for in my past wasted life? Do I know that...	Sobrietyspell	2	717	Oct 19, 2007 by StPeteDean
	Choose Differently Today (Preview) "It is always your next move."-- Napoleon HillThe great benefit of heightened awareness is that we have more choice in how we live our lives. At any moment, we can purposefully choose a new experience for ourselves. We can choose to pay attention, breathe more deeply, laugh, rest, play,...	Wren	1	299	Oct 19, 2007 by Doll
	Sharing Experience, Strenght and Hope or just Preaching. (Preview) I don'tknow what kind of Alcoholic you are, but when someone starts telling me what I should do instead of sharing what worked for them. My eyes glaze over and I get an annoying buzzing in my ears that kinda drowns out what they're saying. This condition dates back to my misspent youth when I thought I kne...	cooncatbob	7	581	Oct 19, 2007 by StPeteDean
	Our Good Points (Preview) What's a codependent? The answer's easy. They're some of the most loving, caring people I know. -- Beyond Codependency We don't need to limit an inventory of ourselves to the negatives. Focusing only on what's wrong is a core issue in our codependency. Honestly, fearlessly, ask: "What's righ...	Quetzal	1	359	Oct 19, 2007 by lani
	Daily Reflections 10/19 (Preview) A. A.'S "MAIN TAPROOT" The principle that we shall find no enduring strength until we first admit complete defeat is the main taproot from which our whole Society has sprung and flowered. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, pp. 21-22 Defeated, and knowing it, I arrived at the doors of A.A...	Doll	0	287	Oct 19, 2007 by Doll
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