Also, someone told me once the answers to all my problems are answered in the first three words on page 112 in the big book. Big book acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Acceptance i know some people get really tired of the big book quotes. On page 52 of the big book you can find a list of bedevilments. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situationsome fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. E, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Many of us have felt, for the first time, the presence and power of god within its walls. Oct 31, 2002 buy alcoholics anonymous big book 4rev ed by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
All sections of this country and many of its occupations are represented. Part i pioneers of aa acceptance was the answer previously doctor, alcoholic, addict 439 407 dr. If you are a 4th edition big book story author and would like to see your biography listed here, then click here and send it to and it will be posted here. The original 1939 edition is a must have for anyone who has a passion for the history of alcoholics anonymous. Acceptance is the answer story page 407 soberrecovery. When i opened it to page 112 and read those three words, i said to myself, well, better stop using it for a coaster. You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. The sixth edition is a truly international basic text that reflects the diversity and strength of our worldwide na fellowship. I can watch my serenity level rise when i discard my expectations. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Alcoholics anonymous big book original edition perfect paperback september 30, 2008. Alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 1 164 boardprep. If you have a drinking problem, we hope that you may pause in reading. Narcotics anonymous the little white booklet longer basic text with same title no longer published online.
These are aspects of the alcoholics life and personality that are usually in effect before the alcoholic comes into aa and will continue unless the alcoholic actively works the steps each day. Big book step study is both a particular style of aa meeting as well as a philosophy about working the twelve steps precisely as they are laid out in the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Six years ago one of our number was a patient there. Sold by recovery now and ships from amazon fulfillment. Step over to the nearest barroom and try a little controlled drinking. As being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. We read small sections of the book alcoholics anonymous big book and have a lead share on the reading. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be. A super special aa gift this wall plaque with acceptance pg 417 from the aa big book 5 x 7 laser engraved hardwood plaque made in usa. But then my rights try to move in, and they, too, can force my serenity level down. Therefore, it is the belief in their own equality in the eyes of their creator which becomes the focal point of concern. I have been having some discomfort in how things have been.
Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. We abide by the 12 traditions and ask attendees to not take screenshots or recording of any kind. Big book personal stories part iii alcoholics anonymous. Whats the difference between the aa big book and the na basic text. Volume twentyfive volu introducing number f number four the. No matter how far down the scale we have gone, we will see how our experience can benefit others. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Acceptance aka page 449, page 417 or acceptence acceptance was an idea in a personal story introduced in the 3rd edition and stories are not included here. But it does give guidance on how to build our own sexual conduct statement. Here we take our table and list everyone weve been intimate with and we ask the 9 questions listed in the big book. Message board page 449 3d big book of alcoholics anonymous. I pray that you now remove from me every single defect of character which stands in the way of my usefulness to you and my fellows. A wikipedia article about this author is available narcotics anonymous. How it works from pages 5860 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path.
This is 4th step harms inventory is designed for newcomers or anyone who wishes to do a forth step out of the big book. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. Ideal for those who find difficulty reading, an audio version of the big book in mp3 format. The role of acceptance in coping with alcohol addiction.
I graduated narrowly and took a job at a local garage. I never just sit and do nothing while waiting for him to tell me what to do. See i had a born again exp and lost the obsession to drink my first attempt with my sponsor six. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. Recovery literature in english us we offer all available information pamphlets and na booklets here, in all currently available languages, in order to serve our members and potential members. Intergroup phone numbers alcoholics anonymous central offices, intergroup and. When i complain about me or about you, i am complaining about gods handiwork. Philadelphia, student of life, on page 319 of the fourth edition big book of alcoholics anonymous. Diagnose yourself with a little controlled drinking. See page 449 in the 3rd edition or page 417 in the 4th edition. Aug 24, 2014 the page 552 prayer to end resentments posted by paulcoholic on 24 august 2014, 6. Where most religious belief systems have boundaries to define what they believe about god, the basic text for aa does not. The answers will come, if your own house is in order. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary.
Acceptance was the answer acceptance is the key to my relationship with god today. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation. That feeling of uselessness and selfpity will disappear. Do not let any prejudice you may have against spiritual terms deter you from honestly asking yourself what they mean to you. Grant me strength, as i go out from here, to do your bidding. Those who do not recover are people who cannot or will not completely give themselves to this simple program, usually men and women who are constitutionally incapable of being honest with themselves. Those who do not recover are people who cannot or will not completely give themselves to this simple program, usually men and women who are constitutionally incapable of be ing honest with. This excerpt of the alcoholics anonymous big book lets you get your hands on pages that could help you with alcohol addiction. God will constantly disclose more to you and to us. This author does not subscribe to any belief system which claims superiority of some human beings over others. The big book has no opinion on sex, only we dont want to be the arbiters of anyones sex conduct. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. We believe and hope it contains all you will need to begin.
It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover as of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. As on what needs to be changed in me and in my attitudes. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situationsome fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing. Sorting and rendering passages in the proprietary format of the 164 and more concordance does not in any way imply affiliation with or endorsement by either alcoholics. Informally known as the big book with its first 164 pages virtually. The only belief about god this author has found within the basic text of aa is a. Chicago alcoholics anonymous remote online meetings. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely known. On page 31 of the big book, alcoholics anonymous, in the chapter entitled more about alcoholism it says. Whats the difference between the aa big book and the na. Buy alcoholics anonymous big book 4rev ed by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. The page 552 prayer to end resentments sober catholic. Choose from reading a page, or two from the big book then opening up to sharing. Bobs nightmare 171 171 window of opportunity 421 aa number three 182 182 he had to be shown 193 he thought he could drink like a gentlemen.
Where religion defines that which is and is not god for their followers, aa does not. The higher my expectations of other people are, the lower is my serenity. You think he ought to know the subject better, as everyone should have a clear understanding of the risk he takes if he drinks. No thought or effort on my part thats the miracle of it.
When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some. Chocolate in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. The only exception to the big books instruction is a 5th column, whereby we identify what we can do differently in the future. Since we treat sex like any other problem, we can apply the same approach we took there to our general conduct as well. Must in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12 traditions.
We do not like to pronounce any individual as alcoholic, but you can quickly diagnose yourself. This applies, too, to other spiritual expressions which you. The triangle club building is closed out of an abundance of caution surrounding covid19, but please return to the site for information about alternative meeting options as. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. Ive read this several times but today for some reason something stood out that never had before. Chocolate in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. Never in my wildest moments had it occurred to me that i might like to be an. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. A nd acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Alcoholism12 step support acceptance is the answer story page 407 at a meeting today and we read this entire story. Tell him you have been worried, though perhaps needlessly.
And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. The 164 and more book, ebook, and web site are all concordances which display passages from the big book alcoholics anonymous, the twelve steps and twelve traditions, and the a. Acceptance in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. Thats the way my drinking began, as a way to make the pain go away. Pages 1 164 unofficial large print ebook alcoholics anonymous screen 1 of 703. The only exception to the big books instruction is a 5th column. Acceptance was the answer the physician wasnt hooked, he thoughthe just prescribed drugs medically indicated for his many ailments. These are posted as an aid to the blind, those who have difficulty reading or who are remote from meetings either in prison or in hard to reach places. Suicide in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. My sponsor suggested i type it up and put it somewhere in the house where i see it all the time. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. We then open the meeting to group discussion on the weekly topic. From page 70 in the big book, we can also write a general conduct ideal.
My purpose is to make the text of the big book available to anyone in the u. Must in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. We have to list the people we have hurt what well be working on in steps 8 and 9. My serenity is inversely proportional to my expectations. Ask him in your morning meditation what you can do each day for the man who is still sick. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. The page 552 prayer to end resentments posted by paulcoholic on 24 august 2014, 6.
Alcoholics anonymous aa is an international mutual aid fellowship with the stated purpose of. Hemmings find of the day 1953 ford golden jubilee tractor. The twelve steps are covered over a 15 week rotation. Aa acceptance from big book pg 417 engraved plaque, all. I feel its important for a recovering alcoholic to encounter the history of aa because they need to know where aa came from and. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Please call 312 626 6799 or 3462487799 and follow the prompts to enter meeting id. All are zoom meetings unless noted otherwise use id and code to acc.
It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. With the publication of the big book in april, 1939, followed by jack alexanders article in the saturday evening post in march, 1941, which gave alcoholics anonymous a most enthusiastic endorsement, a. We do not sign court slips or offer proof of attendance. A vision for you, big book page 164 our book is meant to be suggestive only. Nothing, absolutely nothing happens in gods world by mistake. This 1953 ford golden jubilee model currently listed on is going up for bid at auctions americas auburn fall event september 26. Times all us central unless otherwise noted call in by telephone only.
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