Those of us belonging to a religious denomination which requires confession must, and of. Rule 62 of alcoholics anonymous is all about taking that lighthearted perspective and. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. This website is not endorsed or approved by the general services office of alcoholics anonymous. District 32 western waukesha county 4147719119 printer friendly page sunday. It works, if we have the proper attitude and work at it. Technology in aa online community the way out big book study group. The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatmentaa. The promises from pages 83 84 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous if we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are halfway through. Bill recounts the story of early aa and how the big book was written and published. Public service announcements psas are available in both video and audio formats for television and radio broadcast, as well as other materials specifically for young people and for professionals working with alcoholics.
We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. Nc district 22 of alcoholics anonymous nc district 24 of alcoholics anonymous nc district 33 of alcoholics anonymous north carolina conference of young people in alcoholics anonymous piedmont triad young people in alcoholics anonymous technology in aa online community the way out big book study group. Rule 62 of alcoholics anonymous is all about taking that lighthearted perspective and applying it to your own life. That feeling of uselessness and selfpity will disappear. Another lightweight paperback version of the first 164 pages of the big book recently appeared on amazon titled the ez big book of alcoholics anonymous. 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. 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.
Recoverychip rule 62 dont take yourself too damn serious aa. It was the moments like these that got me through the difficulties of early recovery. The original working manuscript is the missing link between bill wilsons first draft of alcoholics anonymous and the first edition. No matter how far down the scale we have gone, we will see how our experience can benefit others. Once the card was unfolded, a single pungent sentence leaped to the eye. Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous pages 62 68 of big book.
Although it was not the first help book to be published, it proved to be the most collectible in its category. Because this book has become the basic text for our society and has helped such large numbers of alcoholic men and women to recovery, there exists strong. For no particular reason this morning, i pulled a book, a new pair of glasses, from my bookshelf and started rereading it from the beginning. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism generally known as the big book because of the thickness of the paper used in the first edition is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover from alcoholism, primarily written by william g. 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. The following pages contain the basic material for the discussion meetings for. First things first big book first 164 pages rule 62 55 8th st w. It is well known that some primates have different calls for different types of danger one for eagle another or snake etc. The site is no longer maintained, but you can access it here. Aa rule 62 telephone meeting we have entered the world of. Rightly and naturally, we think well before we choose the per son or persons with whom to take this intimate and con. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Much has already been said about receiving strength, inspiration, and direction from him who has all knowledge and power.
Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. Perfect for giving away to new comers and oldtimers alike. Many of the cancelled meetings have moved online for now. Chief among these are the discipline of surrender and the virtue of humility. Rule 62, dont take yourself too damn seriously, is found on page 148 of the book twelve steps and twelve traditions published by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. So our troubles, we think, are basically of our own making. They arise out of ourselves, and the alcoholic is an extreme example of selfwill run riot, though he usually doesnt think so. Rule 62 telephone big book study rule 62 is a big book study that takes place 5 days a week monday friday. Monday thru friday is a big book study, saturday and sunday is a came to believe book study. Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous big book pg. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. Grant me strength, as i go out from here, to do your bidding.
Area 62 is composed of aa groups meeting in the state of south carolina and a few groups meeting in neighboring north carolina. More than most people, the alcoholic leads a double life. We are an open meeting and adhere to the 12 traditions of alcoholics anonymous as well as the primary purpose. Notwithstanding the great necessity for discussing ourselves with. I wanted a 2nd edition aa big book to read the different stories in the back. The rule is we must be hard on ourself, but always. Alcoholics anonymous radio show is a 25 minute broadcast, brought to you by members of alcoholics anonymous based in the christchurch area. Call 419 5635905 or email abookman for more information, order a big book, or to sell your books. 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. Rule 62 big book study temporarily suspended due to covid 19 threat back to meetings. 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. If our manner is calm, frank, and open, we will be grati. 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.
Alcoholics anonymous also known as the big book in recovery circles sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. The page 552 prayer to end resentments sober catholic. Next, we decided that hereafter in this drama of life, god was going to be our director. In discussing tradition four each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or a. Most good ideas are simple, and this concept was the keystone of the new and triumphant arch through which we passed to freedom. The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatmentaa facility. The realization that we can have fun in sobriety doesnt always dawn on us when we first get clean. Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Rule 62 big book study temporarily suspended due to.
For those who travel a lot, it also offers recent contact information for aa intergroup offices around the world. The purpose of this show is to increase public awareness of alcoholics anonymous as an effective means of recovery from the disease of alcoholism. Alcoholics anonymous the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions, the latter explaining aa s fundamental principles in depth. Aa speaker turn our will and our lives over to the care of god new 20 duration. 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. High quality alcoholics anonymous inspired greeting cards by independent artists and designers from around the world.
Bill wilson the history of the big book a very good talk by bill. Salerno in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatment aa. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism generally known as the big book because of the thickness of the paper used in the first edition is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover from alcoholism, primarily written by one of the founders of alcoholics. The consumption of alcohol may make you think you are whispering when you are not. Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from your friends at houston intergroup.
Alcoholics anonymous publishes several books, reports, pamphlets, and other media, including a periodical known as the aa grapevine. Have recovered from alcoholism frontispiece the author of this study guide wishes to point out the word recovered. We will lose interest in selfish things and gain interest in our fellows. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. Our hope is to study the book alcoholics anonymous that contains aas steps and way of life. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism generally known as the big book i. Rule in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12 traditions. Alcoholics anonymous big books for sale, find first, second, and third editions. Bill wilson 1954 how the alcoholics anonymous big book was written history o. Unique artwork for posting words of wisdom or decorating your wall, fridge or office. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Alcoholics anonymous an interpretation of our twelve steps.
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The aa program of recovery, from a once seemingly hopeless state of mind and body, is contained within the first 164 pages of the aa big book. If we have carefully followed directions, we have begun to sense the flow of his spirit into us. Slowly, they became a regular occurrence in my life. Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Rule 62 closed, temporary closure back to meetings. Those events that once made me feel ashamed and disgraced now allow me to share with others how to become a useful member of the human race. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Rule 62 button wooden recovery medallions, bronze aa. The story of rule 62 aa history alcoholics anonymous. P59 aa big book alcoholic anonymous gone through step 8 list.
Aug 24, 2014 the page 552 prayer to end resentments posted by paulcoholic on 24 august 2014, 6. Atlanta central office of alcoholics anonymous 270 peachtree street nw, suite 1060 atlanta, ga. 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. The book will probably never go out of print as it has set the standard for fighting addictions. Coming into recovery, i had the mistaken idea that i was signing off on a life sentence dooming me to a future of musty wooden cellars filled with cigarette. Well arent you just a fun filled little lollipop triple dipped in psycho. Steps by the big book step 9 steps by the big book. Rule 62 sign dont take yourself too damn serious bronze sobriety medallion. Aa meetings in lehigh acres lee county area intergroup. This was going to be an elaborate facility with space for medical. The anonymous press mini edition of alcoholics anonymous.
High quality alcoholics anonymous gifts and merchandise. On page 2 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, bill w. Prayers from the big book of alcoholics anonymous i earnestly advise every alcoholic to read this book through, and though perhaps he came to scoff, he may remain to pray. Our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the big book. Mar 01, 20 alcoholics anonymous big book represents a fine example of demand driven scarcity. Alcoholics in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. That we have had deep and effective spiritual experiences which have revolutionized our whole attitude toward life, toward our fellows, and toward gods universe. Taking this book down from our shelf we turn to the page which contains the. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all. Though our decision was a vital and crucial step, it could have little permanent effect unless at once followed by a stren uous effort to face, and to be rid of, the things in our selves which had been blocking us.
The story is described in alcoholics anonymous book the twelve step and the twelve traditions known in aa as the 12 and 12. Sound and visual media help to carry the message of recovery of alcoholics anonymous and to inform the public and professionals about a. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. Alcoholics anonymous big books abookman, a book man, book. Meeting schedule and group information for the bring your own big book byobb of alcoholics anonymous, meeting in sullivans island, sc. How it works taken from alcoholics anonymous big book pages 6063 being convinced, we were at step three, which is that we decided to turn our will an how it works big book pgs. The bring your own big book byobb south carolina alcoholics. Above everything, we alcoholics must be rid of this selfishness. The first 164 pages of the big book, alcoholics anonymous, the preface, the forewords, the doctors opinion, dr. We provide this study guide based on personal experience to help those following aa s 12 steps as outlined in the original big book, alcoholics anonymous aa. Whatever our protestations, are not most of us concerned with ourselves, our resentments, or our selfpity. Alcoholics anonymous the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions, the latter explaining aas fundamental principles in depth.
The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatment aa facility. This is the official website of the general service office g. Alcoholics anonymous new books abookman, a book man, book. Aa recovery quotes and slogans bluidkiti sober recovery. Surrender the admission of powerlessness is a distinctly aa way of practicing certain spiritual principles that are key to recovery. Developed for use with the fourth edition of the big book, this index will help you find the support you needwhen you need it.
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We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. This was going to be an elaborate facility with space for. Big book alcoholics anonymous, page 58 the great fact is just this and nothing less. The following portion of chapter 5 of the big book, alcoholics anonymous is.
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