Much can be said about willingness, honesty and open mindedness. Become willing to believe spiritual alcoholics anonymous. I choose, with all the power of my free will, that an unsuspected inner resource is so pages 567 68. All other sources the little red book, the 12 and 12, group sponsored literature were written as accompaniments or guides to be used to assist and deepen the path laid out by the original members of alcoholics anonymous in the big book. The text of this document, original manuscript, was left just as it originally appeared in 1938. This is the only rule in the big book, though in the doctors opinion xxix dr. Sometimes i find the original manuscript is more condensed and has stronger wording than the current edition of the aa big book. The page 552 prayer to end resentments sober catholic.
Read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Acceptance was the answer the physician wasnt hooked, he thoughthe just prescribed drugs medically indicated for his many ailments. The big book does not say that i must understand god, but it speaks of. Big book alcoholics anonymous appendix ii spiritual experience pages 567 568. 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. Appendix i aa big book appendix i aa big book the a. There is power in people who are supporting each other and the aa fellowship is a very strong support group. The answers will come, if your own house is in order. Spiritual in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. At the end of the meetings 1 person will read appendix 2, spiritual experience found on page 567 of the big book.
A vision for you, big book page 164 our book is meant to be suggestive only. The terms spiritual experience and spiritual awakening are used many times in this book which, upon careful reading, shows that the personality change sufficient to bring about recovery from alcoholism has manifested itself among us in many different forms. Here is a little piece that ends up in the big book of alcoholics anonymous, as probably one of the more famous quotes that exists in alcoholics anonymous today. Find all uses of this word in the big book alcoholics anonymous and the. How do you know if you are having a spiritual experience. On page 52 of the big book you can find a list of bedevilments. We read small sections of the book alcoholics anonymous big book and have a lead share on the reading. All sections of this country and many of its occupations are represented. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. The terms spiritual experience and spiritual awakening are used many times in this book which, upon careful reading, shows that the personality change sufficient to bring about recovery from alcoholism has manifested itself itself among us in many forms. Herbert spencer the big book online, pdf version, page 567. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more.
How many times does the word rule appear in the book. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Spiritual experience happens suddenly as described in bills story while spiritual awakening happens more slower and gradual over months and years as you apply the 12 steps in your life. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. We do not sign court slips or offer proof of attendance. We abide by the 12 traditions and ask attendees to not take screenshots or recording of any kind. Appendix ii spiritual awakening god consciounsness educational variety spiritual experience aa big book big book of aa alcoholics anonymous doctors opinion how it works aa preamble alcoholism recovery 4th edition 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr. We believe that the 12 steps as outlined in the big book of alcoholics anonymous work, not only as a solution to the disease of alcoholism and addiction but as a solution to living free. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body.
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. From appendix ii of alcoholics anonymous, page 567 4th edition the terms spiritual experience and spiritual awakening are used many times in this book which, upon careful reading, shows that the personality change sufficient to bring about recovery from alcoholism has manifested itself among us in many different forms. Cocaine anonymous world services a guide to the 12 steps. Steps by the big book is a nocharge website for people in recovery from alcohol and drugs and other addictions who wish to study the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa as part of a friendly, focused group, and work them according to the big book, alcoholics anonymous. We think that such a view is selfcentered and in direct conflict with the new way of living. International conference of young people in aa icypaa the international conference of young people in alcoholics anonymous icypaa was founded for the purpose of providing a setting for an annual celebration of sobriety among young people in aa. 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. This is a quote from the big book of alcoholics anonymouspage 567, the spiritual experience. We believe and hope it contains all you will need to begin. We expect that this contribution to the recovering community worldwide will continue to grow, as our online big book is a great study tool. The big book suggests we decide that someplace deep down inside us is a sufficient power page 53. Big book spiritual experience pg 567 recovery farmhouse. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. We then open the meeting to group discussion on the weekly topic.
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. Personality in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Page 567 appendices ii of the book, alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition. If you have a drinking problem, we hope that you may pause in reading.
On page 64 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous it reads, when the spiritual malady is overcome, we straighten out mentally and physically. Never in my wildest moments had it occurred to me that i might like to be an. Aug 24, 2014 the page 552 prayer to end resentments posted by paulcoholic on 24 august 2014, 6. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. To overcome and survive the disease and live happy, joyous and free, we must study and learn what the solution is and what we have to do to obtain it. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. E, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. That feeling of uselessness and selfpity will disappear. The rule is we must be hard on ourself but always considerate of others. And on page 567 it taks about power without saying power with few exceptions our members find that they have tapped an unsuspected inner resource which they presently identify with their own conception of a power greater than themselves. Consciousness in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. 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.
Twelve step workshop herbk 2017 updated 12122016 a twelve month workshop using the book alcoholics anonymous to those interested in participating in the weekly meetings for twelve months. And then at a aa anniversary a guy with 39yrs sober said we get power. God will constantly disclose more to you and to us. Page 34 of the big book states, some will be drunk high the day after making. Monthly big book readings aa the original way group. This was the version of the big book distributed to friends and colleagues of aas founders before the first edition was printed. No matter how far down the scale we have gone, we will see how our experience can benefit others. Give him an account of the struggles you made to stop. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. The 62nd icypaa will be hosted by new orleans, lousiana in 2020. Its therapeutic to be among others who have recovered from the same problem. I will send out a different post with the original manuscript of the aa big book and other articles of interest.
You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. Print a copy of the first side print page 1 only, then reinsert it into the paper tray of your printer and print page 2. 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. Aa, alcoholics anonymous, has but one solution for the deadly disease of alcoholism. From appendix ii of alcoholics anonymous, page 567 4th edition the terms spiritual experience and spiritual awakening are. The first thing that comes to mind is the acronym of how. Henry ford once made a wise remark to the effect that experience is the thing of supreme value in life. Whatever our protestations, are not most of us concerned with ourselves, our resentments, or our selfpity. 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. 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. We suggest you do this as we have done it in the chapter on alcoholism. Number in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. To those now in its fold, alcoholics anonymous has made the difference between misery and sobriety, and often the difference between life and death.
The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. Since working the 12 steps, i have had a personality change sufficient to bring about recovery from my addictions. Being intentional with step 11 hazelden betty ford. The page 552 prayer to end resentments posted by paulcoholic on 24 august 2014, 6. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. A vision for you, big book page 164 alcoholics anonymous. Acceptance aa big book p 417 a vision for you p163164. Why, then, in the spiritual experience appendix does the big book talk of religious experience.
Ask him in your morning meditation what you can do each day for the man who is still sick. With few exceptions our members find that they have tapped an unsuspected inner resource which they presently identify with thier own conception of a power greater than themselves. Big book spiritual experience pg 567 spiritual experience the terms spiritual experience and spiritual awakening are used many times in this book which, upon careful reading, shows that the personality change sufficient to bring about recovery from alcoholism has manifested itself among us in many different forms. With few exceptions our members find that they have tapped an unsuspected inner resource which they presently identify with their own conception of a power greater than themselves. Take all 12 steps in just 4 hours download this aa big book step guide and work book. New castle pa, original recipe group big book step study, monday 7. Having persevered with the rest of the program, they wondered why they fell. From the appendices, aa big book, page 567 568 please read very carefullyreally let this two pages soak into your inner being. On page 552 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous their basic text, there is a very helpful suggestion on how to rid yourself of resentments towards a person. If you have a resentment you want to be free of 3rd edition page 552, 4th edition page 552.
Appendix ii spiritual awakening god consciounsness educational variety spiritual experience aa big book big book of aa alcoholics anonymous doctors opinion how it works aa preamble alcoholism recovery 4th edition 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of. Our online big book is used by thousands of people all over the world, and incurs substantial bandwidth expense. Willingness, honesty and open mindedness are the essentials of recovery. Alcoholics anonymous has made the difference between misery and sobriety, and often the.
Spiritual experience on pages 567 568 are some of the most important two pages in the big book that are often overlooked. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. Page 17, paragraph 1 page 17, paragraph 2 the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous is a great thing. The steps by the big book workbook can be downloaded for free.
Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Spiritual experience the terms spiritual experience and spiritual awakening are used many times in this book which, upon careful reading, shows that the personality change suf. Big book of alcoholics anonymous appendix ii page 567. The big book doesnt come with an index, so here is one in the form of a bookmark. 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. We think the reason is that they never completed their housecleaning. Sep 30, 2008 alcoholics anonymous big book original edition aa services on. 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. Tradition aa 12 traditions 12 traditions short form 12 traditions long form big book of aa alcoholics anonymous doctors opinion how it works aa preamble alcoholism recovery 4th edition 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr. They took inventory all right, but hung on to some of the worst items in stock. Appendix of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, 2nd edition. You dont need a twosided printer to print on both sides. The big book is the original source of for step instructions in alcoholics anonymous. Big book of alcoholics anonymous appendix ii spiritual experience page 567.
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