From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Big book acceptance was the answer linkedin slideshare. 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. How it works taken from alcoholics anonymous big book pages 6063 being convinced, we were at step three. I just am unsure i understood what everything means exactly, and if i am living up to that choice. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. A personal story on page 407 called acceptance was the answer is also wellknown among aa membership. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. At this early part of the 21st century, membership in aa continues to grow, and a fourth edition will undoubtedly continue that trend.
Surrendered and went to aa in 2007 and have been happily sober without relapse or desire to drink. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. This book gave me a leap forward in my sobriety im 24 yrs. This excerpt of the alcoholics anonymous big book lets you get your hands on pages that could. Recovery book cover vinyl aa big book recoveryshop. Aa morning meditation big book pages 86,87 and 88 explained. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. Yes read page 62 68 each day and also read page 83 at the very bottom you will find the promises. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. I need to concentrate not so much on what needs to be changed in the world as on what needs to be changed in me and my attitudes. 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. 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. 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. The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book.
He answered my prayer, and they gave me a big book and a 12 steps and 12 traditions book that started me on the road of recovery with a higher power. Alcoholics anonymous, chapter 5 how it works pages 65. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Alcoholics anonymous quotes by alcoholics anonymous. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely known. Prevent damage to your big book with this vinyl book cover ft. Acceptance i know some people get really tired of the big book quotes. The 12 step prayer book a collection of 12 step prayers and inspirational readings second edition featuring 44 new prayers written and compiled by bill p. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. 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. Mar 10, 2006 he answered my prayer, and they gave me a big book and a 12 steps and 12 traditions book that started me on the road of recovery with a higher power.
Alcoholics anonymous quotes quotable quote and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. 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. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Some of us have tried to hold on to our old ideas and the result was nil until we let go absolutely. The big book of alcoholics anonymous, also referred to as alcoholics anonymous. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous.
The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. The inconsistency is made worse by the things he does on his sprees. Acceptance of alcoholism this short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. 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. Then we have the voices who cry for sex and more sex. Aa meeting topics in the big book and suggested topics for a. 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. Pages 1 164 unofficial large print ebook alcoholics anonymous screen 1 of 703. Acceptance page 417 alcoholics anonymous acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. The big book first 164 pages showing 15 of 5 messages. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc.
Aa speakers prayers, promises and selfforgiveness new 20 duration. Alcoholics anonymous, from the title of its own book. This is the official website of the general service office g. My purpose is to make the text of the big book available to anyone in the u. Aas evening meditation pages 86,87 and 88 explained step 11 morning and evening meditation step 11. With the appearance of the new book a great deal began to happen. Nov 22, 2004 alcoholism12 step support page 449 3rd edition. Big book acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism, is a collection of texts used by members of the alcoholics anonymous fellowship the book has undergone four revisions since william wilson, also known as bill w. Oct 23, 2010 alcoholics anonymous, chapter 5 how it works pages 6571 the first and second edition book alcoholics anonymous is in public domain in the united states.
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. Theres more to quitting drinking than quitting drinking. They think we do not have enough of it, or that it isnt the right kind. The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable. And with 6 children to look after the too will reap all the rewards of you staying sober. 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. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. They too can have a happy content family home,if you work for them. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. 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.
The big books way of removing fears pages 67 68 instructions. I stayed and listened, careful to let them know i didnt have a problem. The text of the 1st 164 pages of alcoholics anonymous. The role of acceptance in coping with alcohol addiction. Serenity in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Alcoholism12 step support page 52 big book question originally posted by liveinpeace i know that god is the key to my recovery. 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. Aa gains its strength from universal acceptance by those who are members, on their own say so. This ebook is not a product of alcoholics anonymous. The first three editions of the aa big book provide an indication of the changes which occurred since aa began in the late 1930s. All references to the topics will be found in the first 164 pages of the book, alcoholics anonymous. Accept 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. 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.
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. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. 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 whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. Alcoholics anonymous, chapter 5 how it works pages 6571. Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous pages 62 68 of big book. Some of us once had great selfconfidence, but it didnt fully solve the fear.
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. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation. Find all uses of this word in the big book alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions of a. Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous big book pg. 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. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Morning prayer and meditation given we know that the aa program is contained in the first 164 pages of the big book with further good information in the step essays of the 12 steps and 12 traditions book lets now follow the 2nd half of the prayer and meditation instructions found on pages 86, 87 and 88 of the book alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 1 164 boardprep. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. A blog dedicated to discussion of the program of alcoholics anonymous as found in the twelve and twelve and first 164 pages of the big book alcoholics anonymous. Jan, 2020 acceptance of alcoholism this short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. The 12 step prayer book a collection of 12 step prayers. Search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc.