Search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. Pages 1 164 unofficial large print ebook alcoholics anonymous screen 1 of 703. Contents introduction guide for daily reading 1 serenity prayer 2 the lords prayer 3 prayer of saint francis of assisi 4 todays thought 5 sanskrit proverb 6 to be prayer. Alcoholics anonymous, chapter 5 how it works pages 65. 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 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. 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. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Acceptance of alcoholism this short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. A personal story on page 407 called acceptance was the answer is also wellknown among aa membership. 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.
This ebook is not a product of alcoholics anonymous. Aa meeting topics in the big book and suggested topics for a. 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. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. My purpose is to make the text of the big book available to anyone in the u. Some of us once had great selfconfidence, but it didnt fully solve the fear. Find all uses of this word in the big book alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions of a. The inconsistency is made worse by the things he does on his sprees.
Aa speakers prayers, promises and selfforgiveness new 20 duration. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. The 12 step prayer book a collection of 12 step prayers. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. 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. Alcoholics anonymous, chapter 5 how it works pages 6571 the first and second edition book alcoholics anonymous is in public domain. 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. 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.
The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. 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. Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Big book acceptance was the answer linkedin slideshare. Some of us have tried to hold on to our old ideas and the result was nil until we let go absolutely.
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. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. 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. 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.
Alcoholics anonymous quotes quotable quote and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Yes read page 62 68 each day and also read page 83 at the very bottom you will find the promises. Accept in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. 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. Alcoholics anonymous quotes by alcoholics anonymous. 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. Whatever our protestations, are not most of us concerned with ourselves, our resentments, or our selfpity.
This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Prevent damage to your big book with this vinyl book cover ft. Jan, 2020 acceptance of alcoholism this short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. This book gave me a leap forward in my sobriety im 24 yrs. I guess thinking that i could be such a great example,, was my expectation, again, of trying to be perfect,, that is playing god too,, cuz only god is perfect. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Aa gains its strength from universal acceptance by those who are members, on their own say so. Alcoholics anonymous, from the title of its own book. 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 big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. All references to the topics will be found in the first 164 pages of the book, alcoholics anonymous.
From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. With the appearance of the new book a great deal began to happen. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or. This is the official website of the general service office g. How it works taken from alcoholics anonymous big book pages 6063 being convinced, we were at step three. 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. Surrendered and went to aa in 2007 and have been happily sober without relapse or desire to drink. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Acceptance i know some people get really tired of the big book quotes. This excerpt of the alcoholics anonymous big book lets you get your hands on pages that could.
My sponsor suggested i type it up and put it somewhere in the house where i see it all the time. Aa morning meditation big book pages 86,87 and 88 explained. 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. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable. Alcoholics anonymous, chapter 5 how it works pages 6571. Acceptance page 417 alcoholics anonymous acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. 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. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. They think we do not have enough of it, or that it isnt the right kind. 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.
Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. And with 6 children to look after the too will reap all the rewards of you staying sober. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation. They too can have a happy content family home,if you work for them. The big book of alcoholics anonymous, also referred to as alcoholics anonymous. The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book. Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous pages 62 68 of big book. Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous big book pg. The big books way of removing fears pages 67 68 instructions. Then we have the voices who cry for sex and more sex. 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.
At this early part of the 21st century, membership in aa continues to grow, and a fourth edition will undoubtedly continue that trend. 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. Alcoholism12 step support page 52 big book question originally posted by liveinpeace i know that god is the key to my recovery. 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. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely known. Serenity in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12.
Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Aas evening meditation pages 86,87 and 88 explained step 11. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. Recovery book cover vinyl aa big book recoveryshop. 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. I stayed and listened, careful to let them know i didnt have a problem.
The text of the 1st 164 pages of alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. 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. Theres more to quitting drinking than quitting drinking. I just am unsure i understood what everything means exactly, and if i am living up to that choice. The first three editions of the aa big book provide an indication of the changes which occurred since aa began in the late 1930s. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. 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. Nov 22, 2004 alcoholism12 step support page 449 3rd edition.
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