If you are new and unfamiliar with the big book bb many of us change the words alcohol to food, alcoholic to compulsive overeater. A spiritual view beyond the limits of traditional religion by ken w. You admit you have a problem and begin to seek out assistance. Why would bill capitalize the word fellowship here and not anywhere else in the big book. Given that alcoholics anonymous program of recovery is the steps here are the steps we took, which are suggested as a program of recovery. The forward to printings of the aa big book, preceding the third edition, provide the reader with a sense of the changes that have occurred, since the beginning of aa. Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Myspiritualtoolkit 12 step aa app for alcoholics apps. The big book of secret hiding places paperback january 1, 1999.
The big book of alcoholics anonymous, also referred to as alcoholics anonymous. The big book was originally published in 1939 by aa founders bill w. But aa is not equipped to address these issuesit is a support group whose. That was a time when a handful of alcoholics discovered a solution to their seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. In just about every meeting room and clubhouse throughout the world, you can find aa sayings plastered on the walls, framed and on display for all to see. Secret in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Find all uses of this word in the big book alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions of a.
Zip file 534 k self extracting word document 584 k download ms word document 1. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. My hope is that this book will help every aa meeting get started on the right foot, regardless. Page xiii foreword to the first edition we, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Step four of aas twelvestep program of recovery is infamously the scary one. The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book. Take the information that you like and leave the rest. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. In order to be as helpful and inclusive as possible, some of these are repetitive as in turning it over and step three, which basically more.
The first volume in william poundstones fun series of big secrets is still a fun read, even after all this time. Apr 27, 2020 alcoholics anonymous step four has prepared you for step five, and by finding the courage to overcome that fear of rejection or the shame of your confession, you experience honesty on a deeper level than in your first step of admission, and you break the pattern of denial that often plagues those suffering with alcoholism. Jan 19, 2020 admitting alcohol controls your life is step 1 in aa and alanon. Aa is free you have nothing to lose just so much to gain. Our big book of alcoholics anonymous promises us that when the spiritual malady is overcome, we straighten out mentally and physically. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism is often referred to in alcoholics anonymous meetings aa as the big book. Apr 08, 2016 those individuals who belong alcoholics anonymous or to one of the other 12 step fellowships will be able to discuss their fears with a sponsor or in the meetings. I started a web site in 1999 when i came back into the rooms of alcoholics anonymous.
Since alcoholism is not about alcohol the effect that process has on the alanoner is equally as. Worksheets are the primary purpose group big, 12 step workbook, first step work, aas 12 steps including powerful, 12 steps in 12 weeks oa big book study format, the twelve step program, resentment inventory prompt, step 1 work. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. In a nutshell, step 11 says to discover the plan god, as you understand him, has for your life and find the power to carry it out.
To spread his message of salvation, wilson started writing what would become aa s sacred text. Tripod decided to block me a few years ago, so i stopped writing, posting. Wondering if theres anything in the big book that may help, or any other material doesnt have to be aa or tips that would be good. Buddy t is an anonymous writer and founding member of the online alanon outreach committee with decades of experience writing about alcoholism.
Using the process outlined in the big book is an essential guideline to. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. Grapevine, he told how in the early days in new york he started fighting all the things bill and the others stood for. May 18, 2018 alcoholics anonymous aa 12step program as described in the the big book, aa s guide for people recovering from alcoholism, has many references to god and religious themes, and step 11 is no different. Aa big book first edition published in 1939, defined alcoholism as a threefold disease that affects the individual physically, mentally and spiritually. Moving into step seven actually involves us in the personal change of actively letting go of our shortcomings, actions and feelings that are liabilities. The core of aa is found in chapter five, entitled how it works. While some aa meetings still adhere solely to alcoholrelated issues. 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. Recovery shop is the home to the aa big book index bookmark. Instead of viewing this emotion as the enemy it can be seen as a helpful guide in life.
Promises on page 83 the promises in big book page 83 that are read in many aa meetings. Attend a few meetings from different groups because they are all unique. An article by a renowned aa historian and archivist, writes about the principles of the 12 steps and where the 12 steps principles come from. The bottom is where you stop digging you hit bottom when you stop digging 21. The big books answer to relapse prevention big book. 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 this early part of the 21st century, membership in aa continues to grow, and a fourth edition will undoubtedly continue that trend.
Certain topics and discussions support this purpose, but others have little or no bearing on sobriety and may even discourage wary newcomers from ever returning to an aa meeting. Breaking down step four of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. 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 admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable. Step by step explanation of the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous via sharing. Step five of aas alcoholics anonymous twelve step program is essential to the fundamental change of personality required to overcome an alcohol andor drug addiction. My oa toolkit oat is an exciting new tool for members of overeaters anonymous. Some groups give it away, others sell it, many keep a lending library of a. Breaking down step one of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. It is anonymous hence the aa name, what is said in the room stays in the rooms. You are encouraged to read the reference pages and comment on the topic of acceptance.
The second edition 1955 consisted of 1,150,000 copies. To anyone that is on the fence about attending aa just go check it out. When he updated his story for the may 1968 edition of the a. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. As you type, words are displayed which match your keystrokes. Alcoholics anonymous, from the title of its own book. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. Perhaps he is having a secret and exciting affair with the girl who understands.
Youre only as sick as your secrets psychology today. Aa big book story 1 aa number 3 4th edition youtube. All references to the topics will be found in the first 164 pages of the book, alcoholics anonymous. The big book friends is an informal discussion group where men and women interested in the big book of alcoholics anonymous daily discuss the pages of the big book. Type the first few characters of your wordofinterest into the search box in the upper right corner. But there does have to be some secrets and embargoes within aa or it just doesnt work. We might pay for this presumption in all sorts of absurd actions and ideas. Some of the technologyassociated secrets in all three books are somewhat like fossils now, since these were written long before cell phones and smartphones, but there are a lot of interesting tidbits and strangeness to be perused. The big book includes an assertion first made in the second edition, which was. Taking a more positive view of fear can be helpful when dealing with it. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. The big book of big secrets the uncensored truth about all sorts of stuff you are never supossed to know book. The big book, alcoholics anonymous some groups discuss one chapter from the big book each week.
The big book of big secrets the uncensored truth about all sorts of stuff you are never supposed to know. Despite its millions of members, aa remains a mystery to many and a. Other groups read from the big book weekly and discuss each chapter as they go along. Aa history a big book trivia of some missing facts. Is it ok to use nonconference approved literature in. Breaking down step five of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Friends and family of alcoholics alanon big book step study recently i went to an alanon meeting where everyone in the room either had already or was in the process of going through the 12 steps using aas big book. The book is published by alcoholics anonymous world services.
With the appearance of the new book a great deal began to happen. 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 anonymous. Aa big book with questions for discussion hi everyone. When a group travels to share their experience, strength and hope. My 10 favorite lines from the big book of alcoholics anonymous by kelly fitzgerald junco 072916 there is comfort in knowing you arent alone, that what youre feeling isnt unusual, and that there is a solution. Chapter 6 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, 2nd edition.
The reference pages are taken from the 4th edition of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Anonymoustoday known to aa members as the big bookwas published. Secrets in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Readings from as bill sees it can inspire sharing on discussion topics. Aa topics with big book passages is the perfect tool for your sobriety.
The irrationality of alcoholics anonymous the atlantic. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Alcoholism12 step support discussion topics for aa meeting hello all. Unfortunately, that means it must cancel the alcoholics anonymous meeting. If you would like to become a member, please send a blank email to. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. We have seen men get well whose families have not returned at all. The first three editions of the aa big book provide an indication of the changes which occurred since aa began in the late 1930s. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Aa big book with questions for discussion emotional. With publication of the second edition in 1955, the third edition in 1976.
One of the most important, and continuing, lessons from my years in alanon and therapy is from a slogan the group uses, adopted from alcoholicsanonymous. The first layer is our bodily reaction to alcohol when we ingest it the physical craving. The sbbb study guide is for those in recovery from the disease of addiction who wish to work the 12 steps by the big book, alcoholics anonymous. The big book includes an assertion first made in the second edition, which was published in 1955. To assist our next meeting, i thought i would post what we read today until the end of the chapter, with the questions from in 1 documen. First published in 1939, alcoholics anonymous sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. A personal story on page 407 called acceptance was the answer is also wellknown among aa membership. Alcoholics anonymous aa 12step program as described in the the big book, aas guide for people recovering from alcoholism, has many references to god and religious themes, and step 11 is no different. The big book of big secrets the uncensored truth about all sorts of stuff you are never supposed to know william poundstone on. We shall be with you in the fellowship of the spirit, and you will surely meet some of us as you trudge the road of happy destiny. There have been numerous reprints and revisions, in addition to translations into dozens of languages.
So i decided to take the posts i had there and put them here. 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 isnt easy, but admitting powerlessness allows you to break the cycle of addiction that youve been stuck in. The index bookmark features 25 of the key topics from the big book of alcoholics anonymous with corresponding page numbers.
Mental, spiritual and physical disease readings from as bill sees it can inspire sharing on discussion topics. Get a better understanding of discussion topics used in meetings for spreading our common solution. The first step of anything is a beginning, so the first step of the alcoholics anonymous 12 steps is the beginning of your recovery process. Some of the most popular books for alcoholics, their friends and families, adult children of alcoholics, teens living with alcoholic parents, partners who have been diagnosed or who consider themselves codependent, as well as christians in recovery. Ive found the material on the aa website as well as at the grapevine. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. Aa step 1 acceptance is the first step to recovery.
Dec 10, 2016 alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, more. Ideas of getting help to quit drinking had surfaced but were fleeting and never grew into anything like. However, the more i get sober, the more guilt i feel for the stupid things i did while drunk. You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. The big book of big secrets the uncensored truth about all. Alcoholics anonymousthe big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. Recovery from the big book of alcoholics anonymous part 2 duration. Admitting alcohol controls your life is step 1 in aa and alanon. In case you didnt know, keeping secrets is threatening to our recovery, and we have.
What is a topic for an aa meeting that goes deeper than. This is the official website of the general service office g. The big book of big secrets the uncensored truth about. Alcoholics anonymous believes that admitting you cant control your alcohol use is a necessary first step on the path to recovery. Im especially interested in topics for beginner meetings. Breaking down step seven of aa alcoholics anonymous. Can anyone point me to a good long list of discussion topics for aa meetings. American medical association categorized alcoholism as a illness in 1956. Breaking down step five of aa alcoholics anonymous we admitted to god, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. Search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. Topics covered include identifying hiding places in the home, on your person and in automobiles, descriptions of the different types of searchers you may encounter, and the intensity of the searches they may conduct, as well as the tools and techniques searchers use. Alcoholics anonymous, now better known as the big book.
So heres the thing, quitting alcohol and drugs is a big change. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. The text got this name because the first edition of the book had rather thick pages, making the book even thicker than its content would suggest.