That said, im an alanon sponsored out of the big book. Though we may never be perfect, continued spiritual progress will reveal to us our enormous potential. Upper room communications is western canadas premiere conference recording company. The alanon promises if we willing surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. Al anon promises keyword found websites listing keyword. The alanon gifts promises from survival to recovery p269 if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps and. The al anon promises if we willing surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. Click on popout icon or print icon to worksheet to print or download. One of many pieces of literature written by al anon directly for the family and friends of alcoholics and considered essential by many to focus attention on personal growth but specifically targeting those who have grown up. Buddy t is an anonymous writer and founding member of the online alanon outreach committee with decades of experience writing about alcoholism. Al anon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. Home more about al anon readings suggested preamble to the 12 steps suggested preamble to the 12 steps the al anon family groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. To access the service manual, enter the members area, then click on publications, then click on service manual.
We share our experience, strength, and hope as we use the principles of the alanon program in our lives. The alanonalateen service manual for 2010 20 can be accessed and downloaded in pdf form from the alanonalateen member section of the alanon web site please see the information above to access the members area. Alanon family groups of district 20fort collins, co. Alanon alateen literature canada books pamphlets workbooks. Alateen meetings are held in the same building as an alanon and aa group,but in a separate room. Alanons promises it is possible for us to find contentment, and even happiness, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not. We talk openly and honestly about the problems and challenges as we face alcoholism and addiction in. Topics range from communication to sponsoring to how the traditions work at home, plus many, many more. From as early as 1977, the literature committee turned down suggestions to adopt material from a. Joan r of ogalla, ne at spring classic norfolk, ne april 17, 2004 topics gradual enlightenment the twelve promises of alanon really good alanon talk. In alanon, i began to realize that my father has suffered from being a dry drunk for more than thirty years.
I have been sober for close to 36 years and in alanon recovery for 34 years. Alanon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. The alanon declaration let it begin with me when anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help let the hand of alanon and alateen always be there, and let it. Our problems lose their power to dominate our thoughts and our lives. By sharing common experiences and applying the alanon principles, families and friends of alcoholics can bring. The alanon promises if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps and work the program, our lives will be transformed. Members work the program by being willing to attend meetings on a regular basis, reading al anon alateen literature, getting a sponsor, working toward applying the 12 steps of recovery to their lives and by becoming involved in al anon.
My mother had a few stiff drinks every night before dinner. Al anon members share their experience, strength and hope with each other at meetings, through literature, and one on one. Also, be sure to check out our 12 steps speakers app for aa, na, ca, oa and al anon. Worksheets are the aa promises, al anon promises 050109, alateen is for you, a twelve step workbook, first step work, aas 12 steps including powerful, twelve steps and twelve traditions, fifth step work. Includes meeting format, as well as ideas and information to encourage group. Jan 23, 2009 the al anon promises from survival to recovery p269 if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. Jump start your program with alanon speaker tape cd sets or mp3 downloads that will give you the experience, strength and hope you need. Please feel free to add a rating or comment, and be sure to check out the rest or our alanon speaker tapes. Members work their program by being willing to attend meetings on a regular basis, reading al anon alateen literature, getting a sponsor, working toward applying the 12 steps of recovery to their.
Our traditions state that we practice the 12 steps of aa ourselves, and i know of no better place to find the directions to do the 12 steps of aa other than the big big and the aa 12 and 12. Joan r of ogalla, ne alanon talk on 12 promises at a 2004. My life is full today and full of wonderful people. Joan r of ogalla, ne at spring classic norfolk, ne april 17, 2004 topics gradual enlightenment. Do you make promises about behavior, such as, ill get better school marks, go to church or keep my room clean in exchange for a promise that the fighting and.
Based on the true story of the enduring but troubled love between lois wilson, cofounder of alanon, and her alcoholic husband bill wilson, cofounder of alcoholics anonymous. One of many pieces of literature written by alanon directly for the family and friends of alcoholics and considered essential by many to focus attention on personal growth but specifically targeting those who have grown up. The wso was asked at the 2006 wsc to send a copy of questions it receives from. The alanon promises from survival to recovery p269 if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. Based on the true story of the enduring but troubled love between lois wilson, cofounder of al anon, and her alcoholic husband bill wilson, cofounder of alcoholics anonymous. Downloadable resources north florida, district 12 afg. Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone elses drinking. I am writing to you because i feel that the rewriting of already. In al anon, i began to realize that my father has suffered from being a dry drunk for more than thirty years. Alanon does not list anything in our literature as the promises or the gifts because the world service conference, alanons largest representative group conscience, has not designated anything as such. Every meeting has at least two certified active, adult members of alanon who serve as sponsors for the group, guiding and sharing knowledge of the twelve steps and twelve traditions. Sobriety quotes al anon new freedom photo sculpture im a survivor self healing work inspiration sober regrets.
Alanons monthly magazine features timely sharings from alanon and alateen members, suggested meeting topics, and the latest information on worldwide alanon recovery. Our table gifts photo sculptures are perfect for your office, your home or mantelpiece. Experience and insight you wont find anywhere else. Moving from a state of confusion to a state of focused serenity often requires facilitation. It is not suggested that they replace face to face meetings and contact with other alanon members in your community, unless truly nescessary. Folks, this tape has no tags or needs additional descriptive tags please add more tags in the comments section to help me categorize it better. Please feel free to add a rating or comment, and be sure to check out the rest or our al anon speaker tapes. We try to stick to general alanon principles, but perhaps slightly looser than a normal meeting.
These things dont work for everybody but as a recent study showed, they are very effective. Suggested preamble to the 12 steps alanon santa barbara. Members work the program by being willing to attend meetings on a regular basis, reading al anon alateen literature, getting a sponsor, working toward applying the 12 steps of recovery to their lives and by becoming involved in al anon service work as they begin to recover. We will become mature, responsible individuals with a great capacity for joy, fulfillment, and wonder. We try to stick to general al anon principles, but perhaps slightly looser than a normal meeting. Upper room communications alcoholics anonymous, alanon.
That said, im an al anon sponsored out of the big book. The alanon declaration let it begin with me when anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help let the hand of alanon and alateen always be there, and let it begin with me. Members work the program by being willing to attend meetings on a regular basis, reading alanonalateen literature, getting a sponsor, working toward applying the 12 steps of recovery to. We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. Members work the program by being willing to attend meetings on a regular basis, reading alanonalateen literature, getting a sponsor, working toward applying the 12 steps of recovery to their lives and by becoming involved in alanon service work as they begin to recover. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. With winona ryder, barry pepper, john bourgeois, rosemary dunsmore.
It is for younger members who use the alanon program to recover from the effects of someone elses drinking. Mar 24, 2020 sharing experience, strength, and hope. The al anon promises if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. Alanon and alateen family groups hold weekly meetings for the relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope, in order to solve problems associated with the family disease of alcoholism. If you are not comfortable in one meeting, we urge you to try another. We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. Listen to the recovery show finding serenity through 12 step recovery in alanon a podcast episodes free, on demand. 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. Displaying all worksheets related to alanon promises.
The al anon promises from survival to recovery p269 if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. Here are some of the chat groups which are listed with alanon family group headquarters, inc. We want to believe the problem has gone away each time there is a sober period. Reprinted with permission from the pamphlet, understanding ourselves and alcoholism by al. Displaying all worksheets related to alanon 12 steps.
Family members have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of others who have faced similar problems. Step one the promises of al anon the al anon promises from survival to recovery p269 if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. The promises chapter 6, page 8384 of the book, alcoholics anonymous if we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are half way through. Home more about alanon readings suggested preamble to the 12 steps suggested preamble to the 12 steps the alanon family groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. Do you make promises about behavior, such as ill get better grades, or. Finding serenity through 12 step recovery in alanon a podcast episodes free, on demand. The al anon gifts promises from survival to recovery p269 if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps and work the program, our lives will be transformed. Powered by create your own unique website with customizable templates. Teens come together to share experiences to find effective ways to cope with problems. Alanon service center of northern virginia 8569a sudley road manassas, va 20110 703 534help 4357, or tollfree 877 3398350 llamadas en espanol. Free downloads click here for free download in english click here for free download in french fp87 click here for free download in spanish sp87 about alanon s beginnings, and how lois w. Al anon alateen literature canada books pamphlets workbooks.
Buddy t is an anonymous writer and founding member of the online al anon outreach committee with decades of experience writing about alcoholism. Alanon members share their experience, strength and hope with each other at meetings, through literature, and one on one. We believe the disease affects all members of the family, and that changed attitudes can aid. Joan r of ogalla, ne alanon talk on 12 promises at a 2004 alcoholics anonymous conference history of recovery on. Alanon beginners 062159 this group meets every friday night at 8 p. Find table gifts photo statuettes and sculptures at zazzle. Completely rebuilt with great, new features, functionality. Local alanon meeting information for most of the us and canada is available on alanons website. These steps are adapted, nearly verbatim, from the 12 step program of alcoholics anonymous. The alanon promises if we willingly surrender ourselves to the spiritual discipline of the twelve steps, our lives will be transformed. For information regarding alateen wso facebook page, click here to download a. Most meetings start with a reading of al anons 12 step program.
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