big book

I’m Willing

April 19, 2012

“Don’t make any major decisions for the first year.” That Ain’t in the BB now is it? Page 60: (a) That we were alcoholic and could not manage our own lives. (b) That probably no human power could have relieved our alcoholism. (c) That God could and would if He were sought. Being convinced, we [...]

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Dr. Acceptance

April 9, 2012

Dr. Paul O. (Dr. Acceptance) During my visit to Sheridan State Prison this week we discussed “Acceptance”, a topic which – go figure – really seems to resonate with inmates, particularly those that are starting to “get it. Naturally I had to read from Page 417 in the current Big Book, and it got me [...]

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Step 4 promises

February 16, 2012

I never really thought about it, but it was brought to my attention that there are promises in the Big Book in addition to the 9th Step promises! Page 68: “We let Him demonstrate, through us, what He can do. We ask Him to remove our fear and direct our attention to what He would [...]

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A young 65, I might add.

January 10, 2012

Well, although I’ve been quiet for some time, I’ve not been away…just reading and working a solid program. To all of you who are new to our roller coaster ride we call sobriety….hang on tight!!!! It is well worth it. What I like to say at the end of a good meeting is “it’ll work [...]

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