When possible, avoid meeting a man through his family. Experience the big book is a guided, detailed study of the aa big book and 12 steps, by dr. The description says 2nd edition big book, not the same 164 pages and the same forewords that are in the 3rd and 4th editions. It originated the twelvestep program now used widely among addictions outside alcohol. I wanted a 2nd edition aa big book to read the different stories in the back. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. We are not fighting it, neither are we avoiding temptation. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Prayers from the big book of alcoholics anonymous i earnestly advise every alcoholic to read this book through, and though perhaps he came to scoff, he may remain to pray. 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. 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. Alcoholics anonymous than we are using it constantly.
This ebook is not a product of alcoholics anonymous. God will constantly disclose more to you and to us. You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. In many bbss meetings, only members who have worked the 12 steps according to this structure are permitted to share. More than most people, the alcoholic leads a double life. Outlining the steps and traditions that make aa famous, as well as numerous stories about recovering addicts who have been through the process, the big book has helped guide millions into a life of sobriety.
This is the second edition of the book alcoholics anonymous, which made its first appearance in april 1939. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. 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. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading big book study guides for aa. Notwithstanding the great necessity for discussing ourselves. Prayers alcoholics anonymous sarnialambton district 14. We shall bring to task our combined experience and knowledge. Relying on outstanding research and thoroughness, schaberg shapes a coherent story out of a vast trove of archival material. It says in the big book on page 19, we have concluded to publish an anonymous volume setting forth the problem as we see it. The big book step study bbss format, based upon an aa meeting format originated in hyannis, mass. The 4th edition 2001 is also freely available online. It was one of the first to suggest that alcoholism was an illness, not a character defect.
The big book is alcoholics anonymouss primary text. Be fore we begin, we ask god to direct our thinking, especially asking that it be divorced from selfpity, dishonest or selfseeking motives. On awakening page 86 and 87 alcoholics anonymous youtube. The big book of alcoholics anonymous verywell mind. Ask him in your morning meditation what you can do each day for the man who is still sick. The first section of the big book of alcoholics anonymous has not changed or been revised in any of the four editions.
It works, if we have the proper attitude and work at it. It would be easy to be vague about this sees it, pg. A vision for you, big book page 164 our book is meant to be suggestive only. The second part of the book has changed slightly with the printing of each new edition. Good news for those with a little red book or other guideindex to the big book. Aa morning meditation big book pages 86,87 and 88 explained. Sep 30, 2008 alcoholics anonymous big book original edition aa services on. The big book serves as the foundation for the alcoholics anonymous 12step program. Jan 29, 2020 big book alcoholics anonymous page 86, paragraph 2. Self in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12 traditions. Because this book has become the basic text for our society and has helped such large numbers of alcoholic men and women to recovery, there exists strong. This should suggest a useful program for anyone concerned with a drinking problem. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. The primary purpose of this site is to carry the message contained within the big book of alcoholics anonymous.
The purpose of the big book as it says in the forward of the book, we, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Because this book has become the basic text for our society and has helped such large numbers of alcoholic men and women to recovery, there exists a sentiment. Page 552, 4th edition someone was having a problem with resentment in the meeting this morning in stepchat, and i told them to read this as i. The basic text for alcoholics anonymous home about aa newcomers the big book the big book you will be redirected to the us aa site. But urge them not to be overanxious, for that might spoil matters. Taking this book down from our shelf we turn to the page which contains the. May 30, 2018 aa reading from page 86 and 87 about morning prayer, meditation and daily guidance. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Marty mann 19041980 wrote the chapter women suffer too in the second through fourth editions of the big book. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. If you have a drinking problem, we hope that you may pause in reading.
We have been trying to get a new attitude, a new relationship with our creator, and to discover the obstacles in our path. Monday, february, 2012 aa s evening meditation pages 86,87 and 88 explained step 11. Aa big book ch3 more about alcoholism 4th edition duration. The answers will come, if your own house is in order. 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. Monday, march 26, 2012 aa morning meditation big book pages 86,87 and 88 explained. The second part changes because it is the part that. The book is published by alcoholics anonymous world services and is available through aa offices and meetings, as well as through booksellers. Big book study guides for aa kindle edition by wilson, bill, reflections revisions, daily, step productions, twelve. Aa big book myths tidbits and trivia 800 recovery hub blog. Its all about starting my day out trusting god, receiving that peace from trusting god. The wording is a little dated, but it is the instruction set for the most widespread selfhelp program in the world. We will see that our new attitude toward liquor has been given us without any thought or effort on our part.
A vision for you, big book page 164 alcoholics anonymous. Morning prayer god direct my thinking today so that it be divorced of self pity. All sections of this country and many of its occupations are represented. Writing the big book is an invaluable contribution to alcoholics anonymous and its membership. We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism, by its ardent readers. We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. Aa reading from page 86 and 87 about morning prayer, meditation and daily guidance. Yet, we believe we can make some definite and valuable suggestions.
Help finding meetings abroad the musts in the big book. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Aas evening meditation pages 86,87 and 88 explained step 11. 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. He is a powerful example of what it is like to be in recovery.
Created to carry the message of recovery to all addicts. Pity in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12 traditions. On awakening let us think about the twentyfour hours ahead. Jul 17, 2019 consequently, it follows that some would regard the big book with a measure of reverence. Usually the family should not try to tell your story. 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 false gospel of alcoholics anonymous new york ideas 2015 duration. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. Northwest arkansas alcoholics anonymous that aint in the book. More than 300,000 copies of the first edition are now in circulation. 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. The first section contains 164 pages that are the textbook for a recovering alcoholic. That feeling of uselessness and selfpity will disappear.
I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. Read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. The big book study movement is outside of the structure of alcoholics anonymous in ireland. Approach through a doctor or an institution is a better bet. When we decide who is to hear our story, we waste no time. But we must not use this as a mere excuse to postpone. Steps 10, 11, and 12 the big book comes alive duration. Big book acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Hardcover, audio cd big book of aa all 12 steps understand and complete one step at a time in recovery with alcoholics anonymous. Before discussing the aa big book page 86 lets learn about what the book is and why we should read it the big book or aa big book aa.
For those unfamiliar with the big book, its the instruction set for the aa program. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Frequently asked questions about aa translation project. We will comprehend the word serenity and we will know peace. Notwithstanding the great necessity for discussing ourselves with. Mike presents a big book study podcast and thoughts on recovery. Alcoholics anonymous discussion blog by an alcoholic for.
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 story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism given the title the big book or aa the big book, out of affection, by its readers has been one of the most influential pieces of literature that have helped countless souls to get out of the vicious cycle of drug addiction. Monday, february, 2012 aas evening meditation pages 86,87 and 88 explained step 11. Consequently, it follows that some would regard the big book with a measure of reverence. According to the book on page 417, it is clearly mentioned the fundamental step towards emancipation is acceptance, coming into terms with reality, realizing the ground truth that one is indeed addicted. Big book alcoholics anonymous page 86, paragraph 2. Prayers from the big book of alcoholics anonymous big. Big book study guides for aa kindle edition by wilson. On page 417 of the aa big book, one of the secrets to relinquish alcoholism with success is mentioned.
We have a written inventory and we are pre pared for a long talk. No matter how far down the scale we have gone, we will see how our experience can benefit others. Its all about starting my day out trusting god, receiving. From pages 8384 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous if we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are halfway through. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. The big book of alcoholics anonymous, also referred to as alcoholics anonymous. Prayers from the big book of alcoholics anonymous big book. Taking this book down from our shelf we turn to the page which contains the twelve steps.