About the Big Book
Alcoholics Anonymous, also known as the “Big Book,” presents the A.A. program for recovery from alcoholism. First published in 1939, its purpose was to show other alcoholics how the first 100 people of A.A. got sober. Now translated into over 70 languages, it is still considered A.A.’s basic text.
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Intro
01. Title Page - (pp. iii)
02. Copyright Information - (pp. ii)
03. Contents (pp. v-x)
04. Preface - (pp. xi-xii)
05. Foreword to First Edition - (pp. xiii-xiv)
06. Foreword to Second Edition - (pp. xv-xxi)
07. Foreword to Third Edition - (pp. xxii)
08. Foreword to Fourth Edition - (pp. xxiii-xxiv)
09. The Doctor's Opinion - (pp. xxv-xxxii)
Chapters
01. Bill's Story - (pp. 1-16)
02. There is a Solution - (pp. 17-29)
03. More About Alcoholism - (pp. 30-43)
04. We Agnostics - (pp. 44-57)
05. How It Works - (pp. 58-71)
06. Into Action - (pp. 72-88)
07. Working With Others - (pp. 89-103)
08. To Wives - (pp. 104-121)
09. The Family Afterward - (pp. 122-135)
10. To Employers - (pp. 136-150)
11. A Vision For You - (pp. 151-164)
Personal Stories
01. How Forty-Two Alcoholics Recovered From Their Malady - (pp. 165-166)
02. PART I - Pioneers of A.A. - (pp. 169-276)
03. PART II - They Stopped in Time - (pp. 277-431)
04. PART III - They Lost Nearly All - (pp. 435-559)
Appendices
i. The A.A. Tradition - (pp. 561-566)
ii. Spiritual Experience - (pp. 567-568)
iii. The Medical View On A.A. - (pp. 569-570)
iv. The Lasker Award - (pp. 571)
v. The Religious View on A.A. - (pp. 572)
vi. How to Get in Touch With A.A. - (pp. 573)
vii. Twelve Concepts (Short Form) - (pp. 574-575)
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A.A. Big Book in ASL
ASL Big Book - Preface
The Preface from the Fourth edition, of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
A brief overview of the four editions of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. How the content outlining A.A.’s program of recovery has been retained, while some of the stories have been changed over time to reflect the current membership.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to First Edition
The Foreword to the First edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
The original 1939 foreword. Introduces the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous, then a group of 100 members who had “recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body.” States the book’s purpose: “to show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered.” Stresses the importance of anonymity.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to Second Edition
The Foreword to the Second edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A.in American Sign Language (ASL).
Written in 1955. A brief history of Alcoholics Anonymous from 1939-55, including its growth in membership as well as its spread across the U.S., Canada and beyond. Introduces the Twelve Traditions for the first time. Gratitude for "friends of A.A."
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to Third Edition
The Foreword to the Third edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Written in 1976. Notes that A.A.membership was estimated at over one million in 90 countries, with participation of women and young people on the rise.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to Fourth Edition
The Foreword to the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. inAmerican Sign Language (ASL).
Written in 2001, at the “start of a new millennium.” Notes that A.A.membership wasover two million, with increasing diversity and global reach, thanks in large part to translations (Big Book in 44 language at the time) and technology (online meetings).
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - The Doctor's Opinion
The Doctor's Opinion, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Dr. William D. Silkworth, who treated Bill W. and other alcoholics, reported on the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous, then in its infancy, describing the physical "allergy" and the "phenomenon of craving" characteristic of alcoholism, as well as the "psychic change" necessary for recovery.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 1 - Bill's Story
Chapter 1 - Bill's Story, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Co-founder Bill W. recounts his descent from successful stockbroker to hopeless alcoholic—and explains how a visit from an old friend inspired his recovery and planted the seeds of Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 2 - There Is a Solution
Chapter 2 - There is a Solution, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Introduces the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous as a diverse group of alcoholics who have “lost the power of choice in drink” and whose common solution to their problem with alcoholinvolves a profound “spiritual experience.”
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 3 - More About Alcoholism
Chapter 3 - More About Alcoholism, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Illustrates the self-delusion of the active alcoholic through the stories of three men who continue to drink despite dire consequences, inevitably reaching a state of “pitiful and incomprehensible demoralization.”
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 4 - We Agnostics
Chapter 4 - We Agnostics, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Highlights a pathway to recovery for alcoholics who are atheist and agnostic while addressing the resistance some alcoholics may feel toward spirituality.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 5 - How It Works
Chapter 5 - How It Works, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Presents the Twelve Steps — A.A.’s program of recovery — and provides direction on taking Steps One through Four.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 6 - Into Action
See AlsoBlackwing x Independent Bookstore Day 2023 Retailer Locator - BlackwingKing of Gods - Chapter 417: Bait Killing a True Lord Rank - Web Novel FullKar98K Upon Touchdown! – Chapter 417Monarch of Time - Chapter 417: The Holy sect's token - Web Novel FullChapter 6 - Into Action, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Taking Steps Five through Eleven can help maintain not only physical sobriety but also personal transformation. This chapter describes how these Steps can lead to "a new freedom and a new happiness."
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 7 - Working with Others
Chapter 7 - Working with Others, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
The transmission of A.A.’s message of hope from one alcoholic to another is the core of A.A.’s recovery program. As discussed in this chapter, the Twelfth Step encapsulates how this can happen.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 8 - To Wives
Chapter 8 - To Wives, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
An alcoholic marriage can be fraught with distrust, frustration, loneliness and fear. This chapter, focused on the wives of alcoholics, explores some solutions.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 9 - The Family Afterward
Chapter 9 - The Family Afterward, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Alcoholism affects not just the alcoholic but the entire family. This chapter offers hope and counsel to family members when the alcoholic is beginning to recover through Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 10 - To Employers
Chapter 10 - To Employers, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Alcoholic employees can be disruptive to an organization. This chapter, directed to employers, outlines how problem drinkers in the workplace can be approached withA.A.’s message of hope and recovery.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 11 - A Vision For You
Chapter 11 - A Vision For You, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
This chapter recounts the birth of Alcoholics Anonymous: how the early members’ lives were transformed through the solution offered by A.A.’s program of recovery– a solution available to anyone who wants it.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Doctor Bob's Nightmare
Dr. Bob's Nightmare, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
A.A. co-founder Dr. Bob chronicles his many years as an active alcoholic and how meeting Bill W. enabled him to stop drinking.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix I – The A.A. Tradition
Appendix I - The A.A. Tradition, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
The Twelve Traditions are a set of principles by which Alcoholics Anonymous functions most effectively.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix II – Spiritual Experience
Appendix II - Spiritual Experience, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Describes how a profound "personality change" lies at the heart of A.A.’s program of recovery.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix III – The Medical View on A.A.
Appendix III - The Medical View on A.A., from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Five physicians endorse the therapeutic effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix IV – The Lasker Award
Appendix IV - The Lasker Award from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Notes the American Public Health Association’s 1951 presentation of an award to Alcoholics Anonymous in recognition of its “highly successful approach” to recovery from alcoholism.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix V – The Religious View on A.A.
Appendix V - The Religious View on A.A., from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Three members of the clergy "giving their blessing" to Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix VI – How to Get in Touch With A.A.
Appendix VI - How to Get in Touch with A.A., from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Practical tips on finding Alcoholics Anonymous both locally and nationally. Includes general information on Al-Anon Family Groups.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org."
Big Book ASL - Appendix VII – Twelve Concepts (Short Form)
Appendix VII - Twelve Concepts, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Written by Bill W., the Twelve Concepts for World Servicehelp to ensure thatA.A.’s service structure remains responsive and responsible to those it serves.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
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Intro
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The Big Book: Title Page
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The Big Book: Copyright Information
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The Big Book: Preface
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The Big Book: Foreword to First Edition
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The Big Book: Foreword to Second Edition
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The Big Book: Foreword to Third Edition
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The Big Book: Foreword to Fourth Edition
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The Big Book: The Doctor's Opinion
Chapters
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The Big Book: Chapter 1 — Bill's Story
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The Big Book: Chapter 2 — There Is a Solution
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The Big Book: Chapter 3 — More About Alcoholism
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The Big Book: Chapter 4 - We Agnostics
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The Big Book: Chapter 5 — How It Works
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The Big Book: Chapter 6 — Into Action
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The Big Book: Chapter 7 — Working with Others
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The Big Book: Chapter 8 — To Wives
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The Big Book: Chapter 9 — The Family Afterward
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The Big Book: Chapter 10 — To Employers
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The Big Book: Chapter 11 — A Vision for You
Personal Stories - Part I
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PERSONAL STORIES
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Part I — Pioneers of A.A.
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Doctor Bob's Nightmare
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(1) Alcoholics Anonymous Number Three
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(2) Gratitude in Action
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(3) Women Suffer Too
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(4) Our Southern Friend
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(5) The Vicious Cycle
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(6) Jim's Story
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(7) The Man Who Mastered Fear
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(8) He Sold Himself Short
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(9) The Keys of the Kingdom
Personal Stories - Part II
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Part II — They Stopped In Time
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(1) The Missing Link
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(2) Fear of Fear
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(3) The Housewife Who Drank at Home
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(4) Physician, Heal Thyself
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(5) My Chance to Live
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(6) Student Of Life
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(7) Crossing the River of Denial
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(8) Because I'm an Alcoholic
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(9) It Might Have Been Worse
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(10) Tightrope
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(11) Flooded With Feeling
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(12) Winner Takes All
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(13) Me an Alcoholic?
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(14) The Perpetual Quest
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(15) A Drunk, Like You
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(16) Acceptance Was the Answer
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(17) Window of Opportunity
Personal Stories - Part III
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(1) My Bottle, My Resentments, and Me
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(2) He Lived Only to Drink
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(3) Safe Haven
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(4) Listening to the Wind
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(5) Twice Gifted
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(6) Building a New Life
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(7) On the Move
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(8) A Vision of Recovery
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(9) Gutter Bravado
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(10) Empty on the Inside
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(11) Grounded
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(12) Another Chance
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(13) A Late Start
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(14) Freedom From Bondage
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(15) A.A. Taught Him to Handle Sobriety
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APPENDICES
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The Big Book: I - The A.A. Tradition
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The Big Book: II - Spiritual Experience
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The Big Book: III - The Medical View on A.A.
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The Big Book: VI - How To Get in Touch With A.A.
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The Big Book: VII - Twelve Concepts (Short Form)
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A.A. Literature
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The Big Book: APENDICES
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FAQs
The Big Book | Alcoholics Anonymous? ›
We routinely read the Acceptance passage from page 417 of the personal story section of the Big Book at my home group meeting: “And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. As being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Nothing, absolutely nothing happens in God's world by mistake.
What does acceptance is the answer in Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›We routinely read the Acceptance passage from page 417 of the personal story section of the Big Book at my home group meeting: “And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. As being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Nothing, absolutely nothing happens in God's world by mistake.
What is the answer to the acceptance page 449? ›Until I could accept my alcoholism, I could not stay sober; unless I accept life completely on life's terms, I cannot be happy. 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 in my attitudes.” That's the answer.
What word is used the most in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›That one word, “Power” is mentioned 77 times in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, most often referring to the force, or entity of which most call the God concept.
Who was the alcoholic anonymous number three in the Big Book? ›Bill Dotson, the "Man on the Bed," was AA number 3. At his death, he had not had a drink in more than nineteen years. His date of sobriety was the date he entered Akron's City Hospital for his last detox, June 26, 1935. Two days later occurred that fateful day when two sober alcoholics visited him: Dr.
What is the acceptance prayer in Alcoholics Anonymous? ›God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, The courage to change the things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference. Our Fellowship's Serenity Prayer can be recited either in the first (I, me) or third (us, we) person.
What is acceptance page 417 in Alcoholics Anonymous? ›Page 417 – 418
Until I could accept my alcoholism, I could not stay sober; unless I accept life completely on life's terms, I cannot be happy. 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.
In the book, Alcoholics Anonymous, page 449, there is a “prayer” in the middle of the page, first new paragraph. It reads: “… And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today.
Where in Big Book acceptance was the answer? ›Big Book - 2.29 (16) Acceptance Was the Answer | Alcoholics Anonymous.
What page is the acceptance paragraph in the big book? ›Big Book Page 417 | Acceptance in the Big Book | Alcoholics Anonymous.
What are the four absolutes of AA? ›
- Honesty.
- Unselfishness.
- Purity.
- Love.
Page 88. running the show, humbly saying to ourselves many times each day "Thy will be done." We are then in much less danger of excitement, fear, anger, worry, self-pity, or foolish decisions. We become much more efficient.
What is step 4 in big book Alcoholics Anonymous? ›“Step 4 is called the Inventory Step. This simply means taking an honest look at all of your good and bad character traits. Peeling back the curtain and exposing IT ALL. When you take inventory, you take notes or write down ALL that you have on hand.
Was AA. Gill an alcoholic? ›Gill was a recovering alcoholic who stopped drinking at the age of 29. On 1 April 1984, he shared two bottles of vintage champagne with his father on the train to Wiltshire and checked into the Clouds House addiction treatment centre in East Knoyle.
What is the resentment prayer in the Big Book? ›The 4th Step Resentment Prayer of AA, page 552 of the Big Book reads as follows: “God, Please help me to be free of anger and to see that the world and its people have dominated me. Show me that the wrong-doing of others, fancied or real, has the power to actually kill me.
What does experience strength and hope mean? ›What “Experience, Strength and Hope” really means in a recovery setting can be broken down into a three-part message. The person who is speaking on this topic will typically give their experience in recovery, and then they will share what gives them strength in their recovery, followed by sharing some hope in recovery.
What is the 6 step prayer of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›Sixth Step Prayer
Dear God, I am ready for Your help In removing from me the defects of character Which I now realize are an obstacle to my recovery. Help me to continue being honest with myself and Guide me toward spiritual and mental health.
Father, Your Word tells us that we should live soberly, righteously and godly in this present age. God, I therefore come to You on behalf of those who are suffering due to alcohol abuse. We ask that they break free from their addiction and come to know and experience Your Love, in Jesus' Name. Amen.
What is a short prayer for sobriety? ›God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.
What is page 80 of the big book Alcoholics Anonymous? ›Page 80. Before taking drastic action which might implicate other people we secure their consent. If we have obtained permission, have consulted with others, asked God to help and the drastic step is indicated we must not shrink.
What is page 111 of AA Big Book? ›
Page 111. The first principle of success is that you should never be angry. Even though your husband becomes unbearable and you have to leave him temporarily, you should, if you can, go without rancor. Patience and good temper are most necessary.
What is page 76 of the AA Big Book? ›76 “If we still cling to something we will not let go, we ask God to help us be willing.” Pg. 76 “My Creator, I am now willing that You should have all of me, good and bad. I pray that You now remove from me every single defect of character which stands in the way of my usefulness to you and my fellows.
What is the acceptance prayer from the Big Book? ›Acceptance is the key to my relationship with God today. I never just sit and do nothing while waiting for Him to tell me what to do. Rather, I do whatever is in front of me to be done, and I leave the results up to Him; however it turns out, that's God's will for me.
What is page 60 to 63 in the Big Book of AA? ›In the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous on pages 60 to 63 it describes an alcoholics'/addicts' life as unmanageable — that an ego-centric life is hardly a success. The diagram below illustrates the direction of my life based on my decision to choose my will versus God's will.
What are the promises Alcoholics Anonymous page 83? ›We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. We will comprehend the word serenity and we will know peace. No matter how far down the scale we have gone, we will see how our experience can benefit others.
What is the difference between accepting and admitting? ›Accepted and admitted mean different things. To admit is to consider the facts and decide. To accept denotes an intention of surrender.
Who wrote acceptance is the answer AA? ›Dr. Paul O got sober in July of 1967 he authored the big book story - Dr Alcoholic Addict (re-titled Acceptance Was the Answer in the 4th edition). Dr Paul is telling his story at the Monterey Bay Roundup held in Monterey California in 1997.
What is the Big Book questions and answers? ›The Big Book of Questions and Answers is a family guide to the Christian Faith. It contains a wealth of activities, prayers, and Bible references. This interactive resources material will bring families closer together as they learn about the Christian faith.
What does acceptance is the answer mean? ›Acceptance is the first step in finding the answer. Acceptance means acknowledging the truth—that a problem exists. Acceptance of a problem should ignite a fire that demands action.
What page is the serenity prayer on in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›67 – The Spiritual Axiom and Serenity Prayer in the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous – Pages 87-88 – Step 10-11 -Part 1.
What page is acceptance on in the 3rd edition of the Big Book? ›
Acceptance was an idea in a personal story introduced in the 3rd edition and stories are not included here. It was not part of the original book. See page 449 in the 3rd edition or page 417 in the 4th edition.
What are the 3 pillars to recovery in AA? ›A major tenet of a successful drug addiction treatment program is to overcome the stigma of substance use disorder with empathy, knowledge, and understanding. These align well with the three pillars: Therapy, Support, and Education.
What are the 4 absolutes of recovery? ›What are the four absolutes? The “Four Absolutes” of Alcoholics Anonymous were considered “yardsticks” in the earliest days of the recovery program —standards for determining appropriate behavior as measured through God's eyes. The Four Absolutes are Honesty, Purity, Unselfishness, and Love.
What are the 7 spiritual principles of AA? ›The 12 spiritual principles of recovery are as follows: acceptance, hope, faith, courage, honesty, patience, humility, willingness, brotherly-love, integrity, self-discipline, and service.
What is the main purpose of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›Alcoholics Anonymous, also known as the “Big Book,” presents the A.A. program for recovery from alcoholism. First published in 1939, its purpose was to show other alcoholics how the first 100 people of A.A. got sober.
What is the main object of this book Alcoholics Anonymous? ›Its main object is to enable you to find a Power greater than yourself which will solve your problem.
What are the musts in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›People have said we must not go where liquor is served; we must not have it in our homes; we must shun friends who drink; we must avoid moving pictures which show drinking scenes; we must not go into bars; our friends must hide their bottles if we go to their houses; we mustn't think or be reminded about alcohol at all ...
What is Step 6 and 7 in Alcoholics Anonymous? ›To remove our shortcomings or defects of character, we're instructed to use Step 6 and Step 7: AA's Step 6: Were entirely ready to have God remove all our defects of character. AA's Step 7: Humbly asked God to remove our shortcomings.
What is the 4th 5th step in Alcoholics Anonymous? ›Step 4: Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Step 5: Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. Step 6: Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character. Step 7: Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.
What is step 10 in the 12 and 12 of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it. 11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.
What is the answer to acceptance in big book stories? ›
“Acceptance is the answer to all 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.
Where is acceptance is the answer in the big book? ›Big Book - 2.29 (16) Acceptance Was the Answer | Alcoholics Anonymous.
Who wrote acceptance was the answer in AA Big book? ›Dr. Paul is the author of the Big Book story “Doctor, Alcoholic, Addict,” [Now “Acceptance Was the Answer”] which contains that famous passage on acceptance on page 449 [Now 417].