How alanon works by alanon family groups nook book. Books alanon online shop for conference approved literature. Al anon s world service office can be very helpful in connecting you to other al anon members who are experienced in how al anon groups function, our literature,etc. Alcoholics anonymous books abookman, a book man, book. My life is full today and full of wonderful people. Aca fellowship text steps and traditions book are available for purchase at our shopping site. I believe that having a sponsor, who has a sponsor, and working not only the steps but also the traditions with my sponsor is. The only danger is that you can be tempted to helpfully point out passages to the alcoholic. Go to the al anon family group headquarterss web site, welcome to al anon family groups. Al anon alateen service manual version 2 p2427 c category. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions.
Billye j is a member of al anon and is speaking on the topic of steps 8, 9 and 10 at the brazos riverside conference held in tx in 2010. Hello to all members and future members of our ppgalanon. Our group has elected to use the big book of alcoholics anonymous. In al anon, the al anon focus on self and works their own program. All of the books published by alanon family groups could use a little updating but like the inperson.
They are affected by what the addict does and how they handle the situations. Burgundy shown, 9 colors available fits newer courage to change ctc01 w serenity prayer fits al anon. Sixteen hours and 19 minutes long, narrated by anonymous al anon members whose willingness to participate in this service project made the audio book possible. Ppg alanon the spiritual principles of alanon big book study. Anon family groups published more than 100 books and pamphlets that share al anon s single purpose. Leather look book cover for alanon courage to change and living today in alateen with serenity prayer silk screened on the cover. To buy any of the books displayed below, contact your nearest area office to request a catalogue and price. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. We hope to help you find a meeting in the birmingham al area. The aca fellowship text commonly referred to as the big red book or brb is a meeting book, steps book, traditions book, workbook, and group guide. Alcoholics anonymous big book, aa twelve steps and twelve traditions and narcotics anonymous basic text and how it works and why, al anon courage to change. Here is a list of great books for adult children of alcoholics that helped me the most.
Tips for disposition of alanon materials upon death of an alanon member. An interpretation of the twelve steps of the alcoholics anonymous program. Usually, youll note that the text of the ebook will be in moderate size. The al anon big book is a great tool for your own recovery.
Get youtube premium get youtube tv best of youtube music sports gaming. Addiction recovery and al anon selfhelp book by karen casey sep 1, 2019. One day at a time in alanon ii b16 alateenhope for children of alcoholics b3 hope for today b27 many voices, one journey b31 one day at a time in alanon b6. Interestingly enough, i am working my tradition four in al anon s steps, traditions and concepts book called, paths to recovery. Anon members share their insights and experiences with each other. Aa books, aa literature, and aa pamphlets are just a few of the many items available for aa groups. I heard about it from my sponsor, it was not listed anywhere online as a meeting and it was made clear at the start of the session that. Acoa meetings at eccfh adult children of alcoholics phone. Both aa and al anon do suggest strongly that you work consistently on the twelve suggested steps, and i have had to do that. If you can resist that temptation, its extremely helpful and informative. From a very grateful recovered big book al anon member, karen.
The aca fellowship text was anonymously written by aca members and provides guidance on working the 12 step aca program leading to recovery from the effects of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise. This care includes attending meetings, reading al anon literature, calling my sponsor, and engaging in service. Alanon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. It is a method to exchange information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal level. Family members have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of others who have faced similar problems. The material presented here is not al anon conference approved literature. Al anon s primary book discusses our mutualassist program of restoration, together with private tales. Please do not write with questions about meetings click here for meeting info. I recently attended a gathering of al anon members who study the big book. Many of the book covers found here at recoveryworld are made in the usa and will proudly display so in the product description. The aca fellowship text was anonymously written by aca members and provides guidance on working the 12 step aca program leading to recovery from the effects of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional family.
The little red book is a non conference approved study guide to the big book which was also called the big red book because of its red and yellow cover when it was first published. I think its worth reading the aa big book just for the information and insight it gives into alcoholism and recovery. Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alanon family group alanon family group the big book. Contains al anon and alateen groups at work, digest of al anon and alateen policies, world service handbook, and descriptive text explaining al anon s twelve concepts of. Interview with an alanon member about her experiences dealing with family members alcoholism. The little big red book limited to 4,730 individually numbered copies the same number printed of the first editionfirst printing big book affectionately known as big red. Anon s basic book reflects the shared wisdom of al.
Best books for adult children of alcoholics acoas jody lamb. Alanon online shop for conference approved literature alanon provide support. The first 164 pages of the big book with lined blank pages opposite each page of. While al anon and aca are twelve step programs, they are somewhat different in focus and approach. 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. Alanon alateen cavalier club west alano minneapolis. These things dont work for everybody but as a recent study showed, they are very effective. Alateen is part of the al anon fellowship designed for the younger relatives and friends of alcoholics through the teen years. During covid19 outbreak we are replacing our regular meetings with zoom meetings. Anon family groups published more than 100 books and. Stay connected by registering your group or changing information. Audio edition of al anon s basic book discusses our mutualhelp program of recovery, including personal stories. Many people think the addict is the only one who needs a recovery program but that isnt true. Aa speakers amazing big book step study part 1 of 5 by odomtology 12step recovery media.
Anon adult children tell their storieswith pathos, humor, courage, and honesty, renewing hope for all of us. Electronic literature public outreach electronic edition of al anon s basic book discusses our mutualhelp program of recovery, including personal stories. Conference approved literature cal alanon family groups. I have been sober for close to 36 years and in al anon recovery for 34 years. The characteristics and common traits of people who grew. So, boost the size of the text of the ebook while reading it on the display. Now, as long as i practice patience, recovery is a manageable and adventurous process instead of an arduously sought end point. District 6 7, area 1 alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other. Popular al anon books meet your next favorite book. The little red book alcoholics anonymous wikipedia. Al anon primarily focuses on familial alcoholism and how to live detached and serenely with a drinking alcoholic or to live a better life with an alcoholic, who has found recovery. See all of the alcoholics anonymous book lots now available on one page. A beginning approach to the twelve concepts of service is included. We have found that the study and practice of the 12 steps through the big book of alcoholics anonymous has provided us with a better, saner life.