For them, we hope these pages prove so convincing that no further authentication. Perhaps they created the impression that he is to be wrapped in cotton wool and placed on a pedestal. The preamble singleness of purpose how it works 12 traditions serenity prayer searchable big book first 164 pages. Misery in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. The big book of alcoholics anonymous kindle edition by wilson, bill, smith, dr. The big book doesnt come with an index, so here is one in the form of a bookmark. Spokesmen for many traditional religions have strong emotional views on matters of sexual morality which are founded upon sacred writings from antiquity. This is the official website of the general service office g. Many of those views have been and remain in dispute as the result of new knowledge being revealed about the reality of life. Some may agree with me and some may not, but i believe that seven of the most important words in the big book are the last two words at the bottom of page 3 and the first five words at the top of page 4, where the big book says all alcoholics should constantly have chocolate available.
In the big book, as the text alcoholics anonymous is known, we read the written words of the first 100 men and women of aa as they were put in the way of a spiritual awakening. 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 serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Big book, page 3, line 14 63 whether the family goes on a spiritual basis or not, the alcoholic member has to if he would recover. Previous please join recovery speakers as we celebrate the life and times of aa ca recovery desperado howard p. 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. On page 552 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous their basic text, there is a very helpful suggestion on how to rid yourself of resentments towards a person. How do i cite alcoholics anonymous big book apastyle in text. Pages 1 164 unofficial large print ebook alcoholics anonymous screen 1 of 703.
Today, alcoholics anonymous has millions of members. Find people in alcoholics anonymous history az listings. For the fourteen years i was in and out of recovery i barely cracked the literature. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book. Bible comparison with aa big book alcoholics anonymous 12 step.
One of the many doctors who had the opportunity of reading this book in manuscript form told us that the use of sweets was often helpful, of course depending upon a doctors advice. The original alcoholics anonymous big book manuscript. One of the many doctors who had the opportunity of reading this book in. Apr 12, 2012 aa, being a relationship with god, is also freedom, happiness. Feel free to email any quotes you may have or would like to see added. They know the literature inside and out, quote it frequently and give the page number they are quoting from to underscore their authority. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of god as we understood him. A fascinating thing about the book alcoholics anonymous is how accurate it is at describing our shared experience. Mar 23, 2010 indeed, the big book makes clear to the reader that its main objective is to help you find a higher power which will solve your problem. New stories have been added to the personal histories.
It is describing the change of heart and mind after we have completed the first ten steps. Sorting and rendering passages in the proprietary format of the 164 and more concordance does not in any way imply affiliation with or endorsement by either. But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation. Those who do not recover are people who cannot or will not completely give themselves to this simple program, usually men and women who are constitutionally incapable of being honest with themselves. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. This ebook is not a product of alcoholics anonymous. This page contains notes and handouts for the 12 step big book workshop on aas 12 steps, as presented by dallas b.
Print a copy of the first side print page 1 only, then reinsert it into the paper tray of your printer and print page 2. As we all know, aa grew and developed across the world. How it works from pages 5860 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path. The 147 promises of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Notable quotes from the book alcoholics anonymous, known as the big book in aa. Pankhurst started drinking again after the big book was published and died in 1954. We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. Alcoholics anonymous also known as the big book in recovery circles sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. I hope you try it with all of your heart, doing it by the book. Big book, page 5, line 2 64 he is undoubtedly on the road to recovery.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the big book of alcoholics anonymous. On page 52 of the big book you can find a list of bedevilments. This excerpt of the alcoholics anonymous big book lets you get your hands on pages that could help. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Quotations from the big book quotations came directly from the 3rd edition of the big book of alcoholics anonymous.
Quotes from alcoholics anonymous minnesota recovery page. Their services are indispensable in treating a newcomer and in following his case afterward. The second edition, published in 1955, reached a total of more than 1,150,500 copies. We cannot subscribe to the belief that this life is a vale of tears, though it once was just that for many of us. We are sure god wants us to be happy, joyous, and free. These are aspects of the alcoholics life and personality that are usually in effect before the alcoholic comes into aa and will continue unless the alcoholic actively works the steps each day.
The original 1939 edition is a must have for anyone who has a passion for the history of alcoholics anonymous. Customers who previously had an online account must call the order entry department to obtain access. Anytime i am not experiencing these i am not in gods will for me, because the big book tells me on page 3, we are sure god wants us to be happy, joyous, and free. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. Show him that as alcoholics, the writers of the book understand.
Alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 1 164 boardprep. The big book of alcoholics anonymous audio book sobriety app precise app that includes unofficial tools for recovery from alcoholism and the official big book of aa 2nd edition. Ask him in your morning meditation what you can do each day for the man who is still sick. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. Alcoholics anonymous, and the myriad of other 12step programs, can be invaluable to the recovering alcoholic or addict. Northwest arkansas alcoholics anonymous that aint in. The big book of alcoholics anonymous kindle edition by. In the big book, as the text alcoholics anonymous is known, we read the written words of the first 100 men and women of aa as they were put in the way of a.
Aa, being a relationship with god, is also freedom, happiness. You dont need a twosided printer to print on both sides. Tell him some of the interesting stories you have read. God will constantly disclose more to you and to us. The text of the 1st 164 pages of alcoholics anonymous. The page 552 prayer to end resentments sober catholic. Find all uses of this word in the big book alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve. According to the writer of that big book chapter, they had held a deep resentment towards someone.
We have recovered, and have been given the power to help others. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism generally known as the big book because of the thickness of the paper used in the first edition is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover from alcoholism, primarily written by william g. Whatever has happened to the four absolutes in the a. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Alcoholics anonymous big book large printb16 paperback published june 1st 1991 by alcoholics anonymous world services paperback, 573 pages. Carlin sisters rented top floor of wilsons house at 182 clinton street 19331935 l 105. As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance. With the appearance of the new book a great deal began to happen. 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. He and his family can be a bright spot in such congregations. You think he ought to know the subject better, as everyone should have a clear understanding of the risk he takes if he drinks. God has abundantly supplied this world with fine doctors, psychologists, and practitioners of various kinds.
Fresh audio what a wonderful world december 3, 1932 march 30, 2019 next june 10th, 1935. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. Aug 24, 2014 on page 552 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous their basic text, there is a very helpful suggestion on how to rid yourself of resentments towards a person. The first edition appeared in april 1939, and in the following sixteen years, more than 300,000 copies went into circulation. All references to the topics will be found in the first 164 pages of the book, alcoholics anonymous. So let each family play together or separately, as much as their circumstances warrant. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. The family afterward aa big book chapter 9 aa big book big book of aa alcoholics anonymous doctors opinion how it works aa preamble alcoholism recovery 4th edition 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr. The answers will come, if your own house is in order. Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of jesus christ. 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. I was to know happiness, peace and usefulness, in a way of life that is incredibly more wonderful as time passes. Alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition should be in italics hope this helps.
His is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. The most recent ones are nearest to the top of the page. Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable. He may bring new hope and new courage to many a priest, minister, or rabbi, who gives his all to. Big book, page 3, line 11 62 we, who have recovered from serious drinking, are miracles of mental health. The promises of the aa big book the promises of the aa big book step one 1. But this does not mean that we disregard human health measures. Dec 07, 2014 this big book is the source of the original program of aa, which saw 75% of the people who tried it succeed at longterm recovery.
The big book s food plan the following is an excerpt from the big book, pages 3 4. I feel its important for a recovering alcoholic to encounter the history of aa because they need to know where aa came from and what made and makes alcoholics anonymous tick. For the serious student of the aa big book, what follows are some recommendations from the author of this study guide in the approach to take when utilizing this supplemental material. In the six years i have followed the 12 steps of aa, my level of happiness has increased beyond. 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 serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. We believe and hope it contains all you will need to begin. Decided that the authors royalty for the big book which would ordinarily be mine bill. Alcoholics anonymous, from the title of its own book. What the big book really says by jay westbrook on december 29, 2014 in living in recovery, living with addiction. Mar 29, 2016 by brc recovery in 12 steps 2, addiction, addiction relapse, blog, god ceased fighting anything or anyone and we have ceased fighting anything or anyone even alcohol pg. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
Trouble in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. For the aa founders and for those of us who practice all 12 steps today, we are sure god wants this for all people. Never in my wildest moments had it occurred to me that i might like to be an. Oct 23, 2014 go to enough twelve step meetings and youll encounter them.
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. So, make no mistake about it anytime we are not happy its not gods will but ours. If he does not argue about religion, he will make new friends and is sure to find new avenues of usefulness and pleasure. Acceptance was the answer the physician wasnt hooked, he thoughthe just prescribed drugs medically indicated for his many ailments. Doctors opinion was page 1 in the first edition of the big book xxvxxxii.
Editions of alcoholics anonymous by alcoholics anonymous. If you think he will be shy of a spiritual remedy, ask him to look at the chapter on. A body badly burned by alcohol does not often recover overnight nor do twisted thinking. A vision for you, big book page 164 our book is meant to be suggestive only. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. Quotations from the big book of alcoholics aonoymous.
Read the book alcoholics anonymous from the frontispiece through the end of chapter 11 a vision for you pg 164. The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. Celebrating 84 years of continuous alcoholics anonymous. Tell him you have been worried, though perhaps needlessly.