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What is Chapter 11 about in the AA Big Book?
A: Chapter 11 of the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book, titled “A Vision for You,” offers hope and inspiration to individuals seeking recovery from alcohol addiction. It emphasizes the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous and provides a vision for a sober future.
Is living sober AA approved literature?
B-7 Living Sober This practical booklet demonstrates through simple examples how A.A. members throughout the world live and stay away from that first drink one day at a time. Covers topics such as attending events where alcohol is served, relationships in sobriety and much more. General Service Conference-approved.
What is the meaning of sober life?
For some people, being sober may mean not experiencing any measurable effects of drugs or alcohol. To others, it could mean more than just avoiding using recreational or prescription drugs or drinking alcohol, but achieving good mental health.
What is the serenity prayer in the big book?
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.
What happened in chapter 11 of the story of my life?
Helen went from one beautiful natural environment to another, and delighted in the hustle and bustle of her parents’ lives as they entertained friends and fostered a sense of warmth and community at their summer homestead.
What are the two sins in the AA Big book?
there are only two sins; the first is to interfere with the growth of another human being, and the second is to interfere with one’s own growth.
Who wrote Living Sober AA?
Living Sober was written by AA member Barry Leach and first published in 1975 by AA World Services with an update involving slight changes in 2012. Leach is said to have gathered information for the book by asking for input from many AA members who had long-term sobriety.
Is 24 hours a day AA approved literature?
Twenty-Four Hours A Day, written by Richmond Walker (1892-1965), is a book that offers daily thoughts, meditations and prayers to help recovering alcoholics live a clean and sober life. It is often referred to as the little black book. The book is not official (conference approved) Alcoholics Anonymous literature.
Who wrote the AA chapter to wives?
Bill W. was the author of the To Wives chapter. It is commonly thought that his wife Lois wrote it. But, as ‘Pass It On’ describes (page 200), Lois said, “Bill wrote it, and I was mad.” She added, “I wasn’t so much mad as hurt.
What is sober in sleep?
Sober Sleep – Falling Asleep Without Alcohol.
What is a sober thinker?
[ soh-ber-hed-id ] show ipa. adjective. characterized by clear, logical thinking; not fanciful or capricious.
What is sober in Bible?
The biblical writers use this word in various ways: to behave in an orderly manner, to be sober, serious, sane, sound-minded, discreet, self-disciplined, prudent, and moderate.
What page is the 11th step on in the big book?
Eleventh Step Pg. 86 MORNING – Before we begin our day, “we ask God to direct our thinking, especially asking that it be divorced from self-pity, dishonest or self-seeking motives.” Pg. 86 MORNING – In thinking about our day, “We ask God for inspiration, an intuitive thought or decision.”
What are the four horsemen of alcoholism?
Momentarily we did—then would come oblivion and the awful awakening to face the hideous Four Horsemen—Terror, Bewilderment, Frustration, Despair. Unhappy drinkers who read this page will understand!
What does the big book say about loneliness?
The Big Book talks about the point most of us reached where we could not imagine our lives going on drinking or using as we were, nor could we imagine our lives ever being without drugs and alcohol. “Then (we) will know loneliness as few do,” the book says of how we felt when we reached that pivotal point.
What does the big book say about irritable restless and discontent?
There is a section in the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous called the Doctor’s Opinion where Dr. Silkworth describes alcoholics this way: “They are restless, irritable and discontented, unless they can again experience the ease and comfort which comes at once by taking a few drinks.”