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From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Alcoholics anonymous quotes by alcoholics anonymous. The big book of alcoholics anonymous, also referred to as alcoholics anonymous. Perhaps one of the best short passages on acceptance comes from the big book of alcoholics anonymous.

Acceptance in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. The acceptance prayer esselman counseling services. George b was a practicing dentist for 47 years and is now a graduate student in a masters degree program for addiction counseling. The big book holds within it the central thesis and ideas of alcohol anonymous and the 12 step approach. Makes no claims or statement of facts and in general is not responsible for the content and any ramifications thereof. Big book personal stories part ii alcoholics anonymous. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud tyrell merritt. Northern illinois area 20 district 10 of alcoholics anonymous. When i stopped living in the problem and began living in the answer, the problem went. Acceptance is the answer big book back to meetings. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or. I hit the search feature and looked for acceptance in the big book. Big book acceptance p 417, and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today.

The story is known by two names, doctor, alcoholic, addict or acceptance was the answer depending on which edition you bought. Acceptance is the answer to all my problems today bronze alcoholics anonymous coin sunset beach picture in bronze 1 516 33mm medallion half dollar size 3d raised text on both sides. Feb 26, 2018 alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud tyrell merritt. Jan, 2020 acceptance of alcoholism this short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. Read the book alcoholics anonymous from the frontispiece through the end of chapter 11 a vision for you pg 164. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Mindfulness and acceptance in alcoholics anonymous psychology. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely known. 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. Acceptance was the answer the alcoholics guide to alcoholism. Paul ohliger, who died friday, may 19, 2000, in mission viejo, california at the age of 83. Questions and answers from the alcoholics anonymous big book. Alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. The big book of alcoholics anonymous verywell mind.

He is the author of acceptance is the answer in the big book. 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. Acceptance page 417 alcoholics anonymous acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Formerly known as doctor, alcoholic, addict addiction treatment works. Not associated with or connected to or related towith alcoholics anonymous, towith alcoholics anonymous world services inc this site does not represent alcoholics anonymous in any way shape or form. Pauls simple experience of acceptance and perseverance serves as an inspiration for thousands of aa members. Acceptance i know some people get really tired of the big book quotes. Aa speaker new york dave acceptance is the answer duration. My sponsor suggested i type it up and put it somewhere in the house where i see it all the time. 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. Acceptance is the answer mar 18 by imperfect from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely. In 1939, the year the book called alcoholics anonymous, but commonly referred to as the.

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 big book provides guidance in when and how the alcoholic can meditate to. Alcoholics anonymous big book cites a 50% success rate with 25% remaining sober after some relapses. This book is a powerful powerful message on how to change the person we brought through those doors of alcoholics anonymous, one day at a time. Answer in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. 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. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this 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. See more ideas about quotes, alcoholics anonymous quotes and life quotes. Mar 02, 2014 in the book, alcoholics anonymous, page 449, there is a prayer in the middle of the page, first new paragraph. 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. 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. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation.

We wish to make the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous part of our. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Big book workbook is for those who are willing to grow along spiritual lines 60. Jul 17, 2019 the book alcoholics anonymous, affectionately known by members as the big book, is the textbook for the original 12step recovery program now known by the same name. Acceptance from aa big book page 449 417 on back great gift for anyone in sobriety or going through a life change. Big book acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. 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. This is the official website of the general service office g. Acceptance is the answer beach sunrise bronze aa medallion. In 1939, the year the book called alcoholics anonymous, but commonly referred to as the big book was published.

Acceptance is the answer aa speakers 12step alcoholism recovery this is dr. 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. Acceptance is the answer big book northern illinois area. Mindfulness and acceptance in alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous 2nd edition big book alcoholics anonymous 2nd edition. It is referred to so often in meetings that it is almost a supplement to the first 164 pages. 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. Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. In the book, alcoholics anonymous, page 449, there is a prayer in the middle of the page, first new paragraph.