Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover. Its not explicitly stated, but humility is at the core of this tradition. The site is no longer maintained, but you can access it here. Recoverychip rule 62 dont take yourself too damn serious aa medallion. One of the many myths that i was taught about the big book is that its the collective workwords of the original 100 members of aa. Alcoholics anonymous general service area 51 state of north carolina. We asked his protection and care with complete abandon. Aa bronze rule 62 medallion the back of this coin has the statement don. Here they are, the 82 occurrences of the word must found in alcoholics anonymous 4th edition. Alcoholics anonymous the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions, the latter explaining aa s fundamental principles in depth. Big book rule 62 meeting alcoholics anonymous general. Saint paul intergroup council has 1 updated meeting. Sep 30, 2008 alcoholics anonymous big book original edition aa services on. The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more.
To try to resolve their differences, they sent a copy of their 61 rules to the ny office of aa. The big book of alcoholics anonymous was created to help people recover. Understanding the types of alcoholics the recovery village. Rule in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12 traditions. Rule 62 means dont take yourself too seriously or anything else for that matter. Friday night big book at the va hospital saturday serenity at st. 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. 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 book cover of alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition.
Another possible theory of humor is that it is a communication system left. Building behind chapel, byobb bring your own big book, 5122868916. It was the moments like these that got me through the difficulties of early recovery. Driven by a hundred forms of fear, selfdelusion, selfseeking, and selfpity, we step on the toes of our fellows and they retaliate. Big book, location temporarily closed, open, wheelchair access. Rule 62, dont take yourself too damn seriously, is found on page 148 of the book twelve steps and twelve traditions published by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. While they were discussing it, another message from the group was delivered saying simply. Aa slogans and quotes that will blow tour mind away. We then open the meeting to group discussion on the weekly topic. Aa meetings in lehigh acres lee county area intergroup. Rule 62 to is to see your life as lighthearted, fun and enjoyable.
The story of rule 62 aa history alcoholics anonymous. Youll get exclusive free access to daily meditations, speaker tapes and daily online video aa na meetings. Our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the big book. Whether youre in recovery, seeking help from any addiction, family or friend, register for now. Join us on monday nights to share in petes experience, strength and hope as a big book scholar. Big book covers personalized leatherette aa and na basic text covers and cases these beautiful leatherlike book covers are a distinctive gift for anyone in recovery. Aa derives its name from the title of this book and is written by aa members. Rule 62 of alcoholics anonymous is all about taking that lighthearted perspective and applying it to your own life.
Rule 62 in recovery refers to the rule of dont take yourself too damn seriously. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all. 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 alcoholics.
The ability to laugh at yourself not only makes life more fun. With over 400 pages, the big book is filled with personal anecdotes of alcoholics and the 12 steps that pave the path to recovery. Alcoholics anonymous new books abookman, a book man, book. Rule 62 closed, temporary closure back to meetings. Study guide that explores solutions for alcoholics and drug addicts. Atlanta central office of alcoholics anonymous 270 peachtree street nw, suite 1060 atlanta, ga. New meeting in amsterdam by rule 62 december 23, 2019 in uncategorized by halbe n on sunday the 29th of december there will be a new big book meeting at. Bob smith, this original 12step program has inspired many. Our actor is selfcenteredegocentric, as people like to call it nowadays. Rule 62 big book study temporarily suspended due to covid 19 threat back to meetings. Alcoholics anonymous aa is an addictionrecovery program that utilizes the 12step model. Louis convention told with obvious glee how what he called a. The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatment aa. Union hall above youth services 5 other meetings at this location.
Each leatherette big book case is expertly laser engraved with a variety of our. The basic story is that early in the history of aa, a group out in the hinterlands somewhere convinced the local town to fund a recoverytreatment aa facility. Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope. Monday thru friday is a big book study, saturday and sunday is a came to believe book study. Saint paul open speaker meeting has 1 updated meeting. The twelve steps and twelve traditions describes this milestone in great detail. Participants in aa share their story and personal experience and help. Rule 62 big book study temporarily suspended due to. Moreover, it had performed a great service for alcoholics anonymous, because. Rule in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12.
Rules in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. 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. The story of rule 62 aa history alcoholics anonymous cleveland. World services georgia aa big book online grapevine. Rule 62 step and tradition group has 1 updated meeting.
On page 2 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, bill w. New meeting in amsterdam by rule 62 december 23, 2019 11. About 62 percent of functional alcoholics work fulltime, 3. Once the card was unfolded, a single pungent sentence leaped to the eye.
They figured the town needed a great big alcoholic cen ter, a kind of pilot plant. Dec 10, 2014 an agnostic aa group can be the best of all worlds for those who want to tap into the fellowship and support that aa has offered for almost 80 years but who arent comfortable with the god. The story is described in alcoholics anonymous book the twelve step and the twelve traditions known in aa as the 12 and 12. Rule 62 is a book study that takes place 7 days a week. Alcoholics anonymous rule 62 bronze medallion a vision.
Big book covers personalized leatherette aa and na basic. Big book, open, temporary closure, wheelchair access. We abide by the 12 traditions and ask attendees to not take screenshots or recording of any kind. Kirks of kildare presbyterian 200 high meadow dr cary, nc. When a rules committee was formed to discuss a huge list of rules the founding members had come up with, this man suggested that no rules were necessary for aa, because alcoholics never follow rules anyways. Meeting directory coachella valley there are meetings per week tracked on our web site, comprising groups. We do not sign court slips or offer proof of attendance. Saturday morning serenity group has 1 updated meeting.
Rule 62 telephone big book study rule 62 is a big book study that takes place 5 days a week monday friday. By attending digital meetings, groups can focus on a. Steps by the big book step 12 steps by the big book. The following is a list of district 23 online meetings. Hi folks, what is rule 62 and where did it originate. He is like the retired business man who lolls in the florida sunshine in the winter complaining of the sad state of the nation. How to create an online meeting options for meeting online which includes anonymity settings. Rule 62 group davenport for more information on meetings and times call 8666419190. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book. Here are the steps we took, which are suggested as a program of recovery. All regular weekly meetings in this directory are also shared with the aa meeting guide mobile app for ios and android devices. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism by bill w. Alcoholics anonymous rule 62 bronze medallion a vision for you. All things aa related big books, step working guides, meditations, medallions, posters and more.
Rule 62 was created by a founding member of aa who scoffed at the idea of an alcoholics anonymous with rules. You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. There seems to be a lot of jargon that i dont understand, and i would like to know the rules before i slip out of line without knowing it and being embarrased about it. Slowly, they became a regular occurrence in my life. This small book by jim holt covers the three traditional theories and also includes a few actual jokes. We are an open meeting and adhere to the 12 traditions of alcoholics anonymous as well as the primary purpose. The original working manuscript is the missing link between bill wilsons first draft of alcoholics anonymous and the first edition. The story is described in alcoholics anonymous book the twelve step and the. Various retailers offering medallions, jewelry, tshirts, speaker tapes, books, mugs, pendants, etc for alcoholics anonymous aa, narcotics anonymous na, ca and others in 12 step programs.
Rules for aa i learned that questions are saved for the end, and that the prayer comes at the very end. Rule 62 is important for me too, trying to help others but i most help myself this way, slogans repeating them, think of them i use them for meditation too. We read small sections of the book alcoholics anonymous big book and have a lead share on the reading. Our hope is to study the book alcoholics anonymous that contains aas steps and way of life. What we know of course is that the big book was bill wilsons baby its a collection of his opinions and beliefs at 34 years sober. It is both a history of the formative years of alcoholics anonymous, as well as the bittersweet tale of the troubled man bill w. Aa never opened the gates of heaven to let me in, aa did open the gates of hell to let me out. 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. Alcoholics anonymous rule 62 bronze medallion with dont take yourself too damn seriously on the back. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. Dr bob and the good oldtimers by aa a book that looks at the development of aa via dr bob smith and his ohio meetings. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them.
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 alcoholics anonymous. New meeting in amsterdam by rule 62 aa netherlands. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. Recoverychip rule 62 dont take yourself too damn serious aa.
Failure in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. In discussing tradition four each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or a. We provide this study guide based on personal experience to help those following aa s 12 steps as outlined in the original big book, alcoholics anonymous aa. New day for beginners topic meeting in amsterdam november 10. Another possible theory of humor is that it is a communication system left over from the days when humans were more primitive. Alcoholics anonymous publishes several books, reports, pamphlets, and other media, including a periodical known as the aa grapevine. Nieuwezijds voorburgwal 282a, 1012 rt amsterdam, netherlands. He describes the history and philosophy of humor and the limits of the three theories. Many of these are considered to be temporary, but are available as we are taking precautions against covid19. Rule 62 coin dont take yourself too seriously recoveryshop.
After business hours please enter through back door. Read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Sobriety token or chip, given for specified lengths of sobriety, on the back is the serenity prayer. It is a big book basic text meeting, with the request to bring your own book. Prayers,meditations,inventory, aa literature, and the tools are used almost for spiritual growth. Whatever our protestations, are not most of us concerned with ourselves, our resentments, or our selfpity. Largest collection of aa slogans and quotes found on the web, one day at a time. This is found on page 148 of the book twelve steps and twelve traditions published by alcoholics anonymous world. How it works taken from alcoholics anonymous big book pages 6063 being convinced, we were at step three, which is that we decided to turn our will an how it works big book pgs.
In trying to make these arrangements our actor may sometimes be quite virtuous. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism is the guiding book for all 12 step programs. Silkworth big book study aa anonymity statement anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions. Rule 62 big book study temporary closure back to meetings. The volunteers at ny had no idea on how to run a large facility or what to say to this group about their rules. Participants in aa share their story and personal experience and. This is a study guide to the book alcoholics anonymous. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. Aa rule 62 telephone meeting we have entered the world of.
Rule 62 alcoholics anonymous general service area 51. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. It is well known that some primates have different calls for different types of danger one for eagle another or snake etc. Jun 01, 2015 there were 4 musts in the first and second editions of alcoholics anonymous. Features rule 62 on the front and dont take yourself too damn seriously on the back. There are 42 closed meetings and 389 open meetings.