Gratitude
When I focus on the things that I’m grateful for, my attitude changes dramatically. Even when everything seems like it
Alateens are awesome people
Before Alateen I was lost. I didn’t think anyone had the same experience as I did. I didn’t know what
Bad times don’t last
Before coming to the meetings, I found myself seemingly hopeless in many situations. Whenever something good happened, I wouldn’t believe
Finding a Meeting Is Just a Click Away!
On the new WSO website, al-anon.org, you can find Al‑Anon and Alateen meetings throughout the world, online and on the
It Doesn’t Make It So
Before Alateen, I could never forgive the people who hurt me. I could hold grudges like I could hold a
A Flat Tire
The Serenity Prayer and The Three Cs—I did not cause it, I cannot control it and I cannot cure it—are
H.O.P.E.
Recently at a meeting I attended, the topic was hope. The Chairperson shared her thoughts on what hope meant to
Finding True Hope
For a long time I would hope for things that I knew wouldn’t come true. Hope for me was like
I have a relationship with my dad—thanks to Alateen
My entire life, I was aware that my dad was an alcoholic, but it wasn’t until my freshman year of high
My Burdens Weighed Me Down Until I Found Al-Anon
My therapist suggested that I attend Al‑Anon. The keyword is “suggested.” Believe me, I did not want to sit around