Where Do Al-Anon Slogans Come From?
Al‑Anon's slogans have developed through the years and have grown along with the fellowship. In the development of How Al‑Anon Works for Families & Friends of Alcoholics (B-32), a discussion regarding slogans resulted
The Group Inventory—“How Important Is It?”
When I think of the word “inventory,” the image of an old-time general store comes to mind, complete with a shopkeeper using a paper list and pencil. The shopkeeper assesses the inventory on
It’s Elemental
There had not been an active alcoholic in my life for over 35 years when an event happened involving loss and betrayal that had nothing to do with alcohol. This event caused all
An Index for Gratitude
Where can you find some inspiring sharings on the topic of gratitude in Al-Anon's Conference Approved Literature? Courage to Change (B-16), pages 264, 282, 304, 340 Discovering Choices—Recovery in Relationships (B-30), pages 58-59, 257
Your Year-End Opportunity for Giving
As a non-member working at the World Service Office (WSO), I have first-hand experience of how the spiritual principles of abundance and gratitude are practiced on a daily basis through the work performed
I’m Grateful for the Consistency and Unity Found in Al-Anon
Growing up in the family disease of alcoholism taught me not to make any plans, not to trust, not to take risks, and not to rock the boat. Having very little I could