Navigating Recovery with al-anon.org
Alcoholism is a cunning, baffling, and powerful disease, manifesting in ways that can leave families and loved ones feeling helpless and overwhelmed. In my journey, coming to understand that I didn’t cause it,
Walking the Walk: Speaking Step Twelve into Action
“Actions speak louder than words,” a phrase ingrained in me since childhood, has seamlessly transitioned into my Al‑Anon program, emphasizing the importance of moving beyond mere talk and embracing the opportunity to walk
Conference Approved Literature—A Vital Aspect of Self-Support
When I first started attending meetings, it was all I could do to listen to members share. I had no capacity in my chaos-filled life to quiet my mind enough to be present and
Encouraging Alateen Members to Serve
Service in recovery is like the third leg of a stool—a necessity for support and balance. Many of us find that participating in service provides surprising benefits to our overall sense of well-being. As
Supporting Alateen Members Moving on to Al‑Anon
As a certified Al‑Anon Member Involved in Alateen Service (AMIAS) and an Alateen Group Sponsor, I see how the Alateen program benefits our younger members. As an Al‑Anon member, I share my experience,
Continuing to Look at Ourselves with the Help of Alateen
When the 2018 World Service Conference approved the development of a Just for Tonight bookmark (M-81), I was excited that I would have another Al‑Anon tool to “continue to take personal inventory” as