Tradition Seven—It’s Not (Just) About the Money!
Tradition Seven: Every group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. At first glance, the Traditions seemed completely outside of my general understanding and lived experience. It took time to learn the
Understanding the “Report a Problem” with a Meeting Process
Have you ever arrived at an Al-Anon or Alateen meeting only to find that the door was locked, that the location was incorrect, or that it had been canceled altogether? This can be
Carrying the Al-Anon Message Online
Whether we use social media to connect with friends and family or follow our favorite interests, it has become a large part of our lives. Social media is one way we can carry the
The Value of Sharing Our Experience
Before Al‑Anon, I thought the loving thing to do when anyone shared their problems with me was to offer them my best advice about how to fix whatever the problem was. Whether I had
Finding Unity Across Borders: Connecting with Members in Asia
From time to time, the Board of Trustees for Al-Anon Family Groups Headquarters, Inc. authorizes Trustees and Staff members of the World Service Office (WSO) to arrange visits to Al-Anon Service Structures around
Remembering Al-Anon in Your Will
Did you know you can sustain your legacy by supporting Al-Anon even after you’re gone? In Al-Anon, we often hear members say, “In order to keep it, we have to give it away…”