Talking Myself into Joining
Al-Anon2020-08-27T15:24:29-04:00Hands shaking, heart racing, stomach churning—it was all I could do to hit the “Join” button on my first online Al‑Anon meeting. It was almost more anxiety than
Carrying Al-Anon’s Message of Hope
Al-Anon2021-05-20T09:59:26-04:00Next month, many people across the United States and Canada turn their focus to the world of recovery. It’s a unique opportunity to shine a bit of the spotlight
Electronic Group Change
Al-Anon2023-04-11T13:35:42-04:00Electronic Group Change Electronic meetings, like all Al‑Anon meetings, offer help and hope to anyone who is affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend. Electronic Al-Anon
Al-Anon Changed My Life
Al-Anon2020-04-22T09:45:46-04:00After 9/11, my partner’s drinking increased so much that I decided to go online to find out about staging an intervention. On the A.A. website, there was a
How Al‑Anon Works for Families and Friends of Alcoholics
Al-Anon2021-09-16T08:33:33-04:00How Al‑Anon Works for Families & Friends of Alcoholics Al‑Anon's basic, most comprehensive book discusses all aspects of our program of recovery. Excellent
Is Your Group Information Current?
Al-Anon2020-03-04T11:16:01-05:00A meeting address is sometimes not enough information to guarantee that someone will find the actual room where the meeting is held. Simple steps, such as, adding signage
Is Your Group Set to Welcome Newcomers in the New Year?
Al-Anon2020-01-03T12:03:08-05:00It is not unusual to see new faces in Al-Anon meetings after the holidays have passed, as many individuals who are suffering from the family disease of alcoholism
Promotion or Attraction?
Al-Anon2020-03-04T11:58:15-05:00As the calendar turns to a new year, I reflect on where my life was before Al‑Anon and where it is now. I reflect on my good fortune
See You in Detroit!
Al-Anon2019-11-13T14:18:59-05:00Online registration for the 2020 International Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) with Al‑Anon participation is open. The Convention will be held July 2–5, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan with
Al-Anon International Group Records Change
Al-Anon2022-04-01T09:31:11-04:00Al-Anon International Group Records Change Thank you for keeping your group information up-to-date so people looking for Al‑Anon’s help can find your meeting. Please contact the AFG Records
New Al-Anon International Group Registration
Al-Anon2022-05-11T11:36:16-04:00New Al-Anon International Group Registration Once your group is registered with the WSO, a group number will be assigned and a packet containing introductory materials will be sent
2020 International Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous
Al-Anon2020-10-20T16:46:44-04:002020 A.A. International Convention With Al‑Anon Participation 2020 A.A. International Convention With Al‑Anon Participation Hello Al-Anon Members! In light of the current COVID-19 situation, our friends at
The “This, That, and the Other” of Group Business
Al-Anon2019-08-28T10:10:31-04:00Growing up in the family disease of alcoholism often gives family members a false sense of being in charge. I brought this attitude with me everywhere I went,
Reach Out to Newcomers with an AFA Sharing
Al-Anon2019-08-27T14:37:15-04:00Your story can help a potential newcomer shift their thinking from, “Maybe there is a problem,” to, “I need help because there is too much drinking.” A story for
What’s Al-Anon?
Al-Anon2022-09-28T11:31:36-04:00The name Al-Anon is often confusing to the public, professionals, and families of alcoholics. They usually ask: “I’ve heard of A.A., but what is Al-Anon?” and, “Does it