We routinely read the acceptance passage from page 417 of the personal story section of the big book at my home group meeting. Formerly known as doctor, alcoholic, addict addiction treatment works. The acceptance prayer esselman counseling services. Acceptance from aa big book page 449 417 on back great gift for anyone in. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment.
And acceptance is the answer to all my problems read the page here according to the big book, it is not possible to become a moderate drinker or give up completely unless the understanding of the alcoholics is achieved and abstinence is made a. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Acceptance is the answer to all my problems today bronze alcoholics anonymous coin sunset beach picture in bronze 1 516 33mm medallion half dollar size 3d raised text on both sides. Acceptance is the key the alcoholics guide to alcoholism. Answer in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Acceptance was the answer the physician wasnt hooked, he thoughthe just prescribed drugs medically indicated for his many ailments.
Acceptance is the big book may 30, 2017 e learning technology acceptance acceptance sch by j f powers wallet card 120 acceptance twelve n aa acceptance from big book pg 417 body positivity and self acceptance we. Acceptance is the answer big book back to meetings. He is the author of acceptance is the answer in the big book. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. Page 417 acceptance alcoholics anonymous fourth edition acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Serving the lake county illinois communities of antioch, fox lake, grayslake, gurnee, ingleside, lake villa, libertyville, lindenhurst, mundelein, prairie view, round lake, round lake beach, round lake heights and vernon hills. His story in the big book, and tapes of his talks, show that paul had a great sense of humor, and was a very humble man. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Acceptance from aa big book page 449 417 on back great gift for anyone in sobriety or going through a life change. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situationsome fact of my lifeunacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. There is more to not drinking, then just not drinking by dr.
When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover as of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me and i can find no serenity until i. The index bookmark features 25 of the key topics from the big book of alcoholics anonymous with corresponding page numbers. In 1939, the year the book called alcoholics anonymous, but commonly referred to as the big book was published. Questions and answers from the alcoholics anonymous big book. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely known. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situationsome fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being. Place paid gift card message here and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book.
Mindfulness and acceptance in alcoholics anonymous. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Laser engraved acceptance quote from page 417 in the aa big book 6 x 8 hardwood wall plaque. Acceptance is the answer beach sunrise bronze aa medallion.
I was given yet another gift from a dear friend in my aa group. This excerpt above is from a share or a personal story at the back of the big book. In the fourth edition the story is called acceptance was the answer. On page 417 of the aa big book, one of the secrets to relinquish alcoholism with success is mentioned. Jan 21, 2017 in 1939, the year the book called alcoholics anonymous, but commonly referred to as the big book was published. Recovery shop is the onestop for all of your recovery needs. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation.
Mindfulness and acceptance in alcoholics anonymous psychology. Big book acceptance p 417, and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Bobs nightmare 171 171 window of opportunity 421 aa number three 182 182 he had to be shown 193 he thought he could drink like a gentlemen. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Big book acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Acceptance was the answer interview with the author of doctor, alcoholic, addict dr. The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. Acceptance is the answer story page 407 ive read this several times but today for some reason something stood out that never had before. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. Super uplifting recovery gift for him or her in any 12 step group. Aa speaker turn our will and our lives over to the care of god new 20 duration. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this. I have read it discussed it, and have heard it discussed in countless meetings.
When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life. It is referred to so often in meetings that it is almost a supplement to the first 164 pages. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or. Recovery shop is the home to the aa big book index bookmark.
In 1939, the year the book called alcoholics anonymous, but commonly referred to as the. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. The first step of anything is a beginning, so the first step of the alcoholics anonymous 12 steps is the beginning of your recovery process. Jan 29, 2006 acceptance and acceptance is the answer to all my problems. Acceptance is the answer big book nia district 10 of. Part i pioneers of aa acceptance was the answer previously doctor, alcoholic, addict 439 407 dr.
Acceptance was the answer the alcoholics guide to alcoholism. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Paul ohliger, who died friday, may 19, 2000, in mission viejo, california at the age of 83. Acceptance is the answer story page 407 soberrecovery. I can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing or. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be. Alcoholics anonymous quotes by alcoholics anonymous. Big book alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition, there is a solution, page 20 doubtless you are curious to discover how and why, in the face of expert opinion to the contrary, we have recovered from a hopeless condition of mind and body. The paragraph, above, on acceptance from acceptance is the answer, p.
The role of acceptance in coping with alcohol addiction. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me and i can find no serenity. A personal story on page 407 called acceptance was the answer is also wellknown among aa membership. The edited book, mindfulness, acceptance, and the psychodynamic evolution can. The story is known by two names, doctor, alcoholic, addict or acceptance was the answer depending on which edition you bought. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them. Find all uses of this word in the big book alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions of a. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover. What stood out is all of the talk of drugs in our bb. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing or situation as being exactly the way it. From that moment on, i have not had a single compulsion to drink. Index for the big book i am your disease promises of alcohol vs aa letting go acceptance was the answer the doctors opinion the 6 original steps in bill ws handwriting principles of the 12step recovery process recovery process the 12 steps with the promises 12 steps of insanity big book goals step 1 emotional sobriety step 2 proposition exercise.
Acceptance in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. According to the book on page 417, it is clearly mentioned the fundamental step towards emancipation is acceptance, coming into terms with reality, realizing the ground truth that one is indeed addicted. Acceptance in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Id heard that there were some changes made in the fourth edition to reflect this rediculous move toward political correctness and i am one of those bangers that believes the big book is the aa bible and should be left alone. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely. Never in my wildest moments had it occurred to me that i might like to be an. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous.
Apr 19, 2010 acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Breaking down step one of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Paul had begun to drink when in pharmacy school to help him sleep. When a group travels to share their experience, strength and hope. When i stopped living in the problem and began living in the answer, the problem went away. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Aa acceptance from big book pg 417 engraved plaque, all.
The seventeen who now tell their experiences answer. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. He went through pharmacy school, graduate school, medical school, internship, residency and specialty training and, finally went into practice. Sorting and rendering passages in the proprietary format of the 164 and more concordance does not in any way imply affiliation with or endorsement by either alcoholics. Addict, language of the heart, recovery wisdom, stories from the big book, the big book acceptance is the key. Acceptance is one of the basic building blocks of a 12step program. Acceptance page 417 alcoholics anonymous acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Acceptance is the answer big book image collections book. Perhaps one of the best short passages on acceptance comes from the big book of alcoholics anonymous. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being. Formerly known as doctor, alcoholic, addict addiction. The acceptance bookmark is lightly laminated, fits perfectly in the aa big book, and the bookmark is a terrific reminder of the role of acceptance in the lives of every recovering alcoholic. This book is a powerful powerful message on how to change the person we brought through those doors of alcoholics anonymous, one day at a time. Jan, 2020 the role of acceptance in recovery from alcohol addiction.
Acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Acceptance and acceptance is the answer to all my problems. This short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. In the book, alcoholics anonymous, page 449, there is a prayer in the middle of the page, first new paragraph. Pauls story, doctor, alcoholic, addict is published in the third edition of the big book. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as. The 164 and more book, ebook, and web site are all concordances which display passages from the big book alcoholics anonymous, the twelve steps and twelve traditions, and the a. Acceptance is the answer aa speakers 12step youtube.