Category: The Recovered Word

A.A. Oldtimers…On the Fourth Step

Randolph Jason

A.A. Oldtimers…On the Fourth Step from Big Book Sponsorship A.A. Grapevine, February 1945. Vol. 1 No. 9 Editorial: On the Fourth Step “Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.” Since I cannot speak for anyone else, I’ll have to make my experience with the 4th step autobiographical. Before A.A., I tried almost daily to stop drinking. I hated myself constantly. I could not understand why such a wonderful person as I was would do the things I did. I was in a constant state of mental turmoil and…

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Joe H. – “Finding and Using a Higher Power” (Video)

Randolph Jason

Joe H. – “Finding and Using a Higher Power” Video One of the most important things in recovery is our relationship with a Higher Power. In this AMAZING workshop, Joe H. from California talks about the importance of the spiritual life and how it can transform us. The Big Book says “Lack of Power, that is our dilemma” and the solution to alcoholism lies in a Higher Power, whatever it may be. Get ready for an awesome spiritual journey and some incredible insights! This workshop DELIVERS on ALL levels!

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Directions for Prayer and Meditation

Randolph Jason

Directions for Prayer and Meditation “Big Book” pp. 85-88 from Big Book Sponsorship Part 1 Part 2 Step Eleven suggests prayer and meditation. We shouldn’t be shy on this matter of prayer. Better men than we are using it constantly. It works, if we have the proper attitude and work at it. It would be easy to be vague about this matter. Yet, we believe we can make some definite and valuable suggestions. When we retire at night, we constructively review our day. Were we resentful, selfish, dishonest or afraid?…

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Eleventh Step Guidance Meeting “Big Book” Format

Randolph Jason

Eleventh Step Guidance Meeting “Big Book” Format from Big Book Sponsorship Part 1 Good (morning) (afternoon) (evening) my name is ____________ and I will be your facilitator for this Eleventh Step Guidance Meeting. Please help me open this meeting with a moment of silence followed by the Serenity Prayer. (Serenity Prayer) I have asked ___________ to read a portion of the “Big Book” on prayer and meditation: (Read pages 86-88 from the “Big Book.”) We have a 7th Tradition. There are no dues or fees for membership. We are fully…

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U.S. Marine: Veteran, Addiction and PTSD Recovery Story (Video)

Randolph Jason

U.S. Marine: Veteran, Addiction and PTSD Recovery Story Video Brandon is an American retired U.S. Marine veteran who served 13 years and three tours of Iraq and Afghanistan. He left the military after being injured in the line of duty. Like many veterans, Brandon had trouble adjusting to civilian life. Disconnected from his brothers in arms, struggling with PTSD, and facing an uphill battle with injuries, he turned to heroin. His goal is to help every client leave Tree House with their own band of brothers, so they never struggle…

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