South floridas own big book george takes you through the 12 steps of alcohoics anonymous. The second edition of the seminal work of alcoholics anonymous, the big book, was released in 1955 and continues to be extremely influential in the lives of so many addicts. It is easy to let up on the spiritual program of action and rest on our laurels. Learning the process of overcoming resentment literally saves the lives of people who are afflicted with the disease of alcoholism. This is a transcript of the speech that bill wilson gave at the texas state aa convention in fort worth on june 12th, 1954 where he details the process of how the big book came about. The unity of alcoholics anonymous is the most cherished qual. Did you know, before the big book was published, the early members of aa studied the bible. Now available on cd, the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous, affectionately known as the big book, includes twentyfour new stories and continues to pass on aas message of hope and recovery to millions worldwide. Alcoholics anonymous is a fellowship of men and wome. We are not affiliated with any twelve step fellowship.
The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa cover art. The book was their remaining hope of large profits, and social significance. Hey everyone before you buy this particular book you must know the page numbers are not the same as the og book i had to rebuy the big book with the appropriate page numbers to correctly follow along my sponsor made me, but saw her point. Page 67 of the book, alcoholics anonymous, states, resentment is the number one offender. The doctors opinion w e ofalcoholics anonymous believe that the reader will be interested in the medical esti mate of the plan of recovery described in this book. Concepts, other than those utilized by traditional religion, do exist. Thinking in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. Doctorss opinion chapter 1 bills story chapter 2 there is a solution chapter 3 more about alcoholism chapter 4 we agnostics chapter 5 how it works chapter 6 into action chapter 7 working with.
One fundamental idea of god, based upon the basic text of aa, see pg. The big book of alcoholics anonymous addeddate 201027 14. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. Officially begun on december 12th, 2000, silkworth. This book is the bestselling selfhelp book for conquering addictions that range from alcoholism to. Silkworth, would become a lifelong advocate for aa. The hoop you have to jump through is a lot wider than you think. From the start, though, you could say i had some problems with the material. This is the great news this book carries to those who suffer from alcoholism. These recordings were made at the west broward club in davie, fl during late 20012002. The big book describes us as egocentric, egotistical, self seeking, and selfwill run riot even though we dont like to admit it. Many people who are in recovery have found that the 12 step prayers not only aid in helping you find your own higher power, but that the 12 step prayers also bring a feeling of serenity.
I have copies but they are either older and muffled or recorded by someone who is monotone and mostly uninteresting to listen to. Alcoholics anonymous is often referred to as a 12step program, and aa is the basis for many other 12step programs that have been established. Aa the original way 12 step guide aa the original way group. Prayers in 12 step recovery program of alcoholics anonymous. A, as both an insider and an outsider, as both an old friend of a. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa audio download. In fact, one of the possible names for aa then was, the james club after the book of james from the bible. Alcoholics anonymous wikimili, the best wikipedia reader. Now available on cd, alcoholics anonymous the big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. Here is a letter published in the aa grapevine, december 1999, vol. This is the original text, with the addition of personal stories from both the first and second editions. Alcoholics anonymous big book original edition audible.
The sole purpose of this workshop is to study and experience the steps as they are laid out in the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Bob smith, glenn langohr, glenn langohr, one day at a time publishing. These 12 steps are outlined in chapter 5, how it works, of the big book. Aa speakers joe and charlie we agnostics the big book. Wilson credits the oxford group for the methodology of a. A their large emphasis upon the principles of selfsurvey. That includes my wonderful, faulted, evangelical first sponsor, rob. Alcoholics anonymous audio version alcoholics anonymous. The threeletter word god is generally used to communicate a concept of infinite knowledge and power.
Audio big book ideal for those who find difficulty reading, an audio version of the big book in mp3 format. Odaatw one day at a time world is an online resource site that succinctly outlines what the fellowship of alcoholic anonymous represents, and as well offers quick and convenient accessibility to common a. Download free audiobooks in the mp3 format or play them straight via youtube. This is the audio version of the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa audible audio edition. The introduction is offered as a medical perspective on alcoholism, but silkworth spends much of the chapter speaking of the limits of his own profession when it. The essential recovery text was updated last year to include 24 new personal stories. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa. Their secretary ruth hock, later famously reported that aas big book wouldnt have been written without bill, and it wouldnt have been published without hank. Page 2 of 344 see appendix ii may discover new thinking about a power greater than yourself. Silkworth s picture to listen to big book studies with joe and charlie, talks by father marten, talks by father john doe, discussions by sandy b. The program of alcoholics anonymous is not an intellectual challenge. Thought in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12.
It was thought that no alcoholic man or woman could be excluded from our society. Silkworth s care on three separate occasions there. Silkworth was the medical director of townes hospital in new york city, a renowned hospital in the field of alcoholism. The text of this document, original manuscript, was left just as it originally appeared in 1938. How carl jung inspired the creation of alcoholics anonymous. Big book step study workshop all addictions step study.
The steps helped each of the cofounders of aa in their own recovery from alcoholism and have continued to help countless. I have just reread the first chapter of alcoholics anonymous comes of age. Silkworth wrote that the alcoholic becomes restless, irritable, and discontent when all he is doing is not drinking. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. This is an all addictions big book step study workshop. Silkworth, a new york specialist in alcoholism who is now accounted no less than a medical saint by a. 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. Aas program extends beyond abstaining from alcohol. Big book personal stories part ii alcoholics anonymous. The wouldbe publishing magnates were william griffith wilson and henry giffen parkhurst. 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.
These are posted as an aid to the blind, those who have difficulty reading or who are remote from meetings either in prison or in hard to reach places. Convincing testimony must surely come from medical men who have had experience with the sufferings of our members and have witnessed our return to health. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa audiobook. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions twelve steps and twelve traditions audio version. The chapter itself is a raggletaggle collection of reminiscences, narratives, and bill w. Because the first men i met at the meetings were totally into the big book of aa, i in turn was totally into it. Alcoholics anonymous the big book audios 4th edition on cd. Goals of the big book goal 1 describe the problem goal 2 describe the solution goal 3 define the action necessary for recovery. In the opinion of the staff, the importance of the following interview lies in the fact that it represents the deductions of a man who is in the unique position of being able to appraise a. It is a spiritual journey and the big book is our travel guide. Alcoholics anonymous big book by william silkworth. I think the way we absorb information has changed and all formats are of benifit.
Aa speakernew talk june 27, 2018 getting unshackled through the 12 step process. This is the most modern audio version of the alcoholics anonymous big book. Click the link below to download a pdf version of this document or scroll down to continue reading. Historically, and often in practice, however, the nonorganization of worldwide fellowships has represented a much narrower tradition, inherited from the evangelical small e christian oxford group, or as a. When the big book was published, he wrote an introduction entitled the doctors opinion. One of the founders of alcoholics anonymous and the primary author of the big book, bill w. This was the version of the big book distributed to friends and colleagues of aas founders before the first edition was printed.
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