Alcoholics Anonymous
STEP ONE
“We admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable.”
What is AA?
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem. It doesn’t cost anything to attend A.A. meetings. There are no age or education requirements to participate. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem. A.A.’s primary purpose is to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
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MEETINGS
Big Book Of Alcoholics Anonymous
FREE ONLINE AUDIO VERSION
This is a free audio online version of the BIG BOOK which includes the twelve steps and traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Short Recovery Stories
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Madeline's Turning Point: After waking up feeling intense shame after a so-called "fun" night out, Madeline decided to get sober. She realized she couldn't handle the anxiety and lying anymore, leading her to join AA and quit alcohol for good in November 2020.
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Patrick’s Journey: After losing his home, car, and savings, Patrick realized he was spiritually broken. He initially struggled with relapse but found freedom by connecting with a sponsor, attending AA meetings daily, and working through his addiction, eventually finding lasting sobriety, one day at a time.
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Brittany's Promise: Facing an ultimatum to lose her son, Brittany hit her rock bottom and entered treatment in 2019, and started attending AA. She found peace, repaired her life, and now shares that she is a better mother and happier person.
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The Spiritual Shift: Jen, realized she was stronger by relying on her higher power and a sober support network. She discovered that recovery wasn't just about stopping drinking and substance use, but rediscovering her self-worth, how to live life on life's terms, and so much more.
SOBER SINCE 2003
Robert Downey Jr has been sober since July 2003 thanks to the love of his wife, Susan Levin, and friends, particularly Mel Gibson. When Downey tired to return to the acting scene after getting sober, he was a veritable pariah. He was unhireable due to his high insurance premium, which Downey couldn’t afford to pay himself. He didn’t have a home, and he had no financial safety net. Mel Gibson put a roof over his head, and food on the table, and cast Downey in a role he originally intended for himself in 2003, The Singing Detective -- Gibson paid the insurance premium himself. Downey was cast in the iconic role of Ironman in 2006.
SOBER TEACHER
Hello, my name is Jessica. For years, I struggled to balance my professional life with my addiction to alcohol. To cope with the guilt, I worked diligently to be the best teacher, the best employee, and the best at everything. I spent years at happy hours counting others' drinks so I could pretend to drink like a "normal" person while aching to go home to isolate and imbibe. That painful lifestyle is behind me.
Today, I stand proud of who I am and embrace all parts of me. My recovery is no longer a secret. Instead, it is my story to share.
