Anon general services meeting iagsm took place september 12. The second part of the book follows the same format for the twelve traditions of alanon. I found this book very helpful as i continue in my recovery. The practice of our 12 steps puts our lives in order, but not necessarily our relationships. The traditions summarize the alanon principles that have proven to help alanon groups function effectively. G7 alanonalateen participation in an aa area convention when alanon and. Home more about al anon readings suggested preamble to the 12 steps suggested preamble to the 12 steps the al anon family groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We do this by practicing the twelve steps of aa ourselves, by encouraging and. At meetings, members share with each other the personal lessons learned from practicing from these steps. Step six 63 were entirely ready to have god remove all these defects of character. These steps are adapted, nearly verbatim, from the 12 step program of alcoholics anonymous.
Study of these steps is essential to progress in the al anon program. In alanon, we strive for an everdeeper understanding of these steps, and pray for the wisdom to apply them to our lives. Al anon is a support group for friends and family members of problem drinkers. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable. The 12 steps read simply, but they are much deeper in their meaning than the literal words define as. Home more about alanon readings suggested preamble to the 12 steps suggested preamble to the 12 steps the alanon family groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. The traditions, which are the gentle guides used by alanon groups, are readily adapted to healing personal relationships. Includes the suggested alanon preamble to the twelve steps. Reprinted with permission of alanon family group headquarters, inc. The twelve steps of alcoholic anonymous the twelve traditions of alcoholic anonymous the following twelve steps and twelve traditions are reprinted in the original series, unaltered and unseparated.
Includes meeting format, as well as ideas and information to encourage group unity. Alanons twelve steps, 1996 by alanon family group headquarters, inc. Traditions as a guide to healthy relationships it is said that the unity of alcoholics anonymous and al anon is the most cherished quality our fellowships have. Formats in which the twelve steps and twelve traditions can be read.
A twelve step workbook al kohallek goes stepping an eye i witness account who is al kohallek. The 12 steps and traditions of aa alcoholics anonymous. Al kohallek alcoholic his wife, allienon al anon and als sponsor louis pazeniton lou is passing it on are the main characters in our examples. The 12 traditions are the principles that keep 12step support groups, like alcoholics anonymous and the alanon family support group, focused on their primary purpose of fellowship. The principles they embody are universal, applicable to. We do this by practicing the twelve steps of aa ourselves, by encouraging and understanding our alcoholic relatives, and. Steps, twelve traditions andor twelve concepts of service. Countless thousands of people around the world have been restored to joyful living by practicing the principles embodied in alanons twelve steps and twelve traditions. The steps are the foundation for personal recovery in al anon, and the traditions help al anon groups sustain their unity and fellowship.
For general inquiries, contact the world service office at. Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions, ever reminding us to place principles above personalities. The 12 traditions serve as a guideline or manual that defines the internal operations of the 12step programs. A meeting on wheels is an opportunity for alanon and alateen members to demonstrate what a. Revised june 1 2011 the twelve steps alanon family groups.
Our group experience suggests that our unity depends upon our adherence to these traditions. Listing in the directory does not constitute approval of any groups manner of practising the alanon program. The steps are the foundation for personal recovery in alanon, and the traditions help alanon groups sustain their unity and fellowship. At the end of the book is the twelve concepts of service, the general. By answering detailed questions about the text, the person using the workbook can gain greater knowledge and understanding of the alanon program. The study of these steps is essential to progress in the alanon program. Al anon family groups al anon speaker 12 step recovery. Al anon s program of recovery is based on the twelve steps and twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. Suggested preamble to the 12 steps alanon santa barbara.
Much like aa, alanon members take on a sponsor who helps them work through the steps and who is available for support in times of hardship. Anon alateen members share with each other the personal lessons they have learned from practicing from these steps. This workbook is designed to be used with al anon s twelve steps and twelve traditions. We will tell part of their journey through this process, this way of life. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it. Alanons twelve traditions, 1996 by alanon family group headquarters, inc. The 12 traditions of aa ensure the survival of alcoholics anonymous in order that it is always available to help those suffering from alcohol dependence. For our group purpose there is but one authoritya loving god as he may express himself in our group conscience. The first part of the book contains the al anon twelve steps, short chapters elaborating on the meaning of the twelve steps and a member stor relating to each step. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to others, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. Alcoholics anonymous first published twelve steps and twelve traditions in 1953. Feb 25, 2009 al anon talk father tom, steps to restoring sanity. A buddhists insight into the 12 steps of recovery a short introductory note our successful recovery in any 12step program deeply depends on our making a spiritual practice an intimate part of our daily lives.
Most meetings start with a reading of al anons 12 step program. The alanonalateen program is based on the twelve steps. If the group you attend is not right for you, please try another. All of the files on this page have the same questions, but the files are in different formats so you can use the format that is most appropriate for your situation. These guidelines are the means of promoting harmony and growth in al. The second part of the book follows the same format for the twelve traditions of al anon. We admitted we were powerless over alcoholthat our lives had become unmanageable. Anon has also grown through the diversification of. This site is like a library, you could find million book here by using search box in the header. The steps outline a program of personal recovery from the often devastating effects of anothers alcoholism.
The first part of the book contains the alanon twelve steps, short chapters elaborating on the meaning of the twelve steps and a member stor relating to each step. The twelve traditions of alanon alanon family groups. The traditions evolved from the experience of aa groups in. In line with the 12 traditions, these worksheets are free to download and use for your recovery in any way that you please as long as you do not sell them. Alanons twelve steps and twelve traditions by alanon. The traditions, which are the gentle guides used by al anon groups, are readily adapted to healing personal relationships. The twelve steps these twelve steps, adapted nearly wordforword from the twelve steps of alcoholics anonymous, have been a tool for spiritual growth for millions of al. By carole bennett, ma for those who dont know or have never heard of alanon, it is a 12step recovery program that is the counterpart to the alcoholics anonymous 12step recovery program. The principles they embody are universal, applicable to everyone, whatever his personal creed. Our lives, the lives of all to come depend squarely upon it.
Study of these steps is essential to progress in the alanon program. Alanons program of recovery is based on the twelve steps and twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. The 12 traditions serve as a guideline or manual that defines the internal operations of the 12 step programs. No matter if it is na, oa, al anon, aa, or any other program molded from the. By answering detailed questions about the text, the person using the workbook can gain greater knowledge and understanding of the al anon program. Alanons recovery program family recovery solutions. This workbook is designed to be used with alanons twelve steps and twelve traditions. Alanon is a support group for friends and family members of problem drinkers. The twelve concepts of service provide guidance for service in the alanon fellowship. We do this by practicing the twelve steps of aa ourselves, by encouraging and understanding our alcoholic relatives, and by welcoming and giving comfort to families of al coholics. The twelve concepts of service provide guidance for service in the al anon fellowship. The 12 traditions are the principles that keep 12 step support groups, like alcoholics anonymous and the al anon family support group, focused on their primary purpose of fellowship. In al anon, we strive for an everdeeper understanding of these steps, and pray for the wisdom to apply them to our lives.