If such pieces meet the needs of the local membership, they may be legitimately classified as a. Last month marked the beginning of the tenth yr of experience the big book. Conferenceapproved literature, such as alcoholics anonymous, twelve steps and twelve traditions, as bill sees. So, i cant imagine what a non aa book would do for my understanding. This process assures that everything in such literature is in accord with a. Suggested topics for aa discussion meetings september, 2011. Sandy b giving his drop the rock talk at a gathering organized by chuck c glasses. Each chapter contains a reflection on a quotation from aa. It is not an approach of trying to fix everything, analyzing all of your behaviors, radically controlling them, and them changing yourself through more control and self reliance. Not a single title of my humble assemblage of around 100 books on rock and rolls history is mentioned here.
Episodes experience the big book aa big book study. Its saying the content is ok for the aa publishing company to print. Publication date 20609 usage attributionno derivative works 3. Removing character defects steps six and seven kindle edition by p. Is it ok to use nonconference approved literature in. Central offices and intergroups do write and distribute pamphlets or booklets that are not conferenceapproved. Removing character defects steps six and seven from the worlds largest community of readers. Some people think that means the only books acceptable to read and sell at a meeting are conference approved literature. Based on the principles behind steps six and seven, drop the rock combines personal stories, practical advice, and powerful insights to help readers move forward in recovery. Conferenceapproved what it means to you the term conferenceapproved describes written or audiovisual material approved by the conference for publication by g. Whether youre looking for aa jewelry and unique gifts for those working through na, ca, cma, or other recovery programs, you will find recovery gifts and aa books to help you celebrate life. Alcoholics anonymous big book 2nd edition audiobook by. Conferenceapproved literature may be available at central office and intergroups, or it may be ordered directly from gso.
My 12 step store online is home to the very best in recovery books and unique recovery gifts, including aa coins and medallions, recovery books and more. Look for the statement on books, pamphlets and audiovisual materials. Originally proposed by alcoholics anonymous aa as a method of recovery from alcoholism, the twelve steps were first published in the book alcoholics anonymous. Conferenceapproved literature dallas aa central office. This is the book that has helped thousands of alcoholics get into longterm recovery, by explaining how the disease works, showing them they are not alone, and describing how others have achieved and maintained sobriety using the 12 steps. It does not mean aa discourages other books or material. It gave me a better understanding of the magic, faith, and acceptance that comes along with the 6th and 7th steps. Smf29 conferenceapproved literature alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous also known as the big book in recovery circles sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. Literature catalog this catalog lists all conferenceapproved literature and other a. To become the person we can become, we must drop the rock all the grasping and holding on to old patterns. Removing character defects steps six and seven by bill p.
I could ramble on but a little research probing this vast wasteland of cyber space and a true quest of rocks history is somewhat void without exploring a few of these elements. Conference approved simply means that it was published by the aa general services office. General service conferenceapproved literature reflects the group conscience of the fellowship of a. First published in 1939, alcoholics anonymous sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. Choose from a number of genres, including art, fiction, history, and more. What would have made alcoholics anonymous big book original edition better. None of the contributors had been sober more than a couple of years at the time. Is it ok to use nonconference approved literature in meetings. As the nations leading nonprofit provider of comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for adults and youth, the foundation has 17 locations nationwide and collaborates with an expansive network. A section in the back of the catalog lists special needs material, another section lists all available foreignlanguage literature and the. My main concern is the need for more than just the big book. Aa history a vision for you bills story carry this message drop the rock drs opinion fear fear inventory how it works how it works preamble into action more about alcoholism purpose of the big book resentment resentment inventory saturday saturdays second. Daily reflections, a compilation of spiritual reflections contributed by members.
I prepared some history behind the book, looked at first edition forward, table of contents, and first page. The folks in my recovery community are passing around a book called drop the rock removing characterdefects. Really it just means aa can publish it and profit from it. This is the original study guide to the big book, alcoholics anonymous. Yes, it is ok to read from nonaa literature in an aa meeting unless your group decides to use conference approved literature only. The sole purpose of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and the program, as i know it, is to guide me toward a spiritual contact with god, as i understand him. Back to basics the alcoholics anonymous beginners meetings here are the steps we took. Reading sober was created with the goal of providing addiction professionals, clinicians, treatment centers, social workers and addiction counselors with a quick and easy resource for publications, curriculum and the materials necessary for. Morning step work check morning readings from the big. I have heard people speak with authority and say, you cant read nonaa approved literature at a meeting. With more than 100,000 copies sold, drop the rock is the definitive guide to removing character defects that can prevent gratifying, longstanding recovery. The catalog is in three languages, organized in three sectionsenglish, french, and spanish. We cannot have emotional sobriety without an awareness of this fact.
It is not about the wonderful literature from the book drop the rock his talk is funny and inspirational but its very early sandy beach material showy, comedy, and a style he moved away. Literature catalog this catalog lists all conference approved literature and other a. This care includes attending meetings, reading alanon literature, calling my sponsor, and engaging in service. Is the book general service conference approved literature. Literature as a tool using the big book, twelve and twelve, meditations, etc live and let live living in the real world. Steps six and seven are only briefly discussed in the book alcoholics anonymous. I hoped it would be as brilliant as shais taubs god of our understanding i dont think it is. Im always looking for new and relevant material associated with aa and the big book and this little book really drives home some pretty big suggestions that we. Spiritual reading list original manuscript of the big book.
Many in recovery regard the 6th and 7th steps as evidence of the programs divine inspiration, for when the book alcoholics anonymous was written only two short paragraphs were devoted to these steps. Ted technically, no, but that doesnt mean that aa disapproves of it. Conference approved simply means that it was published by the aa general services. The twelve and twelve was published in 1952 just 6 years after the lrb and 2 years after dr. Examples of grapevine publications are the book the language of the heart, which consists of bill ws grapevine writings, and also the a. We also have a wide selection of coloring books on sale. If you are the spiritual type this book is an oasis to drink from. When talking about whether a book is aa approved the question is often this. This is a great, funny, real aa talk but his later stuff, early 21st century, is spirituality focused and miles ahead. Aa books, aa literature, and aa pamphlets are just a few of the many items available for aa groups. Alcoholics anonymous t he big book has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide. History pages back to basics and conference approved literature faith with works publishing company has received numerous letters asking if the book, back to basics the alcoholics anonymous beginners meetings is general service conference approved literature. They had seemed so simple in the aa big book that i had searched around to repress my character. Conferenceapproved literature, such as alcoholics anonymous, twelve steps and twelve traditions, as bill sees it, and other books.
This is the talk that propelled sandy into circuit speaking. It made me realize i had never actually done the steps 6 and 7 as set out in the into action chapter of the alcoholics anonymous big book despite having been sober 12 years. In describing his actual writing of the twelve steps, bill spoke of six ideas then in use, and he and lois both indicated he expanded the six to twelve so that there would be no wiggle room for those taking the steps. Alcoholics anonymous san fernando valley central office. This is the most widely used resource for millions of individuals in recovery. Back to basics the alcoholics anonymous beginners meetings here are the steps we. Drop the rock, second edition and drop the rock, the ripple effect kindle edition. However, the book twelve steps and twelve traditions made the big book more confusing for me. General service conferenceapproved literature not all a.
Conference approved literature aa the original way group. Drop the rock is a great metaphor and i read the book and picked up some lessons. Removing character defects steps six and seven, please sign up. Looked at the four different covers and some general remarks regarding purpose behind. Bill spoke highly of the little red book but declined to publish it because the trustees wanted a book the society could own. Before we begin, we ask god to direct our thinking, especially asking that it be divorced from selfpity, dishonest or selfseeking motives. Some have objected to doing this because they say only aa approved books can be used in meetings. 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.
Aa conference approved literature aa beyond belief. Alcoholism12 step support drop the rock hey gang, im posting this in the 12 step support because this section gets a lot of traffic. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. The directions in the big book are intended to be sufficient.
Drop the rock combines personal stories, practical advice, and powerful insights to help. Im on page 41 and half of it is highlighted and marked up. The hazelden betty ford foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs. Reading list associated with aa pax christi catholic community. This is the most modern audio version of the alcoholics anonymous big book. Most local aa groups purchase and display a representative sampling of conferenceapproved pamphlets, and usually carry a supply of hardcover books. Sandy beach drop the rock alcoholics anonymous talk. Based on the twelve step program, particularly the principles behind steps six and seven, drop the rock combines personal stories. Original manuscript of the big book alcoholics anonymous. Now, as long as i practice patience, recovery is a manageable and adventurous process. The twelve and twelve eventually dwarfed the lrb in aa, primarily because groups stopped selling the lrb.