About the Big Book
Alcoholics Anonymous, also known as the “Big Book,” presents the A.A. program for recovery from alcoholism. First published in 1939, its purpose was to show other alcoholics how the first 100 people of A.A. got sober. Now translated into over 70 languages, it is still considered A.A.’s basic text.
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Intro
01. Title Page - (pp. iii)
02. Copyright Information - (pp. ii)
03. Contents (pp. v-x)
04. Preface - (pp. xi-xii)
05. Foreword to First Edition - (pp. xiii-xiv)
06. Foreword to Second Edition - (pp. xv-xxi)
07. Foreword to Third Edition - (pp. xxii)
08. Foreword to Fourth Edition - (pp. xxiii-xxiv)
09. The Doctor's Opinion - (pp. xxv-xxxii)
Chapters
01. Bill's Story - (pp. 1-16)
02. There is a Solution - (pp. 17-29)
03. More About Alcoholism - (pp. 30-43)
04. We Agnostics - (pp. 44-57)
05. How It Works - (pp. 58-71)
06. Into Action - (pp. 72-88)
07. Working With Others - (pp. 89-103)
08. To Wives - (pp. 104-121)
09. The Family Afterward - (pp. 122-135)
10. To Employers - (pp. 136-150)
11. A Vision For You - (pp. 151-164)
Personal Stories
01. How Forty-Two Alcoholics Recovered From Their Malady - (pp. 165-166)
02. PART I - Pioneers of A.A. - (pp. 169-276)
03. PART II - They Stopped in Time - (pp. 277-431)
04. PART III - They Lost Nearly All - (pp. 435-559)
Appendices
i. The A.A. Tradition - (pp. 561-566)
ii. Spiritual Experience - (pp. 567-568)
iii. The Medical View On A.A. - (pp. 569-570)
iv. The Lasker Award - (pp. 571)
v. The Religious View on A.A. - (pp. 572)
vi. How to Get in Touch With A.A. - (pp. 573)
vii. Twelve Concepts (Short Form) - (pp. 574-575)
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A.A. Big Book in ASL
ASL Big Book - Preface
The Preface from the Fourth edition, of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
A brief overview of the four editions of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. How the content outlining A.A.’s program of recovery has been retained, while some of the stories have been changed over time to reflect the current membership.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to First Edition
The Foreword to the First edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
The original 1939 foreword. Introduces the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous, then a group of 100 members who had “recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body.” States the book’s purpose: “to show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered.” Stresses the importance of anonymity.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to Second Edition
The Foreword to the Second edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A.in American Sign Language (ASL).
Written in 1955. A brief history of Alcoholics Anonymous from 1939-55, including its growth in membership as well as its spread across the U.S., Canada and beyond. Introduces the Twelve Traditions for the first time. Gratitude for "friends of A.A."
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to Third Edition
The Foreword to the Third edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Written in 1976. Notes that A.A.membership was estimated at over one million in 90 countries, with participation of women and young people on the rise.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Foreword to Fourth Edition
The Foreword to the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. inAmerican Sign Language (ASL).
Written in 2001, at the “start of a new millennium.” Notes that A.A.membership wasover two million, with increasing diversity and global reach, thanks in large part to translations (Big Book in 44 language at the time) and technology (online meetings).
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - The Doctor's Opinion
The Doctor's Opinion, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
(Video) Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Audio Read AloudDr. William D. Silkworth, who treated Bill W. and other alcoholics, reported on the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous, then in its infancy, describing the physical "allergy" and the "phenomenon of craving" characteristic of alcoholism, as well as the "psychic change" necessary for recovery.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 1 - Bill's Story
Chapter 1 - Bill's Story, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Co-founder Bill W. recounts his descent from successful stockbroker to hopeless alcoholic—and explains how a visit from an old friend inspired his recovery and planted the seeds of Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 2 - There Is a Solution
Chapter 2 - There is a Solution, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Introduces the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous as a diverse group of alcoholics who have “lost the power of choice in drink” and whose common solution to their problem with alcoholinvolves a profound “spiritual experience.”
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 3 - More About Alcoholism
Chapter 3 - More About Alcoholism, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Illustrates the self-delusion of the active alcoholic through the stories of three men who continue to drink despite dire consequences, inevitably reaching a state of “pitiful and incomprehensible demoralization.”
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 4 - We Agnostics
Chapter 4 - We Agnostics, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Highlights a pathway to recovery for alcoholics who are atheist and agnostic while addressing the resistance some alcoholics may feel toward spirituality.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 5 - How It Works
Chapter 5 - How It Works, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Presents the Twelve Steps — A.A.’s program of recovery — and provides direction on taking Steps One through Four.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 6 - Into Action
Chapter 6 - Into Action, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Taking Steps Five through Eleven can help maintain not only physical sobriety but also personal transformation. This chapter describes how these Steps can lead to "a new freedom and a new happiness."
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 7 - Working with Others
Chapter 7 - Working with Others, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
The transmission of A.A.’s message of hope from one alcoholic to another is the core of A.A.’s recovery program. As discussed in this chapter, the Twelfth Step encapsulates how this can happen.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 8 - To Wives
Chapter 8 - To Wives, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
An alcoholic marriage can be fraught with distrust, frustration, loneliness and fear. This chapter, focused on the wives of alcoholics, explores some solutions.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 9 - The Family Afterward
Chapter 9 - The Family Afterward, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Alcoholism affects not just the alcoholic but the entire family. This chapter offers hope and counsel to family members when the alcoholic is beginning to recover through Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 10 - To Employers
Chapter 10 - To Employers, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Alcoholic employees can be disruptive to an organization. This chapter, directed to employers, outlines how problem drinkers in the workplace can be approached withA.A.’s message of hope and recovery.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Chapter 11 - A Vision For You
Chapter 11 - A Vision For You, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
This chapter recounts the birth of Alcoholics Anonymous: how the early members’ lives were transformed through the solution offered by A.A.’s program of recovery– a solution available to anyone who wants it.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Doctor Bob's Nightmare
Dr. Bob's Nightmare, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
A.A. co-founder Dr. Bob chronicles his many years as an active alcoholic and how meeting Bill W. enabled him to stop drinking.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix I – The A.A. Tradition
Appendix I - The A.A. Tradition, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
The Twelve Traditions are a set of principles by which Alcoholics Anonymous functions most effectively.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix II – Spiritual Experience
Appendix II - Spiritual Experience, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Describes how a profound "personality change" lies at the heart of A.A.’s program of recovery.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix III – The Medical View on A.A.
Appendix III - The Medical View on A.A., from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Five physicians endorse the therapeutic effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix IV – The Lasker Award
Appendix IV - The Lasker Award from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Notes the American Public Health Association’s 1951 presentation of an award to Alcoholics Anonymous in recognition of its “highly successful approach” to recovery from alcoholism.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix V – The Religious View on A.A.
Appendix V - The Religious View on A.A., from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Three members of the clergy "giving their blessing" to Alcoholics Anonymous.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
Big Book ASL - Appendix VI – How to Get in Touch With A.A.
Appendix VI - How to Get in Touch with A.A., from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Practical tips on finding Alcoholics Anonymous both locally and nationally. Includes general information on Al-Anon Family Groups.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org."
Big Book ASL - Appendix VII – Twelve Concepts (Short Form)
Appendix VII - Twelve Concepts, from the Fourth edition of the Big Book, "Alcoholics Anonymous," the basic text of A.A. in American Sign Language (ASL).
Written by Bill W., the Twelve Concepts for World Servicehelp to ensure thatA.A.’s service structure remains responsive and responsible to those it serves.
For more information on A.A., visit www.aa.org.
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Intro
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The Big Book: Title Page
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The Big Book: Copyright Information
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The Big Book: Preface
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The Big Book: Foreword to First Edition
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The Big Book: Foreword to Second Edition
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The Big Book: Foreword to Third Edition
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The Big Book: The Doctor's Opinion
Chapters
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The Big Book: Chapter 1 — Bill's Story
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The Big Book: Chapter 2 — There Is a Solution
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The Big Book: Chapter 3 — More About Alcoholism
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The Big Book: Chapter 4 - We Agnostics
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The Big Book: Chapter 5 — How It Works
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The Big Book: Chapter 6 — Into Action
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The Big Book: Chapter 7 — Working with Others
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The Big Book: Chapter 8 — To Wives
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The Big Book: Chapter 9 — The Family Afterward
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The Big Book: Chapter 10 — To Employers
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The Big Book: Chapter 11 — A Vision for You
Personal Stories - Part I
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PERSONAL STORIES
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Part I — Pioneers of A.A.
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Doctor Bob's Nightmare
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(1) Alcoholics Anonymous Number Three
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(2) Gratitude in Action
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(3) Women Suffer Too
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(4) Our Southern Friend
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(5) The Vicious Cycle
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(6) Jim's Story
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(7) The Man Who Mastered Fear
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(9) The Keys of the Kingdom
Personal Stories - Part II
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Part II — They Stopped In Time
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(1) The Missing Link
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(2) Fear of Fear
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(3) The Housewife Who Drank at Home
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(4) Physician, Heal Thyself
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(5) My Chance to Live
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(6) Student Of Life
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(7) Crossing the River of Denial
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(8) Because I'm an Alcoholic
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(9) It Might Have Been Worse
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(10) Tightrope
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(11) Flooded With Feeling
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(12) Winner Takes All
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(13) Me an Alcoholic?
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(14) The Perpetual Quest
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(15) A Drunk, Like You
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(16) Acceptance Was the Answer
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(17) Window of Opportunity
Personal Stories - Part III
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(1) My Bottle, My Resentments, and Me
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(2) He Lived Only to Drink
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(3) Safe Haven
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(4) Listening to the Wind
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(5) Twice Gifted
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(6) Building a New Life
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(7) On the Move
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(8) A Vision of Recovery
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(9) Gutter Bravado
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(10) Empty on the Inside
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(11) Grounded
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(12) Another Chance
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(13) A Late Start
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(14) Freedom From Bondage
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(15) A.A. Taught Him to Handle Sobriety
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APPENDICES
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The Big Book: I - The A.A. Tradition
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The Big Book: II - Spiritual Experience
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The Big Book: III - The Medical View on A.A.
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The Big Book: VI - How To Get in Touch With A.A.
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The Big Book: VII - Twelve Concepts (Short Form)
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A.A. Literature
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FAQs
Why is the book Alcoholics Anonymous called the Big Book? ›
The text got this name because the first edition of the book had rather thick pages, making the book even thicker than its content would suggest. The book is designed to be a basic treatise on how to achieve recovery from alcohol addiction and was primarily written by one of the founding members of AA, William G.
What is the most current edition of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›The fourth edition of Alcoholics Anonymous, affectionately known as the Big Book, includes twenty-four new stories and continues to pass on AA's message of hope and recovery to millions.
How many editions are there of the big book of alcoholics anonymous? ›April 10, 1939 (1st ed.) 1955 (2nd ed.) 1976 (3rd ed.) 2001 (4th ed.)
Who wrote me an alcoholic in the Big Book? ›1st Edition “Big Book”
The title of the book Bill Wilson wrote is Alcoholics Anonymous, but it is referred to by AA members as the “Big Book.” It's main objective is to help the alcoholic find a power greater than himself that will solve his problem. The “problem” being an inability to stay sober on his or her own.
Take the Big Book wherever you go! Whether you're new to AA, or you're a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. The free version features the full text of the Big Book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more!
Is the word Jesus in the AA Big Book? ›The final version of the book directs AA followers to embrace a "higher power" and "God of your understanding" instead of "God" or "Jesus Christ" as they follow a path to sobriety.
How much does alcoholics anonymous book cost? ›| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 - 19 | $12.00 |
| 20 - 99 | $11.28 |
| 100 - 199 | $10.56 |
| 200 + | $9.84 |
A lot of people who try Alcoholics Anonymous – or even those who don't but have heard of it – think it is a religious organisation. That is not true. AA is not affiliated to any religion or anything else for that matter. It is a series of self-governing self-help groups.
What is step 4 in big book Alcoholics Anonymous? ›“Step 4 is called the Inventory Step. This simply means taking an honest look at all of your good and bad character traits. Peeling back the curtain and exposing IT ALL. When you take inventory, you take notes or write down ALL that you have on hand.
Is there a workbook for Alcoholics Anonymous? ›The workbook is intended to be a useful guide for the newcomer to AA and to help those with some length of time in AA to thoroughly review the book and capture in writing their own personal viewpoints on their own sobriety.
Is the Big Book outdated? ›
It was written in the late 1930s and hasn't changed since. It has become outdated and, in many cases, dangerous. For example, “The Doctor's Opinion” runs just over 7 pages and remains, just as first written.
Is alcoholism a disease or a disorder? ›Most medical professionals agree. The American Medical Association (AMA) classified alcoholism as a disease in 1956 and included addiction as a disease in 1987.
What not to say at an AA meeting? ›- Unrelated Topics. ...
- Controversial Topics. ...
- Substance Use Behaviors. ...
- Distressing or Traumatic Incidents. ...
- Grievances or Resentments.
Addiction specialists cite success rates slightly higher, between 8% and 12%. A New York Times article stated that AA claims that up to 75% of its members stay abstinent. Alcoholics Anonymous' Big Book touts about a 50% success rate, stating that another 25% remain sober after some relapses.
Who was number 3 alcoholic in the Big Book? ›Bill Dotson, the "Man on the Bed," was AA number 3. At his death, he had not had a drink in more than nineteen years. His date of sobriety was the date he entered Akron's City Hospital for his last detox, June 26, 1935.
What are the hideous four horsemen? ›"The Hideous Four Horsemen – Terror, Bewilderment, Frustration, Despair. Unhappy drinkers will understand!" is an important reference within the Big Book by Alcoholics Anonymous.
What is the main purpose of the Big Book? ›Alcoholics Anonymous, also known as the “Big Book,” presents the A.A. program for recovery from alcoholism. First published in 1939, its purpose was to show other alcoholics how the first 100 people of A.A. got sober.
How many times is God mentioned in the Big Book? ›The word “God”, or another version of “Him”, is found 281 times in the first 164 pages of the Big Book.
What book is D and C in the Bible? ›History. The Doctrine and Covenants was first published in 1835 as a later version of the Book of Commandments, which had been partially printed in 1833.
Which book did Jesus write? ›Following "Jesus the Man" and "Jesus of the Apocalypse", this is Thiering's third work on the life of Jesus. She takes another bold, controversial step in looking at the New Testament and develops the theory that the Book of John was written by Jesus himself.
What is Jesus in alphabetical order? ›
Jesus is our Alpha, our Adonai, Advocate, the Almighty, the Author and Finisher of our faith. He is the Babe of Bethlehem, the Bridegroom, the Bread of life, the Bright and Morning Star. He is the Christ, the Creator, the Cornerstone, the Counselor, the Chosen One, the Chief Shepherd.
What is the average age of a member of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. This is A.A. General Service Conference-approved literature. The average age of an A.A. member is 47 years. About A.A.
What is the golden rule Alcoholics Anonymous? ›I must treat everyone with respect, and that goes for the smallest, innocent child to the most errant rogue that I might encounter.
How often do you go to Alcoholics Anonymous? ›How Often Should I Go to AA Meetings? There is no set number of meetings you should attend. Some people go every day, while other people only go when they feel like they need to.
What are the disadvantages of AA? ›While it is true that AA does have a number of weaknesses most notably of which is the induction of feelings of guilt and to some extent helplessness in its members, even its critics acknowledge that AA does not manipulate its members for the personal advantage of any one person or group of people.
Do you have to believe in God to go to AA? ›A.A. is not a religious organization. Alcoholics Anonymous has only one requirement for member- ship, and that is the desire to stop drinking. There is room in A.A. for people of all shades of belief and non-belief.
What are some criticisms of AA? ›The Success Rate of Alcoholics Anonymous
Another criticism of AA is its poor success rate. It is claimed that the percentage of people who manage to escape their addiction using this program may be as low as 5%. If this is true then it certainly does cast doubt on the effectiveness of the program.
The “Seventh Step Prayer” is a great way to right-size your day: “My creator, I am now willing that you should have all of me, good and bad. I pray that you now remove from me every single defect of character which stands in the way of my usefulness to you and my fellows.
What are the ABCs of Alcoholics Anonymous? ›That's where the ABCs of Recovery come into play. They are Acceptance, Believe, and Change. It all starts with acceptance.
What is step 6 in Big book? ›AA's Step 6: Were entirely ready to have God remove all our defects of character. AA's Step 7: Humbly asked God to remove our shortcomings. But Steps Six and Seven are only briefly discussed in the book Alcoholics Anonymous—commonly called the Big Book.
Can you date in Alcoholics Anonymous? ›
The official policy of Alcoholics Anonymous (as laid out in the Big Book) does not specifically close the door to dating in the early period of sobriety, but abstaining from relationships is an integral part of the conversation.
How does Alcoholics Anonymous make money? ›AA groups are self-supporting, relying on voluntary donations from members to cover expenses. The AA General Service Office (GSO) limits contributions to US$3,000 a year.
Why does Alcoholics Anonymous exist? ›Alcoholics Anonymous was created in 1935 by recovering alcoholic Bill Wilson. Wilson had been failing at his Wall Street career because his drinking was so out of hand that he was admitted into the hospital a number of times. Friends tried to help Bill, including his childhood drinking buddy, Ebby Thacher.
What are the most important pages of the Big Book? ›The first 164 pages of the Big Book are the basic text. The first 164 pages explain the alcoholic problem and how to solve it. Because it helped so many people recover, the Alcoholics Anonymous organization did not change it.
What are the must in the Big Book? ›People have said we must not go where liquor is served; we must not have it in our homes; we must shun friends who drink; we must avoid moving pictures which show drinking scenes; we must not go into bars; our friends must hide their bottles if we go to their houses; we mustn't think or be reminded about alcohol at all ...
Is there a 5th edition of the Big Book? ›Call for stories – Fifth Edition of the Book Alcoholics Anonymous ―Big Book.
What are the 4 types of drinker? ›- Social drinking. To date, nearly all the research on drinking motives has been done on teens and young adults. ...
- Drinking to conform. ...
- Drinking for enhancement. ...
- Drinking to cope.
Alcohol abuse can cause signs and symptoms of depression, anxiety, psychosis, and antisocial behavior, both during intoxication and during withdrawal. At times, these symptoms and signs cluster, last for weeks, and mimic frank psychiatric disorders (i.e., are alcohol–induced syndromes).
How many drinks a week is considered an alcoholic? ›Heavy Alcohol Use:
For men, consuming more than 4 drinks on any day or more than 14 drinks per week. For women, consuming more than 3 drinks on any day or more than 7 drinks per week.
- Drink Coffee. Drinking a strong black coffee is sometimes suggested by helpful friends as a means of 'sobering up'. ...
- Take a cold shower. Standing under some cold water will shock your body into sobering up. ...
- Eat. ...
- Sleep. ...
- Exercise.
What are the three questions in AA? ›
Step Three Of AA Questions
How has acting on my own self-will affected my life? How has it affected others? How can I take action to turn it over? What is the difference between my will and God's will?
“God, Please help me to be free of anger and to see that the world and its people have dominated me. Show me that the wrong-doing of others, fancied or real, has the power to actually kill me. Help me to master my resentments by understanding that the people who wrong me were perhaps spiritually sick.
Is AA the best way to get sober? ›AA shines. Most of the studies that measured abstinence found AA was significantly better than other interventions or no intervention. In one study, it was found to be 60% more effective.
What works better than AA? ›- Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) Recovery.
- Women for Sobriety.
- Secular Organizations for Sobriety (S.O.S.).
- LifeRing Secular Recovery.
- Moderation Management.
- Evidence-based and science-based treatments.
- Holistic therapies.
- Experiential therapies.
James H. is truly a unique individual. He is ninety-five years old, sixty-six years sober, and one of the greatest "life-changers" of the past one hundred years.
Is the official name of the Big Book Alcoholics Anonymous? ›The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), officially known as “Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism,” is the foundational text of AA and its 12 Step program.
How many Alcoholics Anonymous Big Books have been sold? ›It is one of the best-selling books of all time, having sold 30 million copies.
Who died of alcoholism? ›- Daniel Webster. > Known as: Famed 19th-century lawyer, Congressman, and Secretary of State. ...
- Franklin Pierce. ...
- Bix Beiderbecke. ...
- F. ...
- Dylan Thomas. ...
- Joseph McCarthy. ...
- Lester Young. ...
- Brendan Behan.