It is the A.A. member’s responsibility, and not that of the media, to maintain our cherished Tradition of anonymity. A.A. members generally think it unwise to break the anonymity of the member even after the member’s death, but in each situation, the final decision must rest with the family.
In Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age, Bill W.’s 1955 speech, in which he describes the adoption of the symbol, is printed: "Above us floats a banner on which is inscribed the new symbol for A.A., a circle enclosing a triangle. The circle stands for the whole world of A.A., and the triangle stands for A.A.’s Three Legacies of Recovery, Unity ...
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has become synonymous with the concepts of recovery and sobriety and has been instrumental in changing the conversation surrounding addiction since its inception 80 years ago. As the psychology and science of addiction evolves, the role of AA may change, but is likely to remain a cornerstone of many people’s ...
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) helps alcoholics to recover. A Fellowship, alcoholics help each other and reach out to others struggling with alcoholism. Founded in 1935, our approach works. Today, two million members around the world now live a new way of life.
We are not anonymous to each other, but we are anonymous to those outside of Alcoholics Anonymous. Anonymity at the Public Level . At the public level of press, radio, TV, film/video other public forms of the Internet and social media platforms, anonymity stresses the equality of all AA members. Anonymity at the public level is an important ...
This flyer presents basic information on Alcoholics Anonymous both for those who think they may have a drinking problem and for those who come in contact with them. View PDF. View PDF. Right to Use. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with A.A. World Services, Inc. Content Use Policy.
Beginners: This meeting is designed for people new to Alcoholics Anonymous.A member who has maintained sobriety generally leads these meetings, which can take the form of a discussion or they can involve a deeper dive into the first three steps of the program's Twelve Steps.; Discussion: This type of meeting is led by a "leader" or "chair" who chooses what will be talked about during the ...
Alcoholics Anonymous operates on a peer-support model to help individuals overcome alcoholism. A key principle of AA is anonymity, ensuring a safe and confidential environment where members can openly share their struggles without fear of external judgment.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an international fellowship requiring no membership dues or fees. It is dedicated to helping alcoholics achieve sobriety. In AA, this is achieved through its spiritually inclined Twelve Steps program. Structurally, it is guided by its Twelve Traditions. AA is nonprofessional and non-denominational.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is one of the most influential and widely recognized recovery programs in the world. Since its founding in the 1930s, it has helped millions of people struggling with alcohol addiction find a path to sobriety. The history of Alcoholics Anonymous is a remarkable story of hope, perseverance, and community, rooted in the belief that mutual support and spiritual growth ...
The word “anonymity” is defined as the state of being anonymous, but anonymity in AA has a deeper meaning. This word is primarily found within the 11th and 12fth traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. The founding members of AA created the traditions to keep the primary purpose of AA in focus: helping people recover from alcoholism.
The short answer is yes, Alcoholics Anonymous is free. The only requirement for AA members is a desire to stop drinking. 1 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) comprises 12 Steps and 12 Traditions. The steps are a path to sobriety, and the traditions comprise the structure of the program to protect its primary purpose: ...
What is Alcoholics Anonymous? View more FAQs We are a Fellowship of people who have lost the ability to control our drinking and have found ourselves in various kinds of trouble as a result of drinking.
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our ...
What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)? Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship of men and women who currently have or have had a drinking problem in the past. AA is self-described as “nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere.” ...
The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous are a set of guiding principles designed to help individuals recover from addiction, build spiritual connection, and lead more honest and purposeful lives. Originally created for people struggling with alcohol use by founders Bill Wilson (Bill W.) and Dr. Bob Smith, these steps have since been adapted by ...
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a global fellowship offering a 12-step program to help individuals recover from alcoholism. Through meetings and support, AA provides a community focused on sobriety, personal growth, and spiritual development.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a globally recognized support group that assists individuals struggling with alcohol addiction. It was founded in 1935 by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith.
