Acceptance is the answer beach sunrise color bronze aa. Aa acceptance is the answer coffee mug recoveryworld. Jul 02, 20 acceptance page 417 alcoholics anonymous 4th edition posted on july 2, 20 by greatpoetrymhf. Acceptance is one of the basic building blocks of a 12step program. Super uplifting recovery gift for him or her in any 12 step group. On page 552 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous their basic text, there is a very helpful suggestion on how to rid yourself of resentments towards a person. Recovery shop is home to many unique designs related to alcoholics anonymous. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. The role of acceptance in coping with alcohol addiction. The page 552 prayer to end resentments sober catholic.
When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situationsome fact of my lifeunacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Big book acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Acceptance and acceptance is the answer to all my problems. It was indeed the the beginning of a happy and joyous life. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situationsome fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. According to the book on page 417, it is clearly mentioned the fundamental step towards emancipation is acceptance, coming into terms with reality, realizing the ground truth that one is indeed addicted. The 4th edition changed the name of the story to acceptance was the answer and moved the story. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover as of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise. Acceptance is the answer to all my problems today bronze alcoholics anonymous coin sunset beach picture in bronze 1 516 33mm medallion half dollar size 3d raised text on both sides. Sep 01, 2017 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. In 1939, the year the book called alcoholics anonymous, but commonly referred to as the big book was published.
When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation. On page 417 of the aa big book, one of the secrets to relinquish alcoholism with success is mentioned. I need to concentrate not so much on what needs to be changed in the world as on what needs to be changed in me and my attitudes. The quote is taken from page 417 found in the alcoholics anonymous big book. Alcoholics anonymous quotes quotable quote and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. According to the writer of that big book chapter, they had held a deep resentment towards someone. Never in my wildest moments had it occurred to me that i might like to be an.
Miracles in progress 12 step recovery forums alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous acceptance pg. Acceptance aa big book p 417 a vision for you p163164. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. Yet, we believe we can make some definite and valuable suggestions. Acceptance was the answer the physician wasnt hooked, he thoughthe just prescribed drugs medically indicated for his many ailments. Paul ohliger wrote the chapter doctor, alcoholic, addict published in the 3rd edition of alcoholics anonymous. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being. And, acceptance is the answer to all my problems today.
Today i find its the best thing that has ever happened to me. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Aa acceptance from big book pg 417 engraved plaque, all. Acceptance from aa big book page 449 417 on back great gift for anyone in sobriety or going through a life change. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is. Pauls simple experience of acceptance and perseverance serves as an inspiration for thousands of aa members. Acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Mindfulness and acceptance in alcoholics anonymous. Mar 02, 2014 in the book, alcoholics anonymous, page 449, there is a prayer in the middle of the page, first new paragraph. Big book acceptance was the answer linkedin slideshare. Re acceptance bookmark alcoholics anonymous recoveryshop. Its from the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is widely known. My sponsor suggested i type it up and put it somewhere in the house where i see it all the time. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or.
Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. From page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. It works, if we have the proper attitude and work at it. We routinely read the acceptance passage from page 417 of the personal story section of the big book at my home group meeting. Alcoholics anonymous quotes by alcoholics anonymous. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. And acceptance to is the answer to all my problems today. His most quoted passage possibly the most quoted passage in the entire big book was on page 449.
Acceptance of alcoholism this short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. And acceptance is the answer to all my problems today bronze medallion sunset beach color picture and bronze 1 516 33mm medallion half dollar size 3d raised text on both sides. Big book personal stories part ii alcoholics anonymous. The aa acceptance bookmark features a quote from the story acceptance was the answer. This is the official website of the general service office g. In the book, alcoholics anonymous, page 449, there is a prayer in the middle of the page, first new paragraph. Feb 21, 2019 aa big book page 417 420 veronica aquino. Jul 24, 2018 acceptance aa big book p 417 a vision for you p163164.
Page 417 acceptance alcoholics anonymous fourth edition acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Acceptance page 417 alcoholics anonymous 4th edition. Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. The 164 and more book, ebook, and web site are all concordances which display passages from the big book alcoholics anonymous, the twelve steps and twelve traditions, and the a. 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. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at. Laser engraved acceptance quote from page 417 in the aa big book 6 x 8 hardwood wall plaque. Acceptance i know some people get really tired of the big book quotes. The acceptance prayer esselman counseling services.
The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book. I firmly believe the big books promise that my troubles are of my own making, that being said my current teachers tells. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situationsome fact of my lifeunacceptable to me, and. Jan 29, 2006 acceptance and acceptance is the answer to all my problems. Acceptance and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situationsome fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at. Aug 24, 2014 on page 552 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous their basic text, there is a very helpful suggestion on how to rid yourself of resentments towards a person. See page 449 in the 3rd edition or page 417 in the 4th edition. Jan, 2020 acceptance of alcoholism this short passage about acceptance may be one of the most quoted passages in recovery literature. Acceptance aka page 449, page 417 or acceptence acceptance was an idea in a personal story introduced in the 3rd edition and stories are not included here.
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