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Starting my day over

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
A mom in California writes about fellowship, grief, kindness, humor and being present

My homies

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
She keeps her home group close to her heart—especially when she’s far away

Borrowed Faith

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
He was back in detox again, but this time was different. A fellow member helped open his soul

Lesson Learned

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
On a sober career path across the world, a teacher asks for help and gets it

Light in the Darkness

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
I was reading it aloud to the girls, and I got emotional. This surprised me because that hadn’t happened the first time I read it alone.

Where are the Newcomers?

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
A member wonders if her group could explore some new ways to fulfill its primary purpose

Something had changed

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
I felt amazing. I went for a long walk on the sea wall in Vancouver, skipping over park benches and talking continuously with my Higher Power.

The secrets we share

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
There’s nothing like telling another alcoholic who we really are and what we have done

A stronger group

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
Substantial unanimity helps the majority slow down and hear the voice of the minority opinion. Sometimes the voice of a loving God is trying to speak through others.

AA will catch us

May 2022 | 60th Anniversary of the Concepts
As she swings through AA life, she knows it’s OK to take chances because the Concepts help form a safety net

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