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Decoding AA Jargon: A Newcomer's Guide to "Spiritual Experience," "Higher Power," and "Sponsorship"

Walking into your first Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting can feel a bit like landing in a foreign country without a phrasebook. You hear people talk about their "Higher Power," a "spiritual experience," or how their "sponsor" helped them through a difficult time. While this language is a comfortable shorthand for those who've been in the program for a while, it can be a significant roadblock for newcomers.

Catherine Merola

2 days ago5 min read

Navigating Recovery's Roadmap: Essential Tools for the Big Book and the 12&12

For millions of people worldwide, the journey out of addiction and into recovery begins with two seminal texts: Alcoholics Anonymous, affectionately known as "the Big Book," and Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, or "the 12&12." These books are more than just literature; they are a spiritual and practical guide to a new way of living.

Catherine Merola

3 days ago4 min read

A Guide to Gifting & Giving: Meaningful Resources for Your AA Sponsee

Embarking on the journey of recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous is a profound and often challenging experience. The 12-Step program, with its emphasis on spiritual awakening and service, forms the bedrock of a new way of life.

Catherine Merola

3 days ago4 min read