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Monthly articles on recovery and fellowship written by members of A.A. in San Francisco and Marin.
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| Pride & Humility August 1, 2019 by The Point by Anonymous When I was a barroom drunk, the lounge was my living room. The only reason that I went to my apartment was to shower and to sleep. Words like humility or ego were never mentioned. As I look back, I realize that the bar was my place of refuge, where I felt safe … Continue reading Pride & Humility |
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| Christina’s Way August 1, 2019 by The Point by Bree L. I started drinking in 8th grade; I was 12. I’d sneak down and drink all the left-over cocktails after my parent’s parties. My high school A’s and B’s went to B’s and C’s and a few D’s when I started smoking pot. After my high school graduation, I was smack dab into … Continue reading Christina’s Way |
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| Is Buddhism OK in A.A.? August 1, 2019 by The Point by Kathleen C. There are a lot of Buddhists in San Francisco and Marin A.A. A lot. Many of my favorite people. Old-timers, paragons of service, pillars of the A.A. community. Yet it gives me a twinge when I hear someone in a meeting quote their favorite Buddhist teacher or promote principles or tenets of … Continue reading Is Buddhism OK in A.A.? |
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| All the Steps a Stage August 1, 2019 by The Point by John W. When I first got sober and worked the steps, I completed a thorough Step Eight (to the best of my ability at the time, which my sponsor had approved). I saved the experience in my spiritual tool kit for the days to follow. Step Ten of course kept me on track as … Continue reading All the Steps a Stage |
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| Fascinating Adventure August 1, 2019 by The Point by Rick R. As we approach Step Eight in the 12 & 12 (Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions), it describes the A.A. journey as a “moving and fascinating adventure” (Page 77). In Step Nine we start the process of making amends, and by then we realize that the promises are already starting to materialize. It … Continue reading Fascinating Adventure |
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| Step 8: Into Action August 1, 2019 by The Point by Robert S. It wasn’t always easy to be completely honest about all the persons and businesses I had harmed. For many years I blocked out most of these painful memories. How I disgraced my well-respected father, mother, sister and family in general with my frequent public intoxication notices in the local newspaper. There was … Continue reading Step 8: Into Action |
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| Point Honors | August 2019 August 1, 2019 by The Point Individual contributions to Central Office were made through July 15, 2019 honoring the following members: |
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| Faithful Fivers | August 2019 August 1, 2019 by The Point Faithful Fivers are A.A. members who graciously pledge to contribute at least $5 each month toward the support of Central Office. Faithful Fiver contributions go a long way in helping make our vital services possible. |
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