The twelve steps reprinted and adapted with permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to others, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. These are the principles that made our recovery possible. Some terms that need a definition that applies to their use in narcotics anonymous common welfare na fellowship service centers outside issues na unity na program special workers n. Below is the printed version of the 12 steps of narcotics. We keep what we have only with vigilance, and just as freedom for the individual comes from the twelve steps, so freedom for the group springs from our traditions. Essays on the 12 steps and 12 traditions of alcoholics anonymous by cofounder bill wilson.
Reprinted with permission of alanon family group headquarters, inc. Some meetings may include speakers, or people sharing about their experiences. The twelve steps and twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. They were originally written by bill wilson after the founding of the first twelvestep group, alcoholics anonymous. God, as we understood him, praying only for knowledge of his will for us and the. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with. World services and its subsidiaries were not involved within the production of this. They claim that if you follow the 12 steps and comply with the 12 traditions, you will lead a life away from your addiction. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions twelve steps and twelve traditions twelve steps and twelve traditions a cofounder of alcoholics anonymous tells how members recover and how the society functions. This book is not meant to be an exhaustive study of na s steps and traditions, nor is it meant to be the final word on any aspect of re. 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. The spiritual principles of the 12 traditions the purpose of our emotional sobriety workshop is to deepen our program by learning new ways to expand our application of the program of alcoholics anonymous and to help us awaken to the powerful spiritual principles embodied in the twelve steps. Twelve steps and twelve traditions paperback 31 dec.
The twelve traditions of narcotics anonymous na recovery. As long as the ties that bind us together are stronger than those that would tear us apart, all will be well. This program is based off a set of 12 steps and 12 traditions. Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to addicts, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. The big book serves as the foundation for the alcoholics anonymous 12step program. The more you do, the more you uncover about the 12 steps and 12 traditions. Step six 63 were entirely ready to have god remove all these defects of character. As an individual, you want to reach your goal of sobriety. The twelve traditions are associated with the 12 steps, only rather than personal guidelines for the addict or alcoholic, theyre general.
Other members find their higher power in a friend, in nature, in the book alcoholics anonymous, in their aa group or any other source of outside help. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. Alanons twelve steps, 1996 by alanon family group headquarters, inc. The twelve traditions of cocaine anonymous the twelve traditions comprise the organizational guidelines under which the autonomous groups of c. Twelve step groups around the world rely on the twelve steps and twelve traditions, the basic text regarding the aa way of life and the traditions by which aa maintains its unity. Narcotics anonymous offers recovery from the effects of addiction through working a twelvestep program, including regular attendance at group meetings. Twelve steps and twelve traditions spanish book summary. These twelve traditions are to the groups what the twelve steps are to the individual. Narcotics anonymous meetings are bound by the principles of the twelve steps, twelve traditions, and twelve concepts of na. We realize that, whether written or verbal, no discussion of something as personal and individual as recovery can be all things to all people. World services and its subsidiaries were not involved within the. Narcotics anonymous, the twelve traditions of na, naws, 2009. After that, youll find that meetings are all quite different from each other.
The twelve traditions of twelvestep programs provide guidelines for relationships between the twelvestep groups, members, other groups, the global fellowship, and society at large. Step 12 having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to other sex addicts, and to practice these principles in our lives. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to other codependents, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. You will gain knowledge and an understanding of alcoholism and what the 12 steps are intended to do. Discover why the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa are used by. The twelve steps and twelve traditions are reprinted and adapted with permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Twelve steps of naranon family group elaboration of the steps see links below. If you want what we have to offer, and are willing to make the effort to get it, then you are ready to take certain steps.
Typically, both na and aa meetings begin with reading the 12 steps. Overeaters anonymous, baltimore area intergroup home the. The science behind the 12 steps of narcotics anonymous. 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 alcoholics.
The following are the 12 steps of narcotics anonymous, also referred to as na. Outlining the steps and traditions that make aa famous. A narcotics anonymous meeting is any two or more recovering addicts who meet together for the purpose of recovery from the disease of addiction. Learn what the 12 steps of aa are and how these principles can be applied to recovery from addiction. The basic text clarifies the steps which constitute the aa way of life and the traditions, by which aa maintains its unity. The 12 traditions the twelve traditions are the means by which oa remains unified in a common cause. We admitted that we were powerless over our addiction. A cofounder of alcoholics anonymous tells how members recover and how the society functions. Originally published in 1952, twelve steps and twelve traditions is the classic book used by aa members and groups around the world. This is to ensure a clear, consistent, and focused message of recovery. Step five is difficult but neces sary to sobriety and peace of mind. To read a pdf version of the twelve steps and twelve traditions click here.
The twelve traditions of na we keep what we have only with vigilance, and just as freedom for the individual comes from the twelve steps, so freedom for the group springs from our traditions. Not to be confused with or substituted for the 12 step program of recovery as outlined in the first 164 pages of the big book. Twelve steps and twelve traditions pdf of alcoholics anonymous. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care continue reading 12 steps and 12 traditions. The twelve steps and twelve traditions cocaine anonymous.
Step five 55 admitted to god, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. We admitted we were powerless over the addict that our lives had become unmanageable. We admitted that we were powerless over our addiction, that our lives had become unmanageable. Each of the 12 steps of na help addicts of every kind move closer towards fully realizing the extent of their. I also appreciated the information on the 12 traditions which helped me to understand al anon groups more. Principles in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. The 12 traditions describe the primary purpose, collective need, requirements for membership and service, priorities, and restrictions necessary for the process of the 12 steps to occur in an na meeting, within the. Meetings usually last an hour or an hourandahalf, and.
The twelve steps of narcotics anonymoushow it works. Came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. Contact us inland empire central office of alcoholics. You may also hear people reciting the serenity prayer or the 12 traditions. Twelve steps and twelve traditions the world famous eye opener. Permission to reprint and adapt the twelve steps and twelve traditions does not mean that a. Alanons twelve steps and twelve traditions by alanon. This book provides further details abouts the 12 steps. Newcomers to a 12step group will often place their entire focus on the twelve steps and pay less mind to the twelve traditions. Only narcotics anonymous conference or fellowshipapproved literature and tapes are used in na meetings. Without fearless admission of defects, few could stay sober.
Our meetings are conducted by addicts, for addicts. The process of recovery is outlined in the 12 steps. Pdf version based upon the text of the windows help version and published by arid media. Common symptoms of emotional insecurit y are worry, anger, selfpity, and depression. The 12 steps of na are meant to provide a clear, workable, and realistic guideline for changing patterns of behavior and helping to alter the fundamental modes of thinking that have fueled an addicts substance abuse for so long. Twelve steps of alcoholics anonymous hazelden betty ford.
Clouds on a blue background on the front of this wallet card with the twelve steps yellow background on the back lists the twelve traditions. Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions, ever reminding us to place principles before personalities. Pdf twelve steps and twelve traditions download read. Clouds on a blue background on the front of this wallet card with the twelve steps.
The book dedicates a chapter to each step and each tradition, providing a detailed interpretation of these principles for personal recovery and the organization of the group. What are the twelve steps and twelve traditions of aa. Volunteers run weekly na 12step meetings, serve as sponsors for new members, and carry on the traditions put in place by the fellowship over the course of its history. Definitely worth reading if you are going to or are working the 12 steps. We admitted we were powerless over cocaine and all other mindaltering substances that our lives had become unmanageable. Twelve steps and twelve traditions softcover hazelden. Twelve steps and twelve traditions is a 1953 book, which explains the 24 basic principles of alcoholics anonymous and their application. The 12 steps of narcotics anonymous vary from that of alcoholics anonymous in the fact that in the writing of the twelve steps of aa it says alcohol while na addresses addiction in the printing of it. Twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous. They are the guidelines 9 that keep our fellowship alive and free.
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