Welcome,
It takes great courage to take the risk and go to that first Al-Anon meeting. It isn't easy to go against old beliefs and fears and reach out for to to other people for strength, guidance and support.. Finding the willingness to admit that we need help can be one of the greatest challenges we ever face, but it can also be one of the most rewarding. When we finally realize that we are sick and tired of being sick and tired, we open the door to unlimited possibilities for change, hope and for a happier and richer life.
When it becomes clear that the best thing we can do for ourselves and our loved ones is to get help for ourselves, many of us decide to go to an Al-Anon meeting. Because we may be reluctant to open up to strangers, we are relieved to learn that we can attend Al-Anon meetings without being obligated to say a word to anyone. We don't have to justify why we have come or explain our concerns to anyone. We are always welcome to participate in the meetings and open up only as little as we feel comfortable doing, but no one will ever force anyone to share. We can simply show up and listen until we feel more comfortable getting more actively involved.
You will find love, understanding and a lot of hope from Al-Anon Family Groups. Al-Anon will work for you if you allow it to. It's as effective as you make it, it's a safe place, the right place to be.
When it becomes clear that the best thing we can do for ourselves and our loved ones is to get help for ourselves, many of us decide to go to an Al-Anon meeting. Because we may be reluctant to open up to strangers, we are relieved to learn that we can attend Al-Anon meetings without being obligated to say a word to anyone. We don't have to justify why we have come or explain our concerns to anyone. We are always welcome to participate in the meetings and open up only as little as we feel comfortable doing, but no one will ever force anyone to share. We can simply show up and listen until we feel more comfortable getting more actively involved.
You will find love, understanding and a lot of hope from Al-Anon Family Groups. Al-Anon will work for you if you allow it to. It's as effective as you make it, it's a safe place, the right place to be.
- How will Al-Anon help me?
- Who are the members of Al-Anon and Alateen?
- How do I find a meeting?
- Do I have to say anything at a meeting?
- Will anyone say I've been there?
- How much is this going to cost?
- Is this a religious fellowship?
- What is alcoholism?
- Who are alcoholics?
- How do alcoholics affect families and friends?
Podcasts
1. Why did we come to an Al-Anon meeting?
2. Did we cause our loved one to drink?
3. What does it mean our lives became unmanageable?
4. Why did I feel afraid to go to my first Al-Anon meeting?
5.How did i feel at my first Al-Anon Meeting?
6. What is the First Step in Al-Anon?
2. Did we cause our loved one to drink?
3. What does it mean our lives became unmanageable?
4. Why did I feel afraid to go to my first Al-Anon meeting?
5.How did i feel at my first Al-Anon Meeting?
6. What is the First Step in Al-Anon?
Podcasts
* Anonymity in Al-Anon
* One day at a time in Al-Anon
* Can a young man ask for help?
* What can a young woman find in Al-Anon?
* How do you deal with unacceptable behavior
* How do you feel about family secrets
* Has alcoholism affected your children?
* Did you grow up with a problem drinker?
* Do you think the drinking is your fault?
* What do you think about anger?
* Have you ever felt really afraid?
* How do you handle drinking during the holidays?
* Dear Abby recommends Al-Anon Family Groups
* A counselor sees relief for families
Al-Anon Welcomes Gays & Lesbians
Al-Anon @ 2010 AA Intl Conv
Session 1
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