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Freetime · Freetime

The December 31 reading in Hope for Today reflects on the consistently repeated phrases heard in the Suggested Welcome and Closing at Al-Anon meetings.No situation is really hopeless, and we can find contentment and even happiness whether the alcoholic is still drinking or notWe can put our prob...

Skorpi · Skorpi

Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author shares that there are times when everything the alcoholic in their life does irritates them. It seems that the alcoholic even pours the breakfast cereal wrong! The author uses this as an opportunity to reflect on what is going on internally. Is there a revie...

Lyne · Lyne

The writer ponders the issue of facing different opinions, and what to do at that point: take a stance that one is right and one is wrong, defend oneself, take the disagreement personally, or be grateful that there are numerous ways of looking at life. The writer goes on to say if we can practice grati...

Enigmatic · Enigmatic

Today's reading encourages exploration of our intentions, particularly the gaps between intended and actual outcomes.For a variety of reasons, it is possible that our intention in anything from offering kind encouragement, increasing productivity, offering kind assistance, to creating an...

JamesCT · JamesCT

I got a report this morning that the person who took over the old chatroom is still bothering people. If this person is in the new chatroom, please send a message to me. In the new chat room I have the power to ban this person if we're in the chat at the same time. If you're still going to the old chatroom, stop...

Iamhere · Iamhere

https://alanon.activeboard.com/t68108906/service-positions-moderation-for-chatm...

nursedebbi · nursedebbi

Im wondering if this earth rocker is the DAViD you had problems with and banned in here on the board. Just prior to earthrocker showing up in the chatroom. David was in the chatroom. Someone asked him about being banned on here and he wouldnt say why. He banned Tahoe a 20 year alanon member on MIP...

Lyne · Lyne

Last week I posted about not asking the question I knew the answer to. Well last night at our Xmas dinner with family, my A made about 5 trips to the car. We all knew she was drinking. And I knew she was drinking last week but didnt ask. Well I didnt ask this morning, but said I wanted to tell her something...

Tahoe1 · Tahoe1

After decades of using MIP's #alanon chatroom I'm sad to say that it has had a 'hostile takeover' by a narcissistic jerk and is no longer controlled by MIP. The jerk using the nickname 'earthrocker' banned me from the chatroom, and I have no access to it. He is exactly what an alanon chatroom doesn't n...

Bettertomorrow · Bettertomorrow

In Al-Anon we learn to Think before reacting to angry outbursts and drunken accusations. We also learn the value of silence. But silence can be more cutting that cruel words when it is used to punish. Deliberately ignoring someones attempts to communicate can be no better than a battle of words. Ra...

nursedebbi · nursedebbi

Earthrocker has taken control of the MIP chatroom for alanon group. He even bestowed upon himself moderator control unless someone from MIP gave it to him?? He banned a very long time member of MIP Tahoe. Tahoe used to be moderator in there for along time. A while back his moderator status was r...

yanksfan51 · yanksfan51

Good morning everyone- Todays reading is a focus on finding love we are seeking- within ourselves. The writer describes going from an alcoholic home hoping to feel love and then transferring that expectation of love to an alcoholic boyfriend. The writer lived for his love and kept wanting and exp...

lookingup · lookingup

hello Alanon Family, hope all is well, im been gone from here a long time,needing get back. im glad to be posting now, all has been ok in my world ,non perfect but ok. still single and loving it compared to where i was 8 yrs ago before my alanon recovery. hope to chat to others here,.......hugs looking up

lookingup · lookingup

this person named earthrocker has taken over mip meeting room ,keeps running ppl off, he is very strange and scary. he comes in room n stayes never leaves and talks scary, he also has OP ,dunno how he managed getting that. he has told me that he is graduating alanoners out,and that god is his qualifier,,...

JerryF · JerryF

Yeppers I again say it in my native language ...Hawaiian. Merry Christmas to my loving, caring, recovering family. I am not home in the islands at the moment but under the cold rain in Clovis California. It is what it is whether I am fond of it or not. This is my wife territory and I am riding along. ...

Lyne · Lyne

I heard that phrase on the message board maybe 8 yrs agoit sticks in my head. Im quite sure my A came home drunk last night although she insists she no longer drinks. She was tearful on and off, perseverating, talking non-stop, and after 45 min. I said I had to get ready for bed. Did I want to confront her...

WendyP · WendyP

Hi, it's WendyP, I decided to share some Love and Laughter with all of you. As I share my feelings, pain and fears, I thought why not share my Love and Laughter as well. Yesterday, one of my Great Grand Son's came over to spend the day with me, he is 6 going on 7. I have a number of Grand's and Great's, and all o...

Freetime · Freetime

The author of today's page in Hope for Today used Step Two when visiting with family on a holiday. When the family's behavior made them uncomfortable, our author chose to go to another room and pray/meditate for serenity and guidance to keep focused on themselves and the present moment. This allow...

Skorpi · Skorpi

Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author shares that at first, we might focus on applying Al-Anon principles to only one family situation, but there are many ways we can keep the program with us wherever we go. Some members chose to carry literature in a lunch box, pocket, or purse so we can touch bas...

flower19 · flower19

In an Alanon Group is this acceptable? Calling you out in front of everyone in a public restaurant and other group members. Than making you apologize just because you left abruptly because you didnt want to argue or fight because you were above all humilated. They say she isnt talking to us like tha...

Enigmatic · Enigmatic

Today's page considers the work of steps 8 & 9 as we list those we have harmed...and reminds not to forget to include ourselves. We cannot, nor should not focus our efforts on saving or changing others. In Alanon we learn to turn our focus and efforts toward restoring the damage within ourselves. T...

Iamhere · Iamhere

MIP family - I am 'home' - my house, my couch, my food and soon - my bed with my pillow and blanket. I am a very tired gal who's body clock is a bit screwed up because of different time zones, yet am playing catch up 'here'. I left my home 2 weeks ago today and drove for 18 hours (stopped, for the first time @ a h...

Fedora · Fedora

Hello! I came by to wish everyone a peaceful holiday season. This is my first holiday season as a Former spouse of an alcoholic and I am feeling the great pleasure and luxury of a life that is not driven by the need to fix/control/accommodate the Q in my life. As I type this, I'm getting ready for bed after...

NewGirl1717 · NewGirl1717

Hi I'm new to all this. I found this forum through Google. I have not been to a meeting yet. I'm hoping to go in the next couple of weeks. I am living with my alcoholic boyfriend of 5 years. The first year was good but it has been downward spiraling since. He drinks from the moment he wakes up to the moment he go...

Lyne · Lyne

This reading discusses the purpose of alanon, (to help families and friends of alcoholics), but how is this actually done? We are reminded to practice the 12 Steps, to learn to love ourselves, attend to our own spiritual needs, and then it is possible for others to see something special in us. Next is...

PosiesandPuppies · PosiesandPuppies

My Ex and I have limited contact. Text only. The first year of separation and then as the divorce went through, I tried to be the best "Ex spouse" I could be. Many times doing things that ended up hurting me - b/c I didn't want my kid's dad to relapse and I wanted my kid to learn that these things could be amica...

yanksfan51 · yanksfan51

Good morning everyone: Todays reading is about how al-anon is a focus on ourselves, not the alcoholic(s) in our lives or anyone else. For many of us, it takes a while to understand that we have the ability to redirect the focus and energy on other people on ourselves instead. Like the writer, I rememb...

Freetime · Freetime

Today's reading in Courage to Change discusses the suggestion that we pray for those we have resented. The author found this difficult at first, but eventually learned to stop praying that other people would change, and instead pray that the other person be given the serenity, love, and joy that w...

Skorpi · Skorpi

Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author reflects on Step 3 - turning my life over to the care of a Higher Power. At first, the author was confused - how could they do this? The author's need for control made the thought of turning their life over to the care of a Higher Power very scary. The author wasn'...

Newlifegirl67 · Newlifegirl67

Hi. it feels good to be back. it.s been many years since I was here. I feel very vulnerable spilling my guts here because i feel new. But i desperately need support and encouragement if possible. I left my alcoholic husband in 2015. We have been divorced since 2016. I am very angry at myself for being ign...

Enigmatic · Enigmatic

Today's page considers types of loss, including the contributor's paralyzing loss of someone close. Lessons learned: Our powerlessness does not make exceptions for us, nor does the power of restoration promised us through a power greater than ourselves...we can overcome anything.Reminder: N...

Lyne · Lyne

The reading for Monday 12/13, describes riding a bicycle as helping one feel alive and in balance. The ride on a bike can bring vitality into each day, the same way applying live and let live can. The author tries to embrace whatever life brings, sorrow and joy. If you live your own life to the fullest...

Freetime · Freetime

Today's reading in Courage to Change describes how doing a Fourth Step inventory helped someone discover who they truly are, and to decide what behaviors they want to keep or to change. Previously, they did not know their own wants and needs, and could not distinguish between acceptable and unac...

yanksfan51 · yanksfan51

Good morning everyone: Todays reading is about how living with alcoholism can make it difficult or even impossible to see the person rather than the disease. Not only can we become so focused on the alcoholism that we no longer see the person, we can easily lose sight of who we are (as our mission become...

Bettertomorrow · Bettertomorrow

Today's reading concerns wishing for happiness. In our modern, consumer society we associate money with happiness. We know this is not true, money cannot remove the effects alcoholism has on individuals and families. Serenity is free of charge at Al Anon meetings, but cannot be bought with mone...

Skorpi · Skorpi

Hello MIP! In today's C2C, the author reflects on how alcohol-related troubles can be like an avalanche. A mound of snow cannot grow indefinitely taller without falling down. Similarly, an alcoholic's mountain of troubles will eventually come crashing down. Through Al-Anon, the author learne...

Enigmatic · Enigmatic

'Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they, too, have their story.'Whether this passage is fro...

Lyne · Lyne

The reading for Monday, 12/6, talks about discovering that they have anger towards the alcoholic. At first the writer felt more whole and powerful, but it was not expressed in a healthy way. Alanon helped the author focus on themself, look for their part, and accept being powerless. The writer le...

yanksfan51 · yanksfan51

Good morning everyone- Todays reading is a look at how our perception of things can be distorted and make it difficult for us to see and appreciate our spiritual gifts. The writer describes a situation as a young parent when she took the time to pick out what she believed were the exact type of carrots he...

Wolfie55 · Wolfie55

Hi. Bernie here. Just poking my head in the door. Wanted to say hello to all. Hope you are all safe and well. We're all good here. Nancy and I are both retired now. It's time. I'm experiencing some physical pain because of a problem with my leg but it's being treated so I try to take that a day at a time. As man...

Youknowme · Youknowme

Hey folks, Mel (Melly) Here. I little while back I posted something I was writing that contained mentions of my al-anon experiences. At the time it was just a draft and I had included the first name of a member. The immediate feedback was "Hello, Mel, al-ANON" and I felt ashamed of the careless way I had...

Freetime · Freetime

Today's reading in Courage to Change shares several members' descriptions of how they meditate. One quietly repeats the Serenity Prayer, others concentrate on their breathing or watch their thoughts passing by, and another visualizes placing all their worries, problems, joy, gratitude, and...

Skorpi · Skorpi

Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author shares that Al-Anon was the first place they were invited back to after sharing their woes. The author had been desperate and close to committing suicide due to the alcoholism in their home, so when they were asked to make coffee at an Al-Anon meeting they fou...

Enigmatic · Enigmatic

A learning opportunity presents itself when we interact with others.As we observe behavior we like and dislike in others, it may help us consider and refine our own.We may consider the emotion and reaction these elicit within us that may reveal an opportunity for healing and growth...perhaps we ma...

Lyne · Lyne

The author says what they thought being an adult was: being in control, being cool, and looking good on the outside and cut off from the inside. It also meant doing for others until they dropped. Alanon has taught this writer a new way of living: giving up control, admitting they were powerless, re...

Lyne · Lyne

My grown son is one of the most precious blessings in my life. Over time we have had many conflicts which we always get past. Another one occurred Friday night, details unimportant. My A looks for opportunities to put him down, as they have been estranged for nearly 5 yrs. What I did, instead of gett...

yanksfan51 · yanksfan51

Good morning everyone: Todays reading is about resentments that may be a result of growing up/living in an alcoholic home and how we might address them in order to live a more positive and serene life. The writer describes anger toward his/her parents that was difficult to express; instead it was ta...

Hoot Nanny · Hoot Nanny

So today I am going to pick up my heavy coat over 60 miles away. Talk about anxiety! The story goes: I went to see a movie up north. We don't have a theater close by. Anyhow it gets better. I left my coat in the theater. Bear w me. I got a brainstorm! I called the nearest grocery store to see if someone could by &a...

Freetime · Freetime

Hello, MIP friends, and happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate -- and to everyone, I hope you find something to be grateful for today. I am posting the Friday share early. I usually post on Thursday night, but tonight I expect to be busy doing the dishes and cleaning up after a wonderful feast cooke...

texas yankee · texas yankee

Since this stuff started with my now adult Son about 18 years ago (initially meth addiction, joined by alcohol problems soon after, and recently mental health issues), it takes very little and sometimes nothing at all for my mind to spin up a scary story about all the terrible things that are probably...

Skorpi · Skorpi

Hello mip! It is after midnight here and I'm at the emergency vet with a dog in need of stitches, so i thought it was a good time to post today's share. I'm using today's hope from nov. 23. The author shares how impactful it is for them to keep a daily inventory in writing. They reflect on 10 things they a...

Enigmatic · Enigmatic

This contributor tried this 'just for today: do not be afraid of anything', actively addressed lingering dread to expose their imaginative basis, and let previous days' troubles expire...Why? God is driving the bus, let him...accept the guidance and protection...What was left over? A shiny new...

WendyP · WendyP

Hi, it's WendyP, just wanted to share about my recent journey, when I couldn't get online to the MIP program. After trying and trying, and not getting anywhere, and with nothing that I tried, I really thought that I had lost it, and started to think of what it would be like for me to have to work my program,...

Lyne · Lyne

This reading implies that recovery means we are trying to regain something we lost. Living with active drinkers can cause a loss of spirit. Life is survival, a daily challenge, and hard work. The writer says that nothing helped when they were trying to do it by themself. Alanon helps us come to kno...

yanksfan51 · yanksfan51

Good morning everyone- Todays reading is a focus on the steps and how they can help us take action in our lives. The writer describes step 5 and its suggestion for giving an order to our actions. Steps 1-3 help us build a relationship with the God of our understanding. We then work at becoming at peace w...

Bettertomorrow · Bettertomorrow

Today's author talks about alcoholism breaking their spirit before they found Al-Anon. Al-Anon gives a fellowship, a Sponsor, Twelve Steps and Traditions that allow them to heal their broken spirit. They share that their healing started when they quit fighting the God of other people's underst...

Freetime · Freetime

Today's reading in ODAT is told by a member who worked hard during their first year in Al-Anon to learn and practice the skills for being in a relationship with an alcoholic -- avoiding quarrels, not nagging or scolding, releasing resentments. Their relationship improved, but still there was an un...

Enigmatic · Enigmatic

No...says today's contributor, not in the midst of trying times and circumstances and pressure of making decisions. No time to slip away to read a favorite Alanon chapter or attend a meeting, it is helpful to develop a quick, powerful resource we consistently draw upon to assist us. Perhaps, then, c...

Lyne · Lyne

This reading looks at why we forget certain ideas or truths even though we are often reminded in meetings, for example: alcoholism is a disease, the alcoholic has an illness, and we should not punish people for being sick. Real acceptance is difficult, and our immediate attitude toward the alcoho...

yanksfan51 · yanksfan51

Good morning everyone- Todays reading is about working through anger and the help that the 12 steps provide. The writer describes what she did in order to overcome her anger toward her mother. She decided to work through the steps and as is the practice in alanon, kept the focus on herself and the cha...

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	December 31 - Hope for Today - Consistency (Preview) The December 31 reading in Hope for Today reflects on the consistently repeated phrases heard in the Suggested Welcome and Closing at Al-Anon meetings.No situation is really hopeless, and we can find contentment and even happiness whether the alcoholic is still drinking or notWe can put our prob...	Freetime	6	2327	Jan 1, 2022 by Iamhere
	Courage to Change December 29 (Preview) Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author shares that there are times when everything the alcoholic in their life does irritates them. It seems that the alcoholic even pours the breakfast cereal wrong! The author uses this as an opportunity to reflect on what is going on internally. Is there a revie...	Skorpi	7	1161	Dec 31, 2021 by DM2021
	C2C, Monday 12/27: Differing opinions? Carry your QTIP! (Preview) The writer ponders the issue of facing different opinions, and what to do at that point: take a stance that one is right and one is wrong, defend oneself, take the disagreement personally, or be grateful that there are numerous ways of looking at life. The writer goes on to say if we can practice grati...	Lyne	4	1371	Dec 28, 2021 by Iamhere
	12/28/21 ODAT What Road is Paved With Good Intentions, for 400 (Preview) Today's reading encourages exploration of our intentions, particularly the gaps between intended and actual outcomes.For a variety of reasons, it is possible that our intention in anything from offering kind encouragement, increasing productivity, offering kind assistance, to creating an...	Enigmatic	4	711	Dec 28, 2021 by Iamhere
	The chatroom (Preview) I got a report this morning that the person who took over the old chatroom is still bothering people. If this person is in the new chatroom, please send a message to me. In the new chat room I have the power to ban this person if we're in the chat at the same time. If you're still going to the old chatroom, stop...	JamesCT	1	1164	Dec 28, 2021 by DM2021
	Service Positions - Moderation for Chat/Meeting Room - Al-Anon (Preview) https://alanon.activeboard.com/t68108906/service-positions-moderation-for-chatm...	Iamhere	0	1241	Dec 27, 2021 by Iamhere
	EARTHROCK (Preview) Im wondering if this earth rocker is the DAViD you had problems with and banned in here on the board. Just prior to earthrocker showing up in the chatroom. David was in the chatroom. Someone asked him about being banned on here and he wouldnt say why. He banned Tahoe a 20 year alanon member on MIP...	nursedebbi	4	2208	Dec 27, 2021 by DM2021
	Not silent anymore (Preview) Last week I posted about not asking the question I knew the answer to. Well last night at our Xmas dinner with family, my A made about 5 trips to the car. We all knew she was drinking. And I knew she was drinking last week but didnt ask. Well I didnt ask this morning, but said I wanted to tell her something...	Lyne	7	1112	Dec 26, 2021 by Lyne
	Not so merry... (Preview) After decades of using MIP's #alanon chatroom I'm sad to say that it has had a 'hostile takeover' by a narcissistic jerk and is no longer controlled by MIP. The jerk using the nickname 'earthrocker' banned me from the chatroom, and I have no access to it. He is exactly what an alanon chatroom doesn't n...	Tahoe1	6	1772	Dec 26, 2021 by Iamhere
	Silence C2C 25 December (Preview) In Al-Anon we learn to Think before reacting to angry outbursts and drunken accusations. We also learn the value of silence. But silence can be more cutting that cruel words when it is used to punish. Deliberately ignoring someones attempts to communicate can be no better than a battle of words. Ra...	Bettertomorrow	4	916	Dec 26, 2021 by Daffodils
	EARTHROCKER (Preview) Earthrocker has taken control of the MIP chatroom for alanon group. He even bestowed upon himself moderator control unless someone from MIP gave it to him?? He banned a very long time member of MIP Tahoe. Tahoe used to be moderator in there for along time. A while back his moderator status was r...	nursedebbi	2	1256	Dec 26, 2021 by DM2021
	Hope for Today Dec 26 (Preview) Good morning everyone- Todays reading is a focus on finding love we are seeking- within ourselves. The writer describes going from an alcoholic home hoping to feel love and then transferring that expectation of love to an alcoholic boyfriend. The writer lived for his love and kept wanting and exp...	yanksfan51	1	1056	Dec 26, 2021 by DM2021
	Merry Christmas! (Preview) hello Alanon Family, hope all is well, im been gone from here a long time,needing get back. im glad to be posting now, all has been ok in my world ,non perfect but ok. still single and loving it compared to where i was 8 yrs ago before my alanon recovery. hope to chat to others here,.......hugs looking up	lookingup	4	1337	Dec 25, 2021 by lookingup
	Who is EarthRocker (Preview) this person named earthrocker has taken over mip meeting room ,keeps running ppl off, he is very strange and scary. he comes in room n stayes never leaves and talks scary, he also has OP ,dunno how he managed getting that. he has told me that he is graduating alanoners out,and that god is his qualifier,,...	lookingup	7	1085	Dec 25, 2021 by lookingup
	Mele Kalikimaka (Preview) Yeppers I again say it in my native language ...Hawaiian. Merry Christmas to my loving, caring, recovering family. I am not home in the islands at the moment but under the cold rain in Clovis California. It is what it is whether I am fond of it or not. This is my wife territory and I am riding along. ...	JerryF	7	2080	Dec 25, 2021 by Daffodils
	If you know the answer to a question, don’t ask (Preview) I heard that phrase on the message board maybe 8 yrs agoit sticks in my head. Im quite sure my A came home drunk last night although she insists she no longer drinks. She was tearful on and off, perseverating, talking non-stop, and after 45 min. I said I had to get ready for bed. Did I want to confront her...	Lyne	5	1364	Dec 25, 2021 by Iamhere
	Love and Laughter (Preview) Hi, it's WendyP, I decided to share some Love and Laughter with all of you. As I share my feelings, pain and fears, I thought why not share my Love and Laughter as well. Yesterday, one of my Great Grand Son's came over to spend the day with me, he is 6 going on 7. I have a number of Grand's and Great's, and all o...	WendyP	4	977	Dec 25, 2021 by Iamhere
	December 24 - Hope for Today (Preview) The author of today's page in Hope for Today used Step Two when visiting with family on a holiday. When the family's behavior made them uncomfortable, our author chose to go to another room and pray/meditate for serenity and guidance to keep focused on themselves and the present moment. This allow...	Freetime	3	1322	Dec 24, 2021 by DM2021
	Courage to Change December 22 (Preview) Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author shares that at first, we might focus on applying Al-Anon principles to only one family situation, but there are many ways we can keep the program with us wherever we go. Some members chose to carry literature in a lunch box, pocket, or purse so we can touch bas...	Skorpi	3	458	Dec 23, 2021 by Lyne
	I had to leave (Preview) In an Alanon Group is this acceptable? Calling you out in front of everyone in a public restaurant and other group members. Than making you apologize just because you left abruptly because you didnt want to argue or fight because you were above all humilated. They say she isnt talking to us like tha...	flower19	3	593	Dec 22, 2021 by JerryF
	12/21/21 C2C People We Have Harmed… (Preview) Today's page considers the work of steps 8 & 9 as we list those we have harmed...and reminds not to forget to include ourselves. We cannot, nor should not focus our efforts on saving or changing others. In Alanon we learn to turn our focus and efforts toward restoring the damage within ourselves. T...	Enigmatic	2	458	Dec 21, 2021 by DM2021
	I'm Home (Preview) MIP family - I am 'home' - my house, my couch, my food and soon - my bed with my pillow and blanket. I am a very tired gal who's body clock is a bit screwed up because of different time zones, yet am playing catch up 'here'. I left my home 2 weeks ago today and drove for 18 hours (stopped, for the first time @ a h...	Iamhere	27	2603	Dec 21, 2021 by Enigmatic
	A wish for peace for everyone! (Preview) Hello! I came by to wish everyone a peaceful holiday season. This is my first holiday season as a Former spouse of an alcoholic and I am feeling the great pleasure and luxury of a life that is not driven by the need to fix/control/accommodate the Q in my life. As I type this, I'm getting ready for bed after...	Fedora	5	738	Dec 21, 2021 by Enigmatic
	New (Preview) Hi I'm new to all this. I found this forum through Google. I have not been to a meeting yet. I'm hoping to go in the next couple of weeks. I am living with my alcoholic boyfriend of 5 years. The first year was good but it has been downward spiraling since. He drinks from the moment he wakes up to the moment he go...	NewGirl1717	4	1203	Dec 21, 2021 by Enigmatic
	C2C, 12/20, How do we really help? (Preview) This reading discusses the purpose of alanon, (to help families and friends of alcoholics), but how is this actually done? We are reminded to practice the 12 Steps, to learn to love ourselves, attend to our own spiritual needs, and then it is possible for others to see something special in us. Next is...	Lyne	3	549	Dec 20, 2021 by PosiesandPuppies
	Need a little "real time" help (Preview) My Ex and I have limited contact. Text only. The first year of separation and then as the divorce went through, I tried to be the best "Ex spouse" I could be. Many times doing things that ended up hurting me - b/c I didn't want my kid's dad to relapse and I wanted my kid to learn that these things could be amica...	PosiesandPuppies	5	654	Dec 20, 2021 by PosiesandPuppies
	Hope for Today Dec 19 (Preview) Good morning everyone: Todays reading is about how al-anon is a focus on ourselves, not the alcoholic(s) in our lives or anyone else. For many of us, it takes a while to understand that we have the ability to redirect the focus and energy on other people on ourselves instead. Like the writer, I rememb...	yanksfan51	2	440	Dec 19, 2021 by PosiesandPuppies
	December 17 - C2C - Bless Them, Change Me (Preview) Today's reading in Courage to Change discusses the suggestion that we pray for those we have resented. The author found this difficult at first, but eventually learned to stop praying that other people would change, and instead pray that the other person be given the serenity, love, and joy that w...	Freetime	3	1340	Dec 18, 2021 by Lyne
	Courage to Change December 15 (Preview) Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author reflects on Step 3 - turning my life over to the care of a Higher Power. At first, the author was confused - how could they do this? The author's need for control made the thought of turning their life over to the care of a Higher Power very scary. The author wasn'...	Skorpi	3	2150	Dec 16, 2021 by DM2021
	I desperately need help from people here who understand... (Preview) Hi. it feels good to be back. it.s been many years since I was here. I feel very vulnerable spilling my guts here because i feel new. But i desperately need support and encouragement if possible. I left my alcoholic husband in 2015. We have been divorced since 2016. I am very angry at myself for being ign...	Newlifegirl67	8	2992	Dec 14, 2021 by Jill
	12/14/21 ODAT – Powerlessness, Restoration: No Limits… (Preview) Today's page considers types of loss, including the contributor's paralyzing loss of someone close. Lessons learned: Our powerlessness does not make exceptions for us, nor does the power of restoration promised us through a power greater than ourselves...we can overcome anything.Reminder: N...	Enigmatic	2	2010	Dec 14, 2021 by Lyne
	C2C, 12/13, Live and let live (Preview) The reading for Monday 12/13, describes riding a bicycle as helping one feel alive and in balance. The ride on a bike can bring vitality into each day, the same way applying live and let live can. The author tries to embrace whatever life brings, sorrow and joy. If you live your own life to the fullest...	Lyne	3	1427	Dec 14, 2021 by DM2021
	December 10 - C2C - Knowing Myself (Preview) Today's reading in Courage to Change describes how doing a Fourth Step inventory helped someone discover who they truly are, and to decide what behaviors they want to keep or to change. Previously, they did not know their own wants and needs, and could not distinguish between acceptable and unac...	Freetime	7	2325	Dec 13, 2021 by DM2021
	Hope for Today Dec 12 (Preview) Good morning everyone: Todays reading is about how living with alcoholism can make it difficult or even impossible to see the person rather than the disease. Not only can we become so focused on the alcoholism that we no longer see the person, we can easily lose sight of who we are (as our mission become...	yanksfan51	3	1266	Dec 12, 2021 by PosiesandPuppies
	C2C December 11th (Preview) Today's reading concerns wishing for happiness. In our modern, consumer society we associate money with happiness. We know this is not true, money cannot remove the effects alcoholism has on individuals and families. Serenity is free of charge at Al Anon meetings, but cannot be bought with mone...	Bettertomorrow	2	1412	Dec 11, 2021 by DM2021
	Courage to Change December 8 (Preview) Hello MIP! In today's C2C, the author reflects on how alcohol-related troubles can be like an avalanche. A mound of snow cannot grow indefinitely taller without falling down. Similarly, an alcoholic's mountain of troubles will eventually come crashing down. Through Al-Anon, the author learne...	Skorpi	4	2722	Dec 9, 2021 by Lyne
	12/7/21 ODAT - A Good Place to Start... (Preview) 'Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they, too, have their story.'Whether this passage is fro...	Enigmatic	5	2118	Dec 7, 2021 by JerryF
	C2C, 12/6, anger (Preview) The reading for Monday, 12/6, talks about discovering that they have anger towards the alcoholic. At first the writer felt more whole and powerful, but it was not expressed in a healthy way. Alanon helped the author focus on themself, look for their part, and accept being powerless. The writer le...	Lyne	3	1897	Dec 6, 2021 by DM2021
	Hope for Today Dec 5 (Preview) Good morning everyone- Todays reading is a look at how our perception of things can be distorted and make it difficult for us to see and appreciate our spiritual gifts. The writer describes a situation as a young parent when she took the time to pick out what she believed were the exact type of carrots he...	yanksfan51	3	2615	Dec 5, 2021 by Daffodils
	Poking My head in the door (Preview) Hi. Bernie here. Just poking my head in the door. Wanted to say hello to all. Hope you are all safe and well. We're all good here. Nancy and I are both retired now. It's time. I'm experiencing some physical pain because of a problem with my leg but it's being treated so I try to take that a day at a time. As man...	Wolfie55	6	3265	Dec 5, 2021 by Lyne
	Writing about my experiences. (Preview) Hey folks, Mel (Melly) Here. I little while back I posted something I was writing that contained mentions of my al-anon experiences. At the time it was just a draft and I had included the first name of a member. The immediate feedback was "Hello, Mel, al-ANON" and I felt ashamed of the careless way I had...	Youknowme	5	4056	Dec 4, 2021 by Lyne
	December 3 - C2C - Meditation (Preview) Today's reading in Courage to Change shares several members' descriptions of how they meditate. One quietly repeats the Serenity Prayer, others concentrate on their breathing or watch their thoughts passing by, and another visualizes placing all their worries, problems, joy, gratitude, and...	Freetime	4	3264	Dec 4, 2021 by Daffodils
	Courage to Change December 1 (Preview) Hello MIP! In today's reading, the author shares that Al-Anon was the first place they were invited back to after sharing their woes. The author had been desperate and close to committing suicide due to the alcoholism in their home, so when they were asked to make coffee at an Al-Anon meeting they fou...	Skorpi	4	3376	Dec 2, 2021 by Lyne
	11/30/21 Courage to Change …the Teacher Appears (Preview) A learning opportunity presents itself when we interact with others.As we observe behavior we like and dislike in others, it may help us consider and refine our own.We may consider the emotion and reaction these elicit within us that may reveal an opportunity for healing and growth...perhaps we ma...	Enigmatic	4	5018	Nov 30, 2021 by DM2021
	C2C, 11/29, being an adult (Preview) The author says what they thought being an adult was: being in control, being cool, and looking good on the outside and cut off from the inside. It also meant doing for others until they dropped. Alanon has taught this writer a new way of living: giving up control, admitting they were powerless, re...	Lyne	4	3415	Nov 29, 2021 by Iamhere
	Pain always comes with closeness? (Preview) My grown son is one of the most precious blessings in my life. Over time we have had many conflicts which we always get past. Another one occurred Friday night, details unimportant. My A looks for opportunities to put him down, as they have been estranged for nearly 5 yrs. What I did, instead of gett...	Lyne	2	3448	Nov 29, 2021 by Iamhere
	Hope for Today Nov 28 (Preview) Good morning everyone: Todays reading is about resentments that may be a result of growing up/living in an alcoholic home and how we might address them in order to live a more positive and serene life. The writer describes anger toward his/her parents that was difficult to express; instead it was ta...	yanksfan51	1	3485	Nov 28, 2021 by DM2021
	Please read important(most people are good) (Preview) So today I am going to pick up my heavy coat over 60 miles away. Talk about anxiety! The story goes: I went to see a movie up north. We don't have a theater close by. Anyhow it gets better. I left my coat in the theater. Bear w me. I got a brainstorm! I called the nearest grocery store to see if someone could by &a...	Hoot Nanny	4	1727	Nov 27, 2021 by DM2021
	Courage to Change - November 25 - Gratitude (Preview) Hello, MIP friends, and happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate -- and to everyone, I hope you find something to be grateful for today. I am posting the Friday share early. I usually post on Thursday night, but tonight I expect to be busy doing the dishes and cleaning up after a wonderful feast cooke...	Freetime	3	3244	Nov 26, 2021 by Lyne
	Managing expectations and a generally pessimistic attitude (Preview) Since this stuff started with my now adult Son about 18 years ago (initially meth addiction, joined by alcohol problems soon after, and recently mental health issues), it takes very little and sometimes nothing at all for my mind to spin up a scary story about all the terrible things that are probably...	texas yankee	12	2216	Nov 25, 2021 by texas yankee
	Today's Hope Nov. 24 (Preview) Hello mip! It is after midnight here and I'm at the emergency vet with a dog in need of stitches, so i thought it was a good time to post today's share. I'm using today's hope from nov. 23. The author shares how impactful it is for them to keep a daily inventory in writing. They reflect on 10 things they a...	Skorpi	4	996	Nov 24, 2021 by Iamhere
	11/23/21 ODAT – One Day at a Time (Preview) This contributor tried this 'just for today: do not be afraid of anything', actively addressed lingering dread to expose their imaginative basis, and let previous days' troubles expire...Why? God is driving the bus, let him...accept the guidance and protection...What was left over? A shiny new...	Enigmatic	3	2251	Nov 23, 2021 by Iamhere
	Taking Things For Granted. (Preview) Hi, it's WendyP, just wanted to share about my recent journey, when I couldn't get online to the MIP program. After trying and trying, and not getting anywhere, and with nothing that I tried, I really thought that I had lost it, and started to think of what it would be like for me to have to work my program,...	WendyP	4	2562	Nov 22, 2021 by WendyP
	C2C, 11/22, spiritual recovery program (Preview) This reading implies that recovery means we are trying to regain something we lost. Living with active drinkers can cause a loss of spirit. Life is survival, a daily challenge, and hard work. The writer says that nothing helped when they were trying to do it by themself. Alanon helps us come to kno...	Lyne	3	1180	Nov 22, 2021 by Iamhere
	Hope for Today nov 21 (Preview) Good morning everyone- Todays reading is a focus on the steps and how they can help us take action in our lives. The writer describes step 5 and its suggestion for giving an order to our actions. Steps 1-3 help us build a relationship with the God of our understanding. We then work at becoming at peace w...	yanksfan51	1	1132	Nov 21, 2021 by PosiesandPuppies
	20th November C2C (Preview) Today's author talks about alcoholism breaking their spirit before they found Al-Anon. Al-Anon gives a fellowship, a Sponsor, Twelve Steps and Traditions that allow them to heal their broken spirit. They share that their healing started when they quit fighting the God of other people's underst...	Bettertomorrow	2	1127	Nov 21, 2021 by Lyne
	November 19 - ODAT - First Things First (Preview) Today's reading in ODAT is told by a member who worked hard during their first year in Al-Anon to learn and practice the skills for being in a relationship with an alcoholic -- avoiding quarrels, not nagging or scolding, releasing resentments. Their relationship improved, but still there was an un...	Freetime	4	1148	Nov 19, 2021 by Daffodils
	11/16/21 One Day at a Time - It’s Easy, Just Detach…right? (Preview) No...says today's contributor, not in the midst of trying times and circumstances and pressure of making decisions. No time to slip away to read a favorite Alanon chapter or attend a meeting, it is helpful to develop a quick, powerful resource we consistently draw upon to assist us. Perhaps, then, c...	Enigmatic	5	2440	Nov 17, 2021 by bud
	ODAT in alanon, 11/15, truths we tend to forget (Preview) This reading looks at why we forget certain ideas or truths even though we are often reminded in meetings, for example: alcoholism is a disease, the alcoholic has an illness, and we should not punish people for being sick. Real acceptance is difficult, and our immediate attitude toward the alcoho...	Lyne	3	2334	Nov 15, 2021 by Daffodils
	Hope for Today Nov 14 (Preview) Good morning everyone- Todays reading is about working through anger and the help that the 12 steps provide. The writer describes what she did in order to overcome her anger toward her mother. She decided to work through the steps and as is the practice in alanon, kept the focus on herself and the cha...	yanksfan51	2	1774	Nov 14, 2021 by PosiesandPuppies
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