WHAT I LEARNED: 1. One might think that since I’m an LDC (Literature Distribution Center), that this would be my favorite Guideline of all, but that’s not the case. It focuses more on how to order literature directly through the World Service Office & only mentions in passing that ordering from your local LDC supports local services. (So…
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MTG – Altamonte Springs – “Seminole AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: Why am I busy being busy? What I am avoiding or neglecting? Or should I say who? …myself maybe??
MTG – Casselberry – “Recovery Through the Steps AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: Trying to control things in my life is like trying to push a string in a straight line!
MTG – Altamonte Springs – “Seminole AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: This is a program where I learn to fall in love with myself, so I can then love others. “Inch by inch is a cinch… yard by yard is hard.” 😉
CAL – The Open Al-Anon Meeting (Item # G-27)
WHAT I LEARNED: This guideline seems geared more toward “closed” groups that are having a special temporary “open” meeting (i.e. for an anniversary). A suggested meeting format is included & there are instructions on how to notify other groups, professionals, & the general public about the meeting while still avoiding promoting & stressing attracting. You…
MTG – Wildwood – “Wildwood AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: Some of the most courageous people I know, don’t think that they are.
MTG – Orlando – “Together Tuesdays AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: The three words surrounding the Al-Anon triangle are: Recovery, Unity, & Service, but it doesn’t matter what order they are in… as long as I have all three!
CAL – Alateen Tells It Like It Is / Walk This Path of Hope (Item # AV-16 / AV-19)
1. “Alateen Tells It Like It Is” (item # AV-16) came out in 1987 & according to past Conference Summaries, it’s a 16-minute video illustrated by a teenager that provides a glimpse into the lives of Alateen members. It deals with denial, anonymity, detachment, acceptance, & love. “Walk This Path of Hope” (item # AV-19)…
CAL – Al-Anon Speaks For Itself (Item # AV-10)
WHAT I LEARNED: 1. In 1986, Al-Anon’s first outreach film “Al-Anon Speaks For Itself” (item # AV-10) helped carry the message to teachers, the clergy, the media, social workers, counselors, & other professionals. The 15-minute program featured stories from members from all walks of life & was broken into 5 sections: 1) The Way It…
CAL – A Meeting on Wheels (Item # G-22)
WHAT I LEARNED: 1. Apparently a meeting on wheels has nothing to do with food or meals on wheels. Ha ha! 😜 It’s basically 3-4 people holding a “mock” meeting to show non-members & professionals (doctors, social workers, counselors, etc…) what kind of help is available in the rooms. Rather than just leaving outreach pamphlets…
MTG – Wildwood – “Wildwood AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: When I work it, I believe it. When I believe it, then I want it.
CAL – Area Conventions (Item # G-20)
WHAT I LEARNED: 1. As current Co-Chair for the 2015 North Florida Area Convention, it was helpful to re-read this guideline because it reminds me that, just like in the program, many have come before me & many will come after me & it will all be ok. 2. My favorite line is: “Understand that…
MTG – Orlando – “College Park 12 Step”
WHAT I LEARNED: Here’s the “abby normal” version of Step 6: “I’m always entirely ready to have other people’s character defects removed!”
MTG – Ocoee – “Monday Miracles”
WHAT I LEARNED: Using the back door to get into Al-Anon still leads to the same meeting!
MTG – Winter Park – “Serenity AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: It’s been a while since I chaired a meeting & today I chose the dreaded topic of intimacy! I know how to be in a dysfunctional relationship, but I think I would be spectacularly uncomfortable in a healthy one… primarily because I would be forced to grow. Ultimately though, I have two choices:…
MTG – Casselberry – “Recovery Through the Steps AFG”
WHAT I LEARNED: Although Tradition 10 has two negative words in it (“no” & “never”) & talks about what we shouldn’t do, the positive meaning behind it is about two main things we can do: focus on ourselves & carry the message to those that want it. To me, this Tradition is about acceptance. As a…
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