These are Al-Anon’s 12 Traditions. These guidelines are the means of promoting harmony and growth in Al-Anon groups and in the world-wide fellowship of Al-Anon as a whole.
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Why Al-Anon?
I came into Al-Anon in 1988 at the suggestion of my counselor. I was barely functioning and feeling so battle weary, hopeless, depressed, and fearful. I no longer liked the person I had become. I left my first meeting feeling better than when I arrived and hearing, “Take what you like and leave the rest.” made it possible for me to return knowing no one was going to tell me what I had to do.
Principles of Al-Anon through the 12 Steps
Study of these Steps is essential to progress in the Al-Anon program. The principles they embody are universal, applicable to everyone, whatever his personal creed. In Al- Anon, we strive for an ever-deeper understanding of these steps, and pray for the wisdom to apply them to our lives.
Al-Anon Mnemonics and Acronyms
Al-Anon mnemonics and acronyms are short, easy to remember 12-step tools that help me remember who I want to be even under stress. They help me change my behavior and thought patterns so I can be the person I am meant to be. Click the document to download it from a new tab.
Al-Anon Service Acronyms
Every organization has it’s own vernacular and abreviations, and Al-Anon is no different. Have you ever wondered what all those letters stand for?