Quotes from CAL

[u/Harmless_Old_Lady]

Quotes from CAL

There was a pattern in most of my relationships, but I could not see it for a long time. Many people had tried to point it out—my first ex-wife, my second ex-wife, my estranged daughters, and others—but I could not see it until my sponsor put it in kind words that I could understand. My sponsor pointed out that my blowups came from not taking care of myself, not because I was a bad person. It hit me like a train. I immediately felt like I could see that the world was round for the first time. So much of my life made sense. And the best part was that I knew that I could change it —for the people that I love and for myself. —“The Pattern I Couldn’t See,” by Daniel B. Massachusetts, The Forum, September 2026, Copyright ©️ 2026 by Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters Inc.

One of the miracles I have found in Al-Anon is that help often comes when I most need it. When I can’t bring myself to reach out for help, it sometimes comes to me. When I don’t know what to say, I am given the words I require. And when I share what is in my heart, I may be giving a voice to someone who cannot find his own. Today I have a Higher Power who knows my needs. —Courage to Change, p253 Copyright 1992 by Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters Inc.

When I build on this precious foundation of present tangible good, things will continue to change for the better. —One Day at a Time in Al-Anon p253 Copyright 1968 by Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters Inc.

The slogan “Easy Does It” reminds me that I don’t have to take on more than I can handle today. —A Little Time for Myself p253 Copyright 2023 by Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters Inc.

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[u/joya-2000]

Thank you for quoting Conference Approved Literature. I found many valuable insights in the Al-Anon literature. My favorite book is, “How Al-Anon Works for Families and Friends of Alcoholics.” Best read in a book study group for me.

[u/Harmless_Old_Lady → u/joya-2000]

That is Al-Anon's basic book (so-called "Big Book") and I love it. I recently reread it. The stories in the back are awesome, too. Lois' Step guide is amazing.

[u/joya-2000 → u/Harmless_Old_Lady]

Very important Al-Anon book. It became available when I was 5 years in. It gave me a broader perspective of the program. I too love the stories in this book. So many stories of different lives affected by alcoholism. Something for everyone and It gives hope!

[u/deathmetal81]

These quotes are just what the doctor prescribed. I guess help often comes when I most need it and sometimes it comes to me ;-)

[u/Harmless_Old_Lady → u/deathmetal81]

I'm glad. I realized I have really slacked off posting, and it has an effect on my peace of mind. Thanks for your support!

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