Al-Anon Big Book Solution Group
The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience and knowledge in order to solve their common problem. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon is not affiliated with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization, or institution; does not engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any cause. Al-Anon has but one primary purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps, by welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and by giving understanding to the alcoholic.
Why do we study the Big Book?
Our group has elected to use the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. We have found that the study and practice of the 12 Steps through the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous has provided us with a better, saner life.
Our primary purpose is to carry the message to Al-Anons who still suffer.
Among us are wives, relatives, and friends who's problem has been solved...We want to leave you with the feeling that no situation is too difficult and no unhappiness too great to overcome. (BB, pg. 104)
If God can solve the age-old riddle of alcoholism, He can solve your problems, too. (BB, pg. 116)
Cling to the thought that, in God's hands, the dark past is the greatest possession you have-the key to life and happiness for others. (BB, pg. 124)
To show other Al-Anonics precisely how we recovered is the main purpose of this group.