AJ joined OA when she became medically obese, which triggered worries about obesity-related illnesses in her family’s history. Today she is no longer obese, and with the help of other OA members, she is living in recovery from compulsive eating.
A short explanation of OA‘s Second Tradition: “For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority — a loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.”
A short explanation of OA‘s First Tradition: “Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon OA unity.”
A short video giving background information about OA’s Twelve Traditions and how they are applied in the OA Fellowship and to the personal recovery of OA members.
A short explanation of OA’s Twelfth Tradition: “Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all these Traditions, ever reminding us to place principles before personalities.”
A short explanation of OA’s Eleventh Tradition: “Our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion; we need always maintain personal anonymity at the level of press, radio, films, television and other public media of communication.”
A short explanation of OA’s Tenth Tradition: “Overeaters Anonymous has no opinion on outside issues; hence, the OA name ought never be drawn into public controversy.”: “Overeaters Anonymous has no opinion on outside issues; hence, the OA name ought never be drawn into public controversy.”
A short explanation of OA’s Ninth Tradition: “OA, as such, ought never be organized; but we may create service boards or committees directly responsible to those they serve.”
A short explanation of OA’s Eighth Tradition: “Overeaters Anonymous should remain forever non-professional, but our service centers may employ special workers.”
A short explanation of OA’s Seventh Tradition: “Every OA group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions.”