Stories From Others
Naomi expresses how valuable it is to her recovery to hear the recovery stories of other OA members.
Readings
You Might Like the Thrill
”I let it flow from my heart, and God is my cowriter,” says C.D. Indeed, writing is a powerful OA Tool.
Recharging With Lifeline Shares
Troy relates how portable Lifeline is and how it helps him stay in the solution while waiting for medical appointments.
Uplifting Thoughts With Lifeline
Cynthia explains how the different perspectives in Lifeline can broaden one’s recovery and offer opportunities to give service.
Lifeline Keeps My Attention on Recovery
For Crystal, Lifeline can fill in the blank spaces in her day that might otherwise be filled by eating. Lifeline can also be a good fit for an OA member with ADHD.
What If Everyone in OA Took on One More Sponsee?
Join Tina from Massachusetts USA in reflecting on this question: What if everyone in OA took on one more sponsee and did a little more service? Let’s commit to developing a Fellowship beyond our wildest dreams!
I’m Still a Newcomer, but I’ve Decided to Sponsor
I felt so at ease with people I hardly knew.
To Ask
”In the past, I would try to make myself feel humble,” says Maureen. “I would change my facial expression. I’ve had a new insight when reading Step Seven: humility is an action!
The Value of OA
When we pass the basket, we call it “the Seventh Tradition” because it represents how we feel about being self-supportinga. It’s more than a donation. It’s a barometer of our gratitude and our personal investment in our recovery.
Port of Call
In Port of Cell, the author reflects on her evolving spiritual journey in OA, discovering that understanding God isn’t necessary to experience His love and guidance.