The chair will then welcome Newcomers or Visitors to the Group. This is usually followed by a “moment of silence” after which the Serenity Prayer is recited. Most AA meetings follow the same opening format: A chairperson opens the meeting with the Alcoholics Anonymous preamble. “Take what works and leave the rest,” is a comment frequently heard at these meetings.
A chairperson will introduce a topic for discussion, after which those attending will have an opportunity, if desired, to share their own experiences and observations about recovery, usually for three minutes per “share.” “Sharing” is not required of everyone in attendance - many choose to listen.
This meeting provides an opportunity for members to share openly with one another on alcoholism and the methods used to achieve and maintain a life of stable sobriety.ĭiscussion. These meetings are the most common AA meeting type.
Women. Limited to women only, in order to focus on special issues of particular interest to women.Ĭlosed. This meeting is open to anyone who has a desire to stop drinking however it is closed to observers and supporters.
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