CAL Chat
84 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 33 ratings“CAL Chat” is where we talk about our favorite Al-Anon & Alateen literature and how it has improved our lives.
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Deep Dive - Ep. 1_Part 6 of 6_1961 World Service Conference Summary
August 14, 2022 23:56 - 14 minutes - 5.67 MBIn Part 6 of 6 (of Episode 1 from "CAL Chat - Deep Dive"), Evelyn and I talk about the next “field trip” for the Delegates to the World Service Office in 2023. To wrap up this episode, she offers some parting words to anyone that isn’t quite sure about standing for service. Show-referenced links from Al-Anon's website: Al-Anon's mobile app: https://al-anon.org/mobileapp Archive of all the World Service Conference Summaries: https://al-anon.org/for-members/world-service-conference-wsc/...
Deep Dive - Ep. 1_Part 5 of 6_1961 World Service Conference Summary
August 14, 2022 23:52 - 20 minutes - 7.72 MBIn Part 5 of 6 (of Episode 1 from "CAL Chat - Deep Dive"), we focus on the Delegates’ “field trip” to Stepping Stones, the home of Al-Anon’s co-founder Lois W. Evelyn describes how the World Service Office was involved and how it felt to go back to the 2022 World Service Conference the very same day. Show-referenced links from the Stepping Stones' website: "Homecoming" video: https://www.steppingstones.org List of books in Lois and Bill W.'s library: https://www.steppingstones.org/w...
Deep Dive - Ep. 1_Part 4 of 6_1961 World Service Conference Summary
August 14, 2022 23:37 - 14 minutes - 5.29 MBContinuing the discussion about the "1961 World Service Conference Summary" (P-46) in Part 4 of 6 (of Episode 1 from "CAL Chat - Deep Dive"), I explain how I time traveled as research for this particular show. Evelyn talks about what moved her spiritually and reveals a surprise about the 2022 Conference. QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM EVELYN: "...the whole Conference is a spiritual meeting!" LITERATURE MENTIONED & RELATED EPISODES: "The Forum" (magazine) – Episode 5: part 4 of 4, Episode 6: ...
Deep Dive - Ep. 1_Part 3 of 6_1961 World Service Conference Summary
August 14, 2022 23:13 - 20 minutes - 7.56 MBIn Part 3 of 6 (of Episode 1 from "CAL Chat - Deep Dive"), we begin to explore the "1961 World Service Conference Summary" (P-46) and what Evelyn identified with from back then that is still happening in 2022. We discuss why the 2021 and 2022 Conferences were historic and what may lie in Al-Anon’s future 60 years from now. Show-referenced links from Al-Anon's website: Online version of the new "2022 World Service Conference Summary": https://al-anon.org/pdf/P46-2022-web.pdf Archive of...
Deep Dive - Ep. 1_Part 2 of 6_1961 World Service Conference Summary
August 14, 2022 22:54 - 21 minutes - 7.75 MBIn Part 2 of 6 (of Episode 1 from "CAL Chat - Deep Dive"), Evelyn describes what she discovered about her Area Delegate position that she didn’t know about before she stood for it, how humor can be a spiritual principle when breaking down expectations, and what she would like Al-Anon and Alateen members to know about her position as a Delegate. We also cover how the WSC (World Service Conference) is different from the WSO (World Service Office). Show-referenced links from Al-Anon's websit...
Deep Dive - Ep. 1_Part 1 of 6_1961 World Service Conference Summary
August 14, 2022 22:11 - 20 minutes - 7.61 MBWhat really goes on at an Al-Anon World Service Conference (WSC)? How is the WSC different than the WSO? What’s it like for a Delegate to visit Stepping Stones, the house of Al-Anon’s co-founder? Welcome to the very first "CAL Chat - Deep Dive" episode! This spin-off show is where we take a closer look at Al-Anon and Alateen Conference Approved Literature. This episode is in 6 parts and in Part 1, before we dive into the "1961 World Service Conference Summary" (P-46) - which was Al-Anon...
Ep. 13_Part 11 of 11_How Al-Anon Works
January 09, 2022 18:10 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBDiane wraps up the conversation in Episode 13's last part (#11), about the beauty that springs from the book "How Al-Anon Works" (B-32), community-building, and doing outreach/Twelfth Step work. She delivers an emotional "Last Words'' section which leads to an exchange of heartfelt gratitude and I reveal the reason why I'll keep doing this podcast for the rest of my life. 🤗 QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM DIANE: "...Al-Anon is a way for us to find our own light..." LITERATURE MENTIONED & RELATED ...
Ep. 13_Part 10 of 11_How Al-Anon Works Audiobook
January 09, 2022 18:03 - 11 minutes - 6.94 MBDiane mentions (in part 10 of 11 from Episode 13), how this podcast inspires her to try something new (like the audiobook version of "How Al-Anon Works" (eA-22)) and always reminds her that she has choices. She explains how the vision motto "Dream Big" applies to the long-term outreach project she's working on, more virtual recovery avenues we want to explore (especially for outreach purposes), and how a pandemic is similar to recovery. QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM DIANE: "...our experiences l...
Ep. 13_Part 9 of 11_How Al-Anon Works Audiobook
January 09, 2022 17:09 - 14 minutes - 8.78 MBI compare the audiobook of "How Al-Anon Works" (eA-22) to the print version (B-32) in Episode 13's part 9 of 11. A moving story about suicide, Chapter 27's "Finding Reasons To Live," is highlighted because of what it taught me about expectations when listening to the audiobook version. The show wraps with an update given on all Al-Anon audiobooks available. Lastly, for the "2009 World Service Conference Summary," click this link www.al-anon.org/pdf/P46_2009_web.pdf to check out page 14...
Ep. 13_Part 8 of 11_How Al-Anon Works
January 09, 2022 16:43 - 11 minutes - 6.87 MBIn Episode 13's part 8 of 11, Diane and I discuss the importance of libraries and how doing outreach is not a duty but a privilege. And she reminds me why I need to go back and listen to my own podcast! Click here for a video of the hardcover version of "How Al-Anon Works" (B-22) that was accepted into a local library. Also, at this podcast show's website, www.calchatpodcast.com, I've attached *bonus content* so you can see a screenshot image of the library's unique summary of the book ...
Ep. 13_Part 7 of 11_How Al-Anon Works
January 09, 2022 16:30 - 14 minutes - 9.11 MBIn part 7 of 11 (of Episode 13), Diane lists all the Spanish versions of books (such as "How Al-Anon Works" (SB-32)) that she has also included in the public outreach project. We talk about cross-germination and unintended ripples outreach can sometimes have. Lastly, at this podcast show's website, www.calchatpodcast.com, I've attached *bonus content* so you can see the final complete breakdown of Al-Anon and Alateen materials in the outreach project gift basket. QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM D...
Ep. 13_Part 6 of 11_How Al-Anon Works
January 09, 2022 15:58 - 16 minutes - 9.88 MBDiane details (in part 6 of 11 from Episode 13), how she uses "How Al-Anon Works" (B-32) for outreach in a broader sense - especially in an extensive relationship-building project that just started. Find out how outreach is like mining gold! QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM DIANE: "...having this book available makes a big difference because anybody can pick it up... It's not too deep and it's not too scary." LITERATURE MENTIONED & RELATED EPISODES: "From Survival To Recovery" – Episode 4: pa...
Ep. 13_Part 5 of 11_How Al-Anon Works
January 09, 2022 15:52 - 12 minutes - 7.73 MBIn Episode 13's part 5 of 11, Diane's favorite book to use for outreach is the softcover version of "How Al-Anon Works" (B-32) and she points out how intimate individual outreach can still be done in an electronic (telephone/chat) or virtual (video) meeting. We reminisce about the days when we hauled Al-Anon books around in our cars. QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM DIANE: "Somewhere in these pages, folks will possibly see themselves." LITERATURE MENTIONED & RELATED EPISODES: "How Al-Anon Works" ...
Ep. 13_Part 4 of 11_From Survival To Recovery
January 09, 2022 15:22 - 20 minutes - 12.9 MBIn part 4 of 11 (of Episode 13), Diane and I keep the discussion going about the book "From Survival To Recovery" (B-21) focusing primarily on the chapter "Untangling Confusion" from page 269 (or 270 depending on the book's edition), the infamous "Promises" section from page 267 (or 269 in the first edition) and the book's very last chapter on page 287 which leads to an idea for a possible workshop! To find a virtual Al-Anon book study group, visit www.al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/electroni...
Ep. 13_Part 3 of 11_From Survival To Recovery
January 09, 2022 15:00 - 13 minutes - 8.7 MBThe conversation continues with Diane (in part 3 of 11 from Episode 13), about "From Survival To Recovery" (B-21) which she feels is one of the most relevant books during the Covid-19 pandemic. She talks about what she does after climbing a high recovery mountain and we discuss one of the benefits of the pandemic with regards to literature. To find a virtual Al-Anon book study group, visit www.al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/electronic-meetings and you can type into the search bar the term...
Ep. 13_Part 2 of 11_From Survival To Recovery
January 09, 2022 14:56 - 18 minutes - 11.2 MBIn Episode 13's part 2 of 11, Diane describes how cycles of violence and "predictable darkness" affected her while growing up in an alcoholic home. We touch on the story "Authorities Frightened Me" from page 253 (or 255 depending on the book's edition) in "From Survival To Recovery" (B-21) and Chapter 5 ("Becoming Aware" on page 21) from "How Al-Anon Works" (B-32). Lastly, I learn how a book can be a picture frame! QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM DIANE: "This book was a part of the freedom to tell...
Ep. 13_Part 1 of 11_From Survival To Recovery
January 09, 2022 14:30 - 15 minutes - 9.71 MBHow is a pandemic similar to recovery? What audiobooks are available from Al-Anon? Can a book also be a picture frame? In part 1 of 11 (of Episode 13), Diane explains why the title of the book "From Survival To Recovery" (B-21) is so appropriate, how it helped her tell her own personal story and experience authentic joyfulness in her life. Also, find out why we can't use highlighters when reading Al-Anon books! Lastly, at this podcast show's website, www.calchatpodcast.com, I've attac...
🌟 "CAL Chat" Blog Announcement 🌟
March 15, 2021 23:40For more about my journey through Conference Approved Literature 📚 (and other Al-Anon adventures 🤗), visit the "CAL Chat" blog at: www.calchatblog.com. Thanks!
Ep. 12_Part 5 of 5_Just For Today
December 27, 2018 02:23 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MBTerry Anne highlights new upcoming Al-Anon literature in part 5 of 5 of Episode 12 & explains how the slogan chosen for the 2018 World Service Conference applies to her own personal life. To submit your suggestion for your favorite Forum article that you’d like to see in the new upcoming book, email it to: [email protected] – in the subject line, be sure to use the working title “The Forum Book” & they’ll also need to know the title, month, & year in which the article appeared in the magazine...
Ep. 12_Part 5 of 5_Just For Today
December 27, 2018 02:23 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MBTerry Anne highlights new upcoming Al-Anon literature in part 5 of 5 of Episode 12 and explains how the motto chosen for the "2018 World Service Conference Summary" (P-46) applies to her own personal life. To submit your suggestion for your favorite "Forum" article that you’d like to see in the new upcoming book, email it to: [email protected] – be sure to use the working title "The Forum Book" in the email's subject line and they’ll also need to know the article's title, and the month and ye...
Ep. 12_Part 4 of 5_Just For Today
December 27, 2018 01:54 - 14 minutes - 13 MBIn part 4 of 5 (of Episode 12), Terry Anne’s pick for her favorite outreach piece of literature is the bookmark “Just For Today” (M-12) & we talk about how it helps puts the focus on ourselves, not the alcoholic. Then we pull out our “2018 World Service Conference Summary” (P-46) to dive into page 51 regarding the new upcoming bookmark “Just For Tonight” that originally came from the August 2016 edition of The Forum magazine. To download the free “2018 World Service Conference Summary” so ...
Ep. 12_Part 4 of 5_Just For Today
December 27, 2018 01:54 - 14 minutes - 13 MBIn part 4 of 5 (of Episode 12), Terry Anne’s pick for her favorite outreach piece of literature is the bookmark "Just For Today" (M-12) and we talk about how it helps puts the focus on ourselves, not the alcoholic. Then we pull out our "2018 World Service Conference Summary" (P-46) to dive into page 51 regarding the new upcoming bookmark "Just For Tonight" (M-81) that originally came from the August 2016 edition of "The Forum" magazine. To download the free "2018 World Service Conference S...
Ep. 12_Part 3 of 5_Intimacy in Alcoholic Relationships
December 27, 2018 01:35 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBTerry Anne (in part 3 of 5 of Episode 12) sums up the new book "Intimacy in Alcoholic Relationships" (B-33) in 3 words! I reveal my favorite sections from pages 18-19 and the story of loss on page 118 that still stays with me. QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM TERRY ANNE: "...we’re loved more for who we really are than anyone ever did for who we thought they wanted us to be!" 💗 LITERATURE MENTIONED & RELATED EPISODES: "Intimacy in Alcoholic Relationships" – Episode 11: part 4 of 4 "The Forum" ...
Ep. 12_Part 2 of 5_Intimacy in Alcoholic Relationships
December 27, 2018 01:18 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIn part 2 of 5 (of Episode 12), Terry Anne elaborates on communication from Chapter 3 of the brand new book "Intimacy in Alcoholic Relationships" (B-33). She explains how she has used this book in her personal life in recognizing and moving through old behaviors. We also discuss how labels and biases can hinder intimacy and that this book is an example of our evolving Al-Anon program. QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM TERRY ANNE: "...it didn’t seem to matter if you were male or female, ideas that we...
Ep. 12_Part 1 of 5_Intimacy in Alcoholic Relationships
December 27, 2018 01:01 - 10 minutes - 9.52 MBHow can it be easier to share about sex? How can spiritual solutions be brought into intimate situations? What new upcoming Al-Anon literature is on the horizon? Terry Anne shares, in part 1 of 5 of Episode 12, about the brand new book "Intimacy in Alcoholic Relationships" (B-33) that came out in 2018 at Al-Anon’s 6th International Convention. We discuss the workshop she once gave on the topic of sex, the different types of intimacy covered, and my strange experience with this book. QU...
Ep. 11_Part 4 of 4_From Survival To Recovery
August 15, 2017 14:08 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBSusan and I talk about different ways (in part 4 of 4 of Episode 11) to use the book "From Survival To Recovery" (B-21) for outreach purposes – including raffle baskets! We also explore how one can contribute to Al-Anon other than putting money in the Seventh Tradition basket. She singles out the section "Steps to the Future" from page 255 (or 257 depending on the book's edition) and we remember what it was like growing up in an alcoholic home. Lastly, we look forward to the brand new boo...
Ep. 11_Part 3 of 4_From Survival To Recovery
August 15, 2017 13:58 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBIn part 3 of 4 (of Episode 11), Susan's pick for her favorite outreach piece of literature is the book "From Survival To Recovery" (B-21) because she grew up in an alcoholic home. She highlights the chapter "Picking Up The Tools" on page 107. We also talk about why 1994 was a good year for Conference Approved Literature (CAL) and how this book marked a turning point for Al-Anon Family Groups. QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM SUSAN: "I was an adult before I was the child." LITERATURE MENTIONED & RE...
Ep. 11_Part 2 of 4_When I Got Busy, I Got Better
August 15, 2017 13:25 - 10 minutes - 9.59 MBI ask Susan a question in part 2 of 4 (of Episode 11) from page 23 of the booklet "When I Got Busy, I Got Better" (P-78). She explains helping vs enabling, we discuss a quote from page 2, how we could use the second half of the book in a meeting, and the difference between being grateful and thankful. A NOTE OF CAUTION: this is the first episode to include EXPLICIT language, so proceed accordingly! QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM SUSAN: "My worth is who I am – not what I do, not what I give you....
Ep. 11_Part 1 of 4_When I Got Busy, I Got Better
August 15, 2017 13:05 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBAm I the right kind of busy? Where does self-worth come from? Helping versus enabling? Being a victim versus a participant? Susan shares, in part 1 of 4 of Episode 11, about how the booklet "When I Got Busy, I Got Better" (P-78) impacted her life. We discuss the different types of fear in Chapter One, how service keeps us from isolating, & that we're so glad there's no performance review in service work! QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM SUSAN: "I used to say I was born angry!" LITERATURE MENTIO...
Ep. 11_Part 1 of 4_When I Got Busy, I Got Better
August 15, 2017 13:05 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBSusan shares, in part 1 of 4 of Episode 11, about how the booklet “When I Got Busy, I Got Better” (P-78) impacted her life. We discuss the different types of fear in Chapter One, how service keeps us from isolating, & that we're so glad there's no performance review in service work!
Ep. 10_Part 4 of 4_Just For Today
April 18, 2017 20:36 - 15 minutes - 6.75 MBIn part 4 of 4 (of Episode 10), Wendy shares what she is hoping for with a new change for the upcoming "2017 World Service Conference Summary" (P-46) due in August and what sets this item apart from the rest of the literature in the 2017 CAL Catalog (S-15). She also reveals a unique location to leave the "Just For Today" bookmark (M-12) that is too high of a risky spot for me. Discover what is on the second "Just For Today" bookmark (M-13) and what one word on the wallet card version (M-11...
Ep. 10_Part 3 of 4_Just For Today
April 18, 2017 20:18 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBThe bookmark, "Just For Today" (M-12), is Wendy’s favorite piece of outreach literature in part 3 of 4 of Episode 10. We talk about the current conversation at Al-Anon’s World Service Conference regarding the recommendation to remove the PRAYER FOR TODAY section. Using pages 57 – 60 of the "2016 World Service Conference Summary" (P-46), we explore the CAL process to remove, edit, or replace the prayer. Wendy shares about the interaction between the Literature Committee and the World Servi...
Ep. 10_Part 2 of 4_How Al-Anon Works
April 18, 2017 20:06 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBThe conversation with Wendy continues about slogans in part 2 of 4 (of Episode 10) from "How Al-Anon Works" (B-22 for hardcover, eA-22 for the audiobook version, B-32 for softcover). We focus on the slogan “Let Go and Let God” (especially the importance of faith in the 2nd half) and how a specific physical token can be used as a reminder to put this slogan into action! I give recommendations on other CAL pieces to reference for a deeper dive into the slogans and lastly, find out why I cons...
Ep. 10_Part 1 of 4_How Al-Anon Works
April 18, 2017 19:37 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBWendy shares, in part 1 of 4 of Episode 10, about using the slogans from Chapter 9 of “How Al-Anon Works” (B-22 for hardcover, B-32 for softcover) as stepping stones to serenity & how serenity can eventually become a guiding force in our lives for making decisions. We also look closer at “Let it Begin With Me” as not just something that we say at the end of an Al-Anon meeting or having to do with outreach.
Ep. 10_Part 1 of 4_How Al-Anon Works
April 18, 2017 19:37 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBWhat are good consequences? Where does the fear of letting go come from? What are literature discussions like at the World Service Conference? Wendy shares, in part 1 of 4 of Episode 10, about using the slogans from Chapter 9 of "How Al-Anon Works" (B-22 for hardcover, eA-22 for the audiobook version, B-32 for softcover) as stepping stones to serenity and how serenity can eventually become a guiding force in our lives for making decisions. We also look closer at the slogan “Let it Begin ...
Ep. 9_Part 4 of 4_Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017
March 13, 2017 01:31 - 14 minutes - 5.8 MBPat explains in Episode 9's last part, (#4), that of all the things she has tried, how Al-Anon is the only thing that truly helped. We discuss ways to enhance the "Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017" magazine while using it for outreach purposes and she wraps up with a “Last Words” section about amends and Step Nine. Lastly, at this podcast show's website, www.calchatpodcast.com, I've attached a PDF of the 2017 magazine as *bonus content* so you can download it and see all the pages mentioned...
Ep. 9_Part 4 of 4_Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017
March 13, 2017 01:31 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBPat explains in Episode 9's last part, (#4), that of all the things she has tried, how Al-Anon is the only thing that truly helped. We discuss ways to enhance the “Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017” magazine while using it for outreach purposes & she wraps up with a “Last Words” section about amends & Step Nine.
Ep. 9_Part 3 of 4_Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017
March 13, 2017 01:02 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBIn part 3 of 4 (of Episode 9), Pat highlights sections from her favorite outreach piece of literature, the new "Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017" magazine. Discover two things that were done on this edition that were a “first” in this magazine’s history. We remember back to how we felt coming into our very first Al-Anon meeting and how desperation can be a gift! Lastly, at this podcast show's website, www.calchatpodcast.com, I've attached a PDF of the 2017 magazine as *bonus content* so yo...
Ep. 9_Part 3 of 4_Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017
March 13, 2017 01:02 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBIn part 3 of 4 (of Episode 9), Pat highlights sections from her favorite outreach piece of literature, the new “Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2017” magazine. Discover two things that were done on this edition that were a “first” in this magazine’s history. We remember back to how we felt coming into our very first Al-Anon meeting & how desperation can be a gift!
Ep. 9_Part 2 of 4_Courage To Change
March 13, 2017 00:53 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBThe conversation continues in Episode 9’s second part with Pat and her favorite page 199 (July 17th) from the daily reader "Courage To Change" (B-16). We explore more components that contribute to making it in recovery, which slogans have helped us out along the way, and how reading the literature can show that we’ve changed. Also find out a few fun facts about "Courage To Change." QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM PAT: "I forget how my life became unmanageable and I think it’s easy to fall back int...
Ep. 9_Part 1 of 4_Courage To Change
March 13, 2017 00:46 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBHow can I get time back in my life? Are appointments needed to attend an Al-Anon meeting? How can I spot changes in myself? In part 1 of 4 of Episode 9, Pat shares how one particular sentence from page 199 (July 17th) from the daily reader "Courage To Change" (B-16) impacted her life. She breaks down some of the major components that are involved in her recovery, how this reading ties into the second part of Step One, and which roles she identifies with from the pamphlet "Alcoholism, A-M...
Ep. 8_Part 3 of 3_Alateen Members Share
February 01, 2017 22:27 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIn part 3 of 3 (of Episode 8), Alateen members share what they would like to say to Al-Anon members, and they directly address the teenager that is living with alcoholism that hasn’t been to an Alateen meeting yet. They explain how Alateen is like a family environment and that they don’t bite! The show wraps up with a unique “Last Words” section from a couple of Alateen group sponsors, where they cover the importance of hearing from Alateen members, how the Seventh Tradition is practiced f...
Ep. 8_Part 3 of 3_Alateen Members Share
February 01, 2017 22:27 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIn part 3 of 3 (of Episode 8), Alateen members share what they would like to say to Al-Anon members, & they directly address the teenager that is living with alcoholism that hasn’t been to an Alateen meeting yet. They explain how Alateen is like a family environment & that they don’t bite! The show wraps up with a unique “Last Words” section from a couple of Alateen group sponsors, where they cover the importance of hearing from Alateen members, how the Seventh Tradition is practiced from ...
Ep. 8_Part 2 of 3_ Alateen Literature - Various
February 01, 2017 22:25 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBThe conversation continues in Episode 8’s second part with three more Alateen members talking about their favorite parts from "Courage To Be Me" (B-23), page 8 from the booklet "Alateen Talks Back On: Detachment" (P-73), and pages 268-269 (September 24th and 25th) from the daily reader "Living Today in Alateen" (B-26). They highlight a letter written to a parent, how they struggle with expectations of love, and how a member can eventually resemble the image on page 269 from "Living Today in...
Ep. 8_Part 1 of 3_Alateen Literature - Various
February 01, 2017 22:10 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBHow can I keep things simple? If my growth is like a tree, then what are my roots? What Alateen book can I bring to an Al-Anon meeting? In part 1 of 3 of this very special Episode 8, four Alateen members share what they like best about Alateen literature – specifically the Alateen Talk newsletter (no item #), "Courage To Be Me" (B-23), page 26 (January 26th) from the daily reader "Alateen-a day at a time" (B-10), and pages 25-26 from the "Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual 2014-2017" (P-24/27...
Ep. 7_Part 5 of 5_Best of Public Outreach
January 18, 2017 15:26 - 13 minutes - 6.08 MBIn part 5 of 5 (of Episode 7), the conversation continues with Mark about Alateen outreach to Alcoholics Anonymous and how service has helped his program. He shares what moved him emotionally at his first Area Assembly meeting and how it was similar to a Newcomer meeting! You can click this link to find this book, "The Best of Public Outreach" (P-90), online and to see Al-Anon’s TV public service announcements, visit: www.al-anon.org/media-kit/public-service-announcements. Lastly, the ind...
Ep. 7_Part 5 of 5_Best of Public Outreach
January 18, 2017 15:26 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBIn part 5 of 5 (of Episode 7), the conversation continues with Mark about Alateen outreach to Alcoholics Anonymous & how service has helped his program. He shares what moved him emotionally at his first Area Assembly meeting & how it was similar to a Newcomer meeting! I also give out the website addresses to find this book online as well as where you can view Al-Anon’s two TV public service announcements. Before wrapping up, Mark explains how being powerless & being hopeless are not the s...
Ep. 7_Part 4 of 5_Best of Public Outreach
January 18, 2017 15:23 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBMark’s favorite piece of literature to use for outreach purposes is the service tool "The Best of Public Outreach" (P-90) in Episode 7’s part 4 of 5. He shares how public outreach is what first got him into service in Al-Anon and calls out a “Getting Started” section on page 7, as well as pages 12-19 for several lists of outreach ideas. He also explains how the workbook helped with a big outreach project he was involved with that was done in honor of Al-Anon’s founder, Lois Wilson, and how...
Ep. 7_Part 4 of 5_Best of Public Outreach
January 18, 2017 15:23 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBMark’s favorite piece of literature to use for outreach purposes is the service tool “Best of Public Outreach” (P-90) in Episode 7’s part 4 of 5. He shares how public outreach is what first got him into service in Al-Anon & calls out a “Getting Started” part on page 7, as well as pages 12-19 for several lists of outreach ideas. He also explains how the workbook helped with a big outreach project he was involved with that was done in honor of Al-Anon’s founder, Lois Wilson, & how projects d...
Ep. 7_Part 3 of 5_Reaching For Personal Freedom
January 18, 2017 15:08 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MBIn part 3 of 5 (of Episode 7) find out what two words I discovered are inter-related after creating an index for "Reaching For Personal Freedom" (P-92). (The index can be downloaded as *bonus content* at this podcast show's website, www.calchatpodcast.com.) Mark also talks about how he used to be before he came into the Al-Anon program and explores what I call a “big ticket item!” QUOTABLE MOMENT FROM MARK: "...I think for me, personal freedom means mitigating fear in my life... minimi...