There is Life After Catatonia
When we are constantly put down mentally, physically, and spiritually by the ones who are supposed to love us, it…
ABSTINENCE
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OA Reflects No Diet
OA is known for being a food program not a diet program. What does this mean? Why is the mentality…
Why I Write (and Why You Can Too)
I used to be a terrible, fearful writer. So much so, I went to law school with one specific goal:…
Abstinence Prayer By Lynm
ABSTINENCE PRAYERGod, today is a new day for me and with You it can be a day ofabstinence; with You…
May the 14th Be With You…
“…by setting down our grievances in black and white, we place a boundary around them.” -The Twelve Steps and Twelve…
Balanced Prescription
My first OA meeting was in 1980. I was a college student, sick from bouts of anorexia and bulimia, and…
Made Possible
In times of fear and doubt, I can remember to ground myself in the fact of my abstinence. It’s simple:…
Finding Acceptance in OA
I had struggled with my weight for much of my life. I had been on diets since I was in…
Chips of a Different Kind
As I approach 6 years of abstinence, I think of the changes that have happened in my life. Sometimes I…
Step 4: Searching Out Shame
In OA, we rely strongly on AA literature, and we are truly blessed to have it. I am infinitely grateful…
Focus & Routine
Before OA, my total focus and routine always was on food. For almost 57 years it was my main focus;…
Fourth Step Persistence
My sponsor taught me “Abstinence no matter what,” and for me, it all begins with willingness. I have severe and…
Thought for Today
When we practice living in harmony with our world, we become wiser about choosing our battles. We learn where to…