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Experience, Strength & Hope Newsletter

Experience, Strength & Hope Newsletter

Sponsored by OA Foot Steps Virtual Intergroup #09670

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Welcome Home

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Tradition 7: Strive to Give

I schlepped into my first OA meeting late and in dirty clothes, fearful of the people around me. I left early…

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  • Carry the Message
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Concept Practices

Hi, I am a compulsive overeater and have been in OA for twenty-six years. I have been abstinent for almost…

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Turning Over My Defects

“When you have faults, do not fear to abandon them.” – Confucius, as quoted from For Today, November 3rd I…

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An Anorexic/Bulimic/Exercise Addict’s Road to Recovery

I am Bryan V., a grateful compulsive overeater, anorexic, bulimic, and exercise addict from the Inland Empire Intergroup of OA….

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Helpful Voices

I’m an addicted people pleaser. I don’t want to make anyone upset, inconvenience them, start a conflict, or rock the…

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Celebrating Six Years of OA Foot Steps – A Message from our Chair

Hi everyone! I’m Renee, and I have the absolute joy and honor of serving as the Chair of OA Foot…

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Concept Four

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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…

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Finding Autonomy: A Journey Through Dependence, Independence, and Interdependence

Autonomy—this word carries a lot of weight for me. It’s not just a concept; it’s a personal journey, a lesson…

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First Haiku

I am powerless Put my faith in these twelve Steps , A new life awaits -Denise M ©2024 Experience Strength…

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Finding Acceptance in OA

I had struggled with my weight for much of my life. I had been on diets since I was in…

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Anew

This time of year always gives hope of new life springing eternal. Spring, when things begin to grow after a…

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Extra! Extra! Read all About It!! OA Foot Steps is 6 years Old!

APRIL 14, 2025 QUARTERLY EDITION Hot off the press!! The Experience, Strength & Hope Newsletter {ESH} has hit the stands…

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May the 14th Be With You…

“We gratefully follow in the footsteps of many others who have walked this way before us, and we’re gratified to…

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Spotlight on OA Foot Steps Milestones Committee & OA Foot Steps Birthday and Milestones Meeting

Did you know that OA Foot Steps wants to celebrate you? There are 2 ways we celebrate! The Monthly Birthday/Milestone…

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Finding Recovery and Community: An Interview with Juliet H In a candid conversation, Juliet shared her experiences with compulsive eating…

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