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Experience, Strength & Hope Newsletter

Experience, Strength & Hope Newsletter

Sponsored by OA Foot Steps Virtual Intergroup #09670

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  • ABOUT OA
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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…

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Safe Space for Neurodiverse OA Members

I have had issues with food as long as I’ve been alive, I officially have a binging eatingdisorder but have…

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Clarity in Service

“Service responsibility is balanced by carefully defined service authority; therefore, duplication of efforts is avoided.” – Concept TenSpiritual Principle: Clarity…

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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:…

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HOW OA Works – Behind the Scenes

Limited Series Ever wondered how OA functions behind the scenes? You’re not alone!Follow us as we continue to explore the…

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May the 14th Be With You…

“…The only way to do meditation wrong is not to do it at all” The Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions…

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Interview with Joni B. – A Journey of Recovery and Service

Joni discusses her long journey with compulsive eating and her path to recovery through various programs. She recounts her struggles with dieting,…

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Spotlight on the Digital Committee

If you’ve ever found your way to a meeting through the website or sent a message through the Contact Us…

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What I’ve Learned about Recovery so Far.

Tomorrow will be ten months that I have been abstinent. There are many things I have come to love about…

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Obsession

I have an allergy of craving and a mental twist; the both together makes me a true addict. It doesn’t…

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HOW OA WORKS – Behind the Scenes

Limited Series – Ever wondered how OA functions behind the scenes? You’re not alone!Follow us as we kick off a…

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Spotlight on Anorexia Bulimia Service Board

Did you know that OA Foot Steps has its own Anorexia Bulimia Specific Focus Service Board? The Service Board exists…

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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…

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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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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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Made Possible

In times of fear and doubt, I can remember to ground myself in the fact of my abstinence. It’s simple:…

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