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Self-Discipline

Helped me Combat my Impostor Syndrome I always thought I was disciplined, but it was mostly about image. How I…

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Get Back in your Crate!

Saying no to whims to stay abstinent from compulsive overeating Self-discipline with regard to control of my impulses is central…

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How To Sponsor An Atheist

One of the questions I’m asked by believers is how they should sponsor an atheist. The question is a little…

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Concept Eight: Trust in Delegation

The Board of Trustees has delegated to its Executive Committee the responsibility to administer the OA World Service Office. Spiritual…

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Step 8: Self Discipline in Action

Step 8: “Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all.”…

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A Higher Place {HP} Prayer

I seek a Higher PlaceUpon which to perch my being.I rest my thoughts upon You,Sweet solace of my soul,As You…

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Step Eight Prayer

Higher Power of my own understanding,Infinite Radiance of All that IS,I seek your assistanceAs I count all thoseWhom I have…

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Obsessing to Get it Right

I was talking to my sponsors about my eagerness to move on to doing the steps and she suggested that…

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Concept Eight

Concept Eight: The Board of Trustees has delegated to its Executive Committee the responsibility to administer to the OA World…

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Following the Way

Two-Way Prayer Higher Power, I seek your guidance as I step into Your Way. Dearest Child, Bright Star of my…

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Interview with a Trustee of OA

Cyndy L, is a Trustee of OA, and is currently the chair of the Website Review Committee, on the Board…

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What I Heard at a Meeting

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May the 14th Be With You!

“Here we experience the great truth that when we let go of our need to control people and simply allow…

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Question of the Month

How do you use Self-discipline in your life? Thank God that I allow God to educate me in discipline… Today,…

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Step 8: Body Talk

After being abstinent for a few years and keeping off 75 pounds (34 kg), I have a special Eighth Step…

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Step 8: Connection Bridge

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