Experience, Strength & Hope Newsletter

Tradition 7; Practicing this Principle in ALL my Affairs

Tradition 7: Every OA group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. Spiritual Principle: Responsibility For most of my…

I had the privilege to visit the World Service Office (WSO) during the World Service Business Conference (WSBC) in April 2026 with…

When I saw that this month’s topic was the Tools of Recovery, I was intrigued. Although I’ve been in OA for…

I use creativity to aid in my recovery. So grateful for OA Footsteps offering CREATIVE OA meeting for Artists like…

Able, trusted servants, together with sound and appropriate methods of choosing them, are indispensable for effective functioning at all service…

When I came back to OA, what I hope will be the last time, I told my sponsor I needed…

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

Walking into my first Overeaters Anonymous meeting took courage. Like many other newcomers, I arrived carrying my shame, fear and…

Each issue, we’ll highlight one or two podcasts that reflects the theme of our current ESH publication. This quarter’s featured…

When I first came into recovery, I dreaded Step 9: “Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to…

Hi! I’m Andres, a grateful human being, compulsive eater in recovery. Just for today. I love this program with all…

Imagine beginning each day by setting aside the busyness of life, taking a deep breath, and spending time with your…

“My Creator, I am now willing that You should have all of Me good and bad. I pray that you…

What is your favorite tool in OA and Why? The 9 tools of recovery are: Plan of Eating; Sponsorship; Writing;…

June 9, 2026 To: Members, Groups and Service Bodies of Overeaters Anonymous. We’re reaching out to ask for your support…