Alcohol & Drug Abuse Help Line

03/25/2025

we do recover... we do heal... one day at a time.

03/20/2025

Watch Party Viewings Registration
The General Service Board approved a tiered pricing registration option that is now being added for Groups and Informal Gathering Watch parties. Intergroups/Central offices, districts, areas, and local AA groups have requested this option.

A Group and Information Gathering Watch party coordinator must register and pay a 2025 IC Virtual Program Session Track registration fee based on a tiered number of watch party attendees as follows, see link: https://2025ic.wufoo.com/forms/z3724db1c8ztax/

03/20/2025

11/28/2024

Top 10 List of Funny AA Speakers often mentioned for their humor and relatable storytelling:

🎤 Scott R.
Known for his humorous and deeply authentic talks, Scott R. remains a beloved figure in AA, blending wisdom and laughter. (R.I.P.) PART 1 :https://youtu.be/1NpDvsOmBdI?feature=shared PART 2: https://youtu.be/zBMG0GSRT9U?feature=shared

🎤 Sandy Beach
A crowd favorite, his lighthearted yet impactful style makes recovery approachable and memorable. BEST OF PLAYLIST : https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuSJRom1_4kAD2-RqUgmRP6HcbGRHBUs6&feature=shared

🎤 Bob Earl
Revered for his wit and insight, Bob's speeches remain a staple for those seeking humor in recovery. PLAYLIST : https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz7l1QV-m5KJf2pgWPM5dw4gQDjaygjZY&feature=shared

🎤 Jennifer H.
Hilarious and engaging, Jennifer's talks are a treat for anyone needing levity in their journey. BEST OF WOMEN SPEAKERS PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuSJRom1_4kD_N9FneQptcHzrbWHaSf2m&feature=shared

🎤 Dr. Paul (Acceptance is the Answer)
Famous for his humor-filled perspective on life and recovery, Dr. Paul's speeches captivate with their dry wit. ACCEPTANCE: https://youtu.be/jTLRWfIJWyg?feature=shared

🎤 Clancy I.
While sometimes serious, Clancy is appreciated for his humorous takes on recovery challenges. PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuSJRom1_4kAl6Zgq6wFE04kRtdkuqr9G&feature=shared

🎤 Joe and Charlie
This duo combines humor with education, offering a laugh-out-loud approach to breaking down AA principles. PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Q57n3av-LT5OfSJL1YeHPDc4L1UXCG5&feature=shared

🎤 Mickey B.
Mickey's talks, especially those focused on alcohol, are celebrated for their comedic edge. FUNNY TALK: https://youtu.be/MJXNmvDvXn4?feature=shared

Earl H. (Georgia)
Known for his laugh-out-loud anecdotes and engaging delivery, Earl H. is a must-listen. BEST OF PLAYLIST : https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuSJRom1_4kCPZBe0XehiGO4RunsXdqZz&feature=shared

Leslie J.
Highly regarded for blending humor with recovery wisdom, Leslie's speeches continue to inspire laughter and reflection. (R.I.P.) Al-Anon: Leslie J from Los Angeles (LGBTQ) https://youtu.be/qmJs46am5uc?feature=shared

These speakers are highly recommended by the AA community for their ability to lighten the load while addressing recovery's serious undertones. Many of their talks can be found on platforms like YouTube or SoberCast.

These powerful women for sobriety in Alcoholics Anonymous share their stories in the hopes it might help someone to recover from alcoholism!

11/23/2024

Congratulations Steve-O on 16 years of sobriety.

11/21/2024

Andy Dick has tried rehab 20 times..

we don't discourage that at all - just keep trying.

10/08/2024

LPT: You don't have to stay at rock bottom when you hit it.

10/03/2024

"The pain gradually fades" - the final line from today’s daily reading. This is crucial for us alcoholics, as we tend to be an impatient lot. It reminds us to trust the process and allow the program time to work. Just as our friends and family need time to witness our transformation before they can fully welcome us back, we must remember that lasting change doesn't happen overnight. We can't attend one meeting and expect everything to be instantly different.

10/02/2024

RIP KK. another one of us died... but we died sober.

09/28/2024

To remember and forgive is your greatest strength.

09/01/2024

It’s not easy to climb out of a hole, but who wants it easy?

There was a time when I was trapped in a deep, dark hole. This wasn't a hole you could see, but one you could feel a pit dug by the relentless hands of addiction. It started slowly, just a little taste here, a small risk there. But soon, what began as a curiosity became chains around my ankles, pulling me deeper into a void that seemed impossible to escape.

The hole was lined with the remnants of my vices. Empty bottles clinked together like mocking laughter, remnants of late-night gambling binges cluttered the ground, and the echoes of reckless decisions with fleeting pleasures ricocheted off the walls. The darkness whispered lies in my ear, convincing me that this pit was all I deserved. It told me that there was no way out, that I might as well give up, that the only way to silence the pain was to let go forever.

But deep down, a tiny spark of defiance flickered. I didn’t want to die. Despite the overwhelming weight of the hole I was in, I wasn’t ready to let it bury me. I wanted to live not just exist in this pit of despair, but truly live. And that desire, faint as it was, became my lifeline.

It wasn’t easy to admit that I needed help. Pride is a stubborn thing, and it clung to me even as I teetered on the edge of oblivion. But the truth was undeniable: I couldn't do this alone. So, with trembling hands and a voice choked by shame, I reached out. I called for help, not knowing if anyone would hear me or if anyone even cared. But to my surprise, hands reached back.

It wasn’t easy to let go of the crutches I had leaned on for so long. The comfort of numbness was seductive, but it was also killing me. I had to face the demons I had tried so hard to avoid, to confront the pain I had buried beneath substances and distractions. It was a battle every single day, and some days, I didn’t think I would make it.

But as I clawed my way upward, I discovered something remarkable: each time I overcame an obstacle, each time I resisted the pull of old habits, I grew stronger. The climb was grueling, and I often stumbled, but I kept going because I had found something worth fighting for myself.

I had always wanted things to be easy, to find a quick fix or an escape from the hard parts of life. But the truth is, the struggle is what makes us who we are. The climb out of that hole wasn’t easy, but it was necessary. It forced me to confront the parts of myself I had tried to bury and gave me the chance to rebuild my life on a foundation of resilience and hope.

Now, as I stand on solid ground, I look back at the hole that once seemed like it would swallow me whole. I can see it for what it was: not a place of doom, but a crucible where I was forged into something stronger. It’s not easy to climb out of a hole, but then again, who wants it easy? It’s the climb that makes the view from the top so breathtaking.

AA helped a lot.

08/23/2024

It’s great to be clean and sober! Today Danny Trejo has 56 years.

He did it one day at a time and you can too.

We believe in you!