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mgmerlino · mgmerlino

I am asking for everyone's prayers today. I have two very dear friends that are having issues. They both are in the program. I found a possible indication of both them possibly using. And, I am concerned about them. They both have 2 boys a piece and I just would like f...

BigV · BigV

" Lack of daily maintenance can show up in many ways." Basic Text p. 91 Ever had a perfect stranger remark about how great the weather was, only to reply "It stinks"? When this happens, we are probably suffering from a lack of daily maintenance in our program. In recovery, life ca...

hoss_66 · hoss_66

Hello all, here is my story in a nutshell: I am not an addict but about three weeks ago I found out that the woman I love is addicted to prescription drugs, vicodin in particular. She is getting help at a place called Starlite in Texas so this is good. To muddy matters, and to the crux of my problem, she is mar...

Tahir · Tahir

http://www.activeboard.com/forum.spark?forumID=42763&p=3&topicID=9975853

Tahir · Tahir

I might have to go out on a personal commitment this Sunday Morning, and hence not be able to chair the meeting at 10 AM (EST). Please bear with the inconvenience, and I would really appreciate if someone could step in as Chair for this Sunday morning meeting, so that the meeting is still on, irrespectiv...

jenny · jenny

Hey all, I have really been struggling with opening my mouth in the program, and I don't even have to open my mouth here, nor look anyone in the eye, but I guess I have to sit with myself, so being honest with you means I'm being honest with myself. I talk to my sponsor everyday, and have been doing extensive...

MorningStar · MorningStar

hi everybody... When is a good time to find people chatting?

I know it just depends right?

What's the best time of day to meet the members

My name is Roya an addict from Oregon Hope to meet you soon

we can · we can

Just wanted to share my excitment, I have met the man of my dreams! His name is Mc Dreamy and hes a 1 year old gray tabby that stold my heart. I went to the Humane Sociaty on Sat. thinking it's time i had a compainion, so I thought Im just going to walk around till one picks me. That was exactly how it happened...

evewuzframed269 · evewuzframed269

Quote: There's probably only one inappropriate way to use these guides: alone. We can't overemphasize the importance of working with a sponsor in working the steps. ~~The Narcotics Anonymous Step Working Guides I am, by nature, a very solitary person. It is difficult for me to have a stabl...

Tahir · Tahir

Sometimes I feel sad or depressed and think I'm doing something wrong. With all the work I'm doing to change my life, shouldn't I feel happy all the time? No. Sadness is just as much a part of life as happiness. Just as all the seasons are part of nature, all my feelings are part of me. Would I awaken on a ra...

we can · we can

I have been finding more time to log on here and I havent seen you 2 in a while, hope everythings ok with you. Hope you had a wonderfull Christmas and New Years looking forward to reading some more of your posts. Missing you!

BigV · BigV

January 16 Make That Call! " We feared that if we ever revealed ourselves as we were, we would surely be rejected.... [But] our fellow members do understand us." Basic Text, p. 31 We need our fellow NA members-their experience, their friendship, their laughter, their guidance,...

mgmerlino · mgmerlino

Yesterday Just for Today says alot of us growing up spiritually. Today, I am faced with truly growing up and letting go. And, boy is this something new. Facing the past, so that it does not effect my present way of life. In relationships I always thought that I had to do for the man. And, not him taking care...

Tahir · Tahir

Greetings Family, I look forward to your participation at this Sunday Morning 10 AM (EST) Meeting here at the MIP Chatroom. The topic of the meeting is today's Just For Today Meditation ~ A Loving God. January 14 A Loving God " Our understanding of a Higher Power is up to us.... The only suggest...

CoRyAnN · CoRyAnN

Thats right I don't know SHIT! But you know who does?? Our basic text!!!! Basic txt. pg.90-When we refuse to practice acceptance, we are in effect, still denying our faith in a higher power. Basic txt. pg.92-ANY clean addict is a miracle. We keep this miracle alive in ongoing recovery with positi...

mgmerlino · mgmerlino

I have always heard this statement. And, I recently hear it from my boyfriend. Because, I was taking and using my past against us in our relationship. This week-end past. His sponsor took him and his sponsees to Vegas. Boy, that was a good one. I did no...

Charles · Charles

I have been trying to get some help regarding NA online meetings. I seem to be reading some conflicting stuff. On one posting I understand there is a Sunday am meeting and yet on another announcement it appears that meetings are only on Wed. and Sat. nights. Can someone help me with this?

mgmerlino · mgmerlino

Lately, things in my life seem to be going in circles. And, as I led a meeting I realized that if I surrender on a daily basis. I will not only become one with my HP, but also find that my option to use and the choice to use is eliminated. Because, with that surrender I adapt my will to my&n...

Tahir · Tahir

Many of us have lived as if we always had to be right. We did not stop to notice that other things we cared about were being lost such as friends who got tired of our persistent need to be right, or children whose self-esteem was undermined when there was no room for their ideas, or a former mate who drifted a...

BigV · BigV

January 8 Growing Up "Our spiritual condition is the basis for a successful recovery that offers unlimited growth." Basic Text p. 43 When our members celebrate their recovery anniversaries, they often say that they've "grown up" in NA. Well, then, we think, what does that mean? W...

Charles · Charles

I have gone to the chatroom for the online NA meeting at 10am on Sunday morning. No one is in the room. Can someone enlighten me as to procedures? Is there a meeting on Sunday morning, and is it in the chatroom?

we can · we can

Just thought I would share what I did yesterday with you all. I have been so busy over the holidays and was unable to make it out to Windsor to deliver the last of the Christmas gifts, it's a 4 hour drive from home. I had very little sleep the night befor and woke up late, I was not thinking clear and for some...

Charles · Charles

I am planning to participate in the online meeting for MIP on Sunday am at 10 but I have no idea how the process will work online. Is there anything that I need to do to prep. for the meeting or should I just show up in the chat room at 10am. Secondly, I used to be involved in what we termed a 'feeli...

wantneeda · wantneeda

been too long since i was here last,,, anyways, doing pretty good today got lots on my plate got moved...thank God very blessed, i left the transition house with pretty much everything i needed and more. Amazing currently waiting on a jopb verification, been struggling with some things t...

BigV · BigV

and this might help me and you , this is partly what these daily thoughts are for. I wake in the morning with a negative thought going off in my head and this puts me in a better space/place for the day, OUT OF MY HEAD. December 29 Through Others' Eyes "When someone points out...

rayne · rayne

I know this paticular holday is difficult for many addict but let me say do not give up before the miracle happens remeber to breathe and drink plenty of water. If you find your self craving say the serenity prayer over and over till the though g\has dis apted have faith that someone in NA believes in you a...

OT · OT

Hi all, I'm looking for a meeting so I can pick up my 30 day key chain. Does anyone know where a meeting is in the San Leandro, Ca area? Thanks in advance OT

rayne · rayne

I had the oppurtunity to experience a true miracle today. The man that helped get NA started in our area and a man I was personally close to died at the age of 78 years old 28 years clean. It was an honor to be there when he took his last breath. so if you pray pray for his family and for those in this area that w...

Nvizable_Mike · Nvizable_Mike

I would like to thank all of you who sent Christmass cards and care packages to us at the Miricales in Progress recovery house. Your support ment so mutch to all of us. As Christmass aproched I was feeling so alone and was sarting to f...

Charles · Charles

My name is Charles, but I use Chuck as my nickname. I have with NA for six years after taking an in house program at Bellwood in Toronto, Canada. I was in Bellwood for 45 days in 2000 and then after graduating from there I was in two years of aftercare. I am addicted to a pai...

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	Asking For Everyone Prayers (Preview) I am asking for everyone's prayers today. I have two very dear friends that are having issues. They both are in the program. I found a possible indication of both them possibly using. And, I am concerned about them. They both have 2 boys a piece and I just would like f...	mgmerlino	3	872	Jan 27, 2007 by Raman
	January 23 Serenity CHECK (Preview) " Lack of daily maintenance can show up in many ways." Basic Text p. 91 Ever had a perfect stranger remark about how great the weather was, only to reply "It stinks"? When this happens, we are probably suffering from a lack of daily maintenance in our program. In recovery, life ca...	BigV	4	811	Jan 26, 2007 by BigV
	I need help and insight please! (Preview) Hello all, here is my story in a nutshell: I am not an addict but about three weeks ago I found out that the woman I love is addicted to prescription drugs, vicodin in particular. She is getting help at a place called Starlite in Texas so this is good. To muddy matters, and to the crux of my problem, she is mar...	hoss_66	1	754	Jan 21, 2007 by we can
	NA ~ Step Three (Preview) http://www.activeboard.com/forum.spark?forumID=42763&p=3&topicID=9975853	Tahir	0	744	Jan 20, 2007 by Tahir
	Sunday Morning Meeting Announcement (Preview) I might have to go out on a personal commitment this Sunday Morning, and hence not be able to chair the meeting at 10 AM (EST). Please bear with the inconvenience, and I would really appreciate if someone could step in as Chair for this Sunday morning meeting, so that the meeting is still on, irrespectiv...	Tahir	0	700	Jan 20, 2007 by Tahir
	stopping in to say hi (Preview) Hey all, I have really been struggling with opening my mouth in the program, and I don't even have to open my mouth here, nor look anyone in the eye, but I guess I have to sit with myself, so being honest with you means I'm being honest with myself. I talk to my sponsor everyday, and have been doing extensive...	jenny	2	772	Jan 19, 2007 by we can
	introduction (Preview) hi everybody... When is a good time to find people chatting? I know it just depends right? What's the best time of day to meet the members My name is Roya an addict from Oregon Hope to meet you soon	MorningStar	2	680	Jan 19, 2007 by jenny
	My new man (Preview) Just wanted to share my excitment, I have met the man of my dreams! His name is Mc Dreamy and hes a 1 year old gray tabby that stold my heart. I went to the Humane Sociaty on Sat. thinking it's time i had a compainion, so I thought Im just going to walk around till one picks me. That was exactly how it happened...	we can	8	909	Jan 19, 2007 by we can
	work it real good (Preview) *Quote:* There's probably only one inappropriate way to use these guides: alone. We can't overemphasize the importance of working with a sponsor in working the steps. ~~The Narcotics Anonymous Step Working Guides I am, by nature, a very solitary person. It is difficult for me to have a stabl...	evewuzframed269	7	924	Jan 18, 2007 by Tahir
	Passing on something I read... (Preview) Sometimes I feel sad or depressed and think I'm doing something wrong. With all the work I'm doing to change my life, shouldn't I feel happy all the time? No. Sadness is just as much a part of life as happiness. Just as all the seasons are part of nature, all my feelings are part of me. Would I awaken on a ra...	Tahir	27	1172	Jan 18, 2007 by Tahir
	Tahir , Peggy (Preview) I have been finding more time to log on here and I havent seen you 2 in a while, hope everythings ok with you. Hope you had a wonderfull Christmas and New Years looking forward to reading some more of your posts. Missing you!	we can	5	714	Jan 17, 2007 by Tahir
	January 16 "Just for Today" (Preview) January 16 Make That Call! " We feared that if we ever revealed ourselves as we were, we would surely be rejected.... [But] our fellow members do understand us." Basic Text, p. 31 We need our fellow NA members-their experience, their friendship, their laughter, their guidance,...	BigV	1	1310	Jan 17, 2007 by Tahir
	Growing Up Spiritually (Preview) Yesterday Just for Today says alot of us growing up spiritually. Today, I am faced with truly growing up and letting go. And, boy is this something new. Facing the past, so that it does not effect my present way of life. In relationships I always thought that I had to do for the man. And, not him taking care...	mgmerlino	13	1140	Jan 17, 2007 by BigV
	Topic for Sunday (14th Jan) 10 AM (EST) Meeting (Preview) Greetings Family, I look forward to your participation at this Sunday Morning 10 AM (EST) Meeting here at the MIP Chatroom. The topic of the meeting is today's Just For Today Meditation ~ A Loving God. January 14 A Loving God " Our understanding of a Higher Power is up to us.... The only suggest...	Tahir	3	793	Jan 16, 2007 by BigV
	What do I know I'm JUST a newcomer (Preview) Thats right I don't know SHIT! But you know who does?? Our basic text!!!! Basic txt. pg.90-When we refuse to practice acceptance, we are in effect, still denying our faith in a higher power. Basic txt. pg.92-ANY clean addict is a miracle. We keep this miracle alive in ongoing recovery with positi...	CoRyAnN	3	822	Jan 15, 2007 by BigV
	Letting Go and Letting God (Preview) I have always heard this statement. And, I recently hear it from my boyfriend. Because, I was taking and using my past against us in our relationship. This week-end past. His sponsor took him and his sponsees to Vegas. Boy, that was a good one. I did no...	mgmerlino	7	1022	Jan 14, 2007 by Tahir
	Help!! (Preview) I have been trying to get some help regarding NA online meetings. I seem to be reading some conflicting stuff. On one posting I understand there is a Sunday am meeting and yet on another announcement it appears that meetings are only on Wed. and Sat. nights. Can someone help me with this?	Charles	5	797	Jan 14, 2007 by rayne
	Faith and Trust (Preview) Lately, things in my life seem to be going in circles. And, as I led a meeting I realized that if I surrender on a daily basis. I will not only become one with my HP, but also find that my option to use and the choice to use is eliminated. Because, with that surrender I adapt my will to my&n...	mgmerlino	2	699	Jan 13, 2007 by mgmerlino
	Differences (Preview) Many of us have lived as if we always had to be right. We did not stop to notice that other things we cared about were being lost such as friends who got tired of our persistent need to be right, or children whose self-esteem was undermined when there was no room for their ideas, or a former mate who drifted a...	Tahir	1	800	Jan 13, 2007 by BigV
	Growing Up (Preview) January 8 Growing Up "Our spiritual condition is the basis for a successful recovery that offers unlimited growth." Basic Text p. 43 When our members celebrate their recovery anniversaries, they often say that they've "grown up" in NA. Well, then, we think, what does that mean? W...	BigV	6	945	Jan 13, 2007 by BigV
	Sunday Morning NA meetings online (Preview) I have gone to the chatroom for the online NA meeting at 10am on Sunday morning. No one is in the room. Can someone enlighten me as to procedures? Is there a meeting on Sunday morning, and is it in the chatroom?	Charles	3	3632	Jan 12, 2007 by Tahir
	The long way home (Preview) Just thought I would share what I did yesterday with you all. I have been so busy over the holidays and was unable to make it out to Windsor to deliver the last of the Christmas gifts, it's a 4 hour drive from home. I had very little sleep the night befor and woke up late, I was not thinking clear and for some...	we can	4	737	Jan 12, 2007 by Tahir
	Online Meetings (Preview) I am planning to participate in the online meeting for MIP on Sunday am at 10 but I have no idea how the process will work online. Is there anything that I need to do to prep. for the meeting or should I just show up in the chat room at 10am. Secondly, I used to be involved in what we termed a 'feeli...	Charles	1	744	Jan 12, 2007 by Tahir
	miss'n you's (Preview) been too long since i was here last,,, anyways, doing pretty good today got lots on my plate got moved...thank God very blessed, i left the transition house with pretty much everything i needed and more. Amazing currently waiting on a jopb verification, been struggling with some things t...	wantneeda	2	792	Jan 12, 2007 by Tahir
	I want to share this with you because today, I don't feel to good about myself (Preview) and this might help me and you , this is partly what these daily thoughts are for. I wake in the morning with a negative thought going off in my head and this puts me in a better space/place for the day, OUT OF MY HEAD. December 29 Through Others' Eyes "When someone points out...	BigV	26	1250	Jan 11, 2007 by BigV
	New Years Eve (Preview) I know this paticular holday is difficult for many addict but let me say do not give up before the miracle happens remeber to breathe and drink plenty of water. If you find your self craving say the serenity prayer over and over till the though g\has dis apted have faith that someone in NA believes in you a...	rayne	4	727	Jan 11, 2007 by BigV
	Key Chain Meetings (Preview) Hi all, I'm looking for a meeting so I can pick up my 30 day key chain. Does anyone know where a meeting is in the San Leandro, Ca area? Thanks in advance OT	OT	3	736	Jan 10, 2007 by Tahir
	death in recovery (Preview) I had the oppurtunity to experience a true miracle today. The man that helped get NA started in our area and a man I was personally close to died at the age of 78 years old 28 years clean. It was an honor to be there when he took his last breath. so if you pray pray for his family and for those in this area that w...	rayne	2	803	Jan 10, 2007 by Tahir
	Thanx for the christmass cards (Preview) I would like to thank all of you who sent Christmass cards and care packages to us at the Miricales in Progress recovery house. Your support ment so mutch to all of us. As Christmass aproched I was feeling so alone and was sarting to f...	Nvizable_Mike	2	816	Jan 10, 2007 by Tahir
	Introducing myself (Preview) My name is Charles, but I use Chuck as my nickname. I have with NA for six years after taking an in house program at Bellwood in Toronto, Canada. I was in Bellwood for 45 days in 2000 and then after graduating from there I was in two years of aftercare. I am addicted to a pai...	Charles	7	841	Jan 10, 2007 by Tahir
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