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English Glossary for ACA Literature

English Glossary for ACA Literature

Here is a link to an English language Glossary of English terms in ACA literature that have caused issues for non-English speakers and for translations: Current English Foundation Glossary People can do a global search for the word or phrase they are looking for. The...
Learning How To Share

Learning How To Share

It was so difficult for me to share when I was a newcomer. I did not have any experience in other programs, because ACA is the only program that it makes sense for me to attend; after seeing what alcohol has done to my family, I developed very strong negative feelings...
Step One Is Not A One-Time Only Step

Step One Is Not A One-Time Only Step

Wishful thinking isn’t prayer. I have discovered limits, if I have worked Step One. No matter how passionately I may have hoped I could get away with it—not suffer consequences—I have admitted I am powerless over alcohol or drugs, no matter who is using them. When...
WEATHERING STORMS

WEATHERING STORMS

I have spent most of my life drowning. Every time I came up for air there was a thumb pushing me under. If the thumb was taking a break, there was someone’s opinion, dragging me under. A constant battle of gasping for air. No break in the waves of trauma as far as the...
Boundaries

Boundaries

As newcomers, we often feel the need to set boundaries with family or friends who don’t understand our program, who may give unwanted advice, or simply trigger our laundry list traits. I had a friend who criticized the way I taught my children manners (or lack...