The only requirement for membership in Al-Anon is that there be a problem of alcoholism in a family or friend.

How many other groups that you know of are so inclusive?

And how does this help you? how is it a challenge for you?

Welcome to episode 315 of the Recovery Show. This episode is brought to you by

Sitale,

Jennifer, Susan, Joy, and Chris.

They used the donation button on our website.

Thank you, Sitale,

Jennifer, Susan, Joy, and Chris for your generous contributions.

This episode is for you. We are friends and

family members of alcoholics and addicts who have found a path to serenity and happiness.

We who live or have lived with the seemingly hopeless problem of addiction

understand as perhaps a few others can. So much depends on our own attitudes and we believe

the changed attitudes can aid recovery.

Before we begin, we would like to state that in this show we represent ourselves rather than any 12-step program.

During this show we will share our own experiences. The opinions expressed here are

strictly those of the person who gave them. Take what you like and leave the

rest. We hope that you will find something in our sharing that speaks to your

life. My name is Spencer and I am your host today.

Let's start with a reading from our daily reader, courage to change. This is July 4th.

Tradition 3 reminds me of two aspects of Al-Anon that I cherish. First, I know that I can go to a meeting anywhere in the world

and expect to find no other affiliation promoted by the group.

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