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When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable. According to the writer of that big book chapter, they had held a deep resentment towards someone. Husbands and wives have sometimes been obliged to separate for a time until new perspective, new victory over hurt pride could be rewon. You dont need a twosided printer to print on both sides. Informally known as the big book with its first 164 pages virtually. If you wish to visit the official aaws web page, please click on the blue big book alcoholics anonymous these pages are not endorsed nor approved by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. A wikipedia article about this author is available narcotics anonymous. The sixth edition is a truly international basic text that reflects the diversity and strength of our worldwide na fellowship. We believe and hope it contains all you will need to begin. To experience the new nada values online with a demo account, click here.
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