We are here for you. We can relate to the degradation, the shame, the isolation, and the hopelessness that accompany alcoholism. We have found a way out.
There are three obvious questions that that a nonbeliever exploring AA will naturally have:
· What does Secular AA have to say about what it takes to get sober?
· Given I'm not a believer Is it even possible for me to be a member of any group in AA?
· Will I be pressured to adopt certain beliefs?
One of these questions is easy to answer. We can plainly state that it is in fact possible for a nonbeliever to be a member of AA. Our third tradition says, “The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking.”
The closest we can come to putting AA’s message of recovery into words would go something like this: “You are not alone. We are here for you. We can relate to the degradation, the shame, the isolation, and the hopelessness that accompany alcoholism. We have found a way out. We want to share it with you because we keep what we have by giving it away.”
We are often asked about our suggested literature. Many of our group have come to rely on,
"STAYING SOBER WITHOUT GOD" by Jeffrey Munn, LMFT.
"Living Sober" by an Anonymous author
And many of us find great wisdom in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Many in our group also like Sam Harris' "Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion"
There are many other books along the lines of agnostic/atheist recovery as you will discover. The main thing is the fellowship, come join us to start your new life. And we'll make a promise to you. You are going to love your new sober life!
Questions? Write to us at saasa.gsr@gmail.com