Narcotics anonymous offers recovery from the effects of addiction through working a twelvestep program, including regular. These principles make up the basis of most, if not all, 12 step programs and are said to lead to spiritual awakening. Part 1 discusses the basics of the na fellowship program and the twelve steps and traditions. The twelve steps and twelve traditions of narcotics anonymous by narcotics anonymous 4. We welcome you to read this text, hoping that you will choose to. Na is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. The book explains the 12 steps of the program in detail as they apply to marijuana addicts. Narcotics anonymous na is a twelve step fellowship that is devoted to helping people escape drug addiction. Narcotics anonymous uses a traditional 12 step model that has been expanded and developed for people with varied substance abuse issues and is the secondlargest 12 step organization. To read a pdf version of the twelve steps and twelve traditions click here. Narcotics anonymous na describes itself as a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. We realize that, whether written or verbal, no discussion of something as personal and individual as recovery can be all things to all people. What we are referring to is a higher power or god of our understanding.
While the most obvious benefit of following the 12 steps of na is that it can help you overcome a crippling and potentially lifethreatening addiction, there are a few reasons in particular for choosing narcotics anonymous over other addiction support groups. Narcotics anonymous is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. Our twelve steps detail our program for personal recovery. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Our twelve traditions relate experience that can help na groups maintain their unity. My 12 step store offers gifts not only for those going through aa but other recovery programs as well including narcotics anonymous na, cocaine anonymous ca, crystal meth anonymous cma, nicotine anonymous nica, overeaters anonymous oa, gamblers anonymous ga, and others. Narcotics anonymous is a worldwide fellowship of men and women for whom drugs have become a major problem. Welcome to narcotics anonymous australia if you think you might have a drug problem and want to stop using, we can help. Na narcotics anonymous naranon naranon family groups oa overeaters anonymous tsj the twelve step journal wa workaholics anonymous.
These guidelines developed from the aa movement and are described as 12 traditions that na members adhere to and respect. On september 14, 1953, aa authorized na the use of aas 12 steps and traditions on the condition that they stop using the aa name, causing the organization to call itself narcotics anonymous. Our collection of more than 500 books is divided over eleven subject categories and 18 pages of the very best in 12 step program and book titles for recovery from addiction available on the market. The first book written to cover the 12 step program was titled alcoholics anonymous, affectionately known as the big book by program members. Just as with alcoholism, there is no cure for narcotic addiction, but recovery is possible through a program adapted from the twelve steps and twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. In sharing their struggles and triumphs in the battle against their addictions, members of na find the strength to keep fighting the good fight for a. Originally proposed by alcoholics anonymous aa as a method of recovery from alcoholism, the twelve steps were first published in the 1939 book alcoholics anonymous. A twelvestep program is a set of guiding principles outlining a course of action for recovery from addiction, compulsion, or other behavioral problems. If you listen to one of our speakers, we can assure you it is entertaining, easy to listen to, and carries a strong message of recovery and hope. We have all the books needed and the most popular books, workbooks and program materials asked for. The aa 12 step program designed by alcoholics anonymous is a recovery process for individuals committed to overcoming addiction, compulsion, or other behavioral problems. In my view it is a better text in mny ways from the aa big book because it is more uptodate and does not have bill ws excellent but dated writing style of some seventyodd years ago, so it is better suited to younger people today. Na practices a 12step philosophy similar to that of alcoholics anonymous. The fellowship still had little structure, however, and the 1960s were a.
Marijuana anonymous 12step marijuana addiction recovery. Recovery literature in english us narcotics anonymous. Information naanonieme verslaafden nederland narcotics. We apologize for any inconvenience and invite you to return to the site on sept 23. As the secondlargest 12 step organization, narcotics anonymous provides meetings for millions of people with addiction worldwide. Recovery posters alcoholics anonymous recoveryshop. Nov 05, 2019 to date, na is the second largest 12 step organization. But it is the sixth step in the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous the prototype of 12 step. The 12step na recovery program was designed to parallel the one implemented by aa, and it was meant to be a recovery pathway with all. Narcotics anonymous na is an addiction recovery organization that was founded in 1953. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Nov 14, 2019 the 12 traditions of narcotics anonymous. Narcotics anonymous offers recovery from the effects of addiction through working a twelve step program, including regular attendance at group meetings. These guides are meant to be used by na members at any stage of recovery, whether its our first time through the steps or weve been living with the steps as our guiding force for many years.
The steps by the big book workbook can be downloaded for free. Following the subsequent extensive growth of twelve step programs for other addictive and dysfunctional behaviors, many additional books were written and recordings and videos were produced. The secondlargest 12step organization in the world, na hosts free meetings open to anyone with a sincere desire to abstain from drug use. The 12 steps are a set of guiding principles established by the founders of alcoholics anonymous in 1939. Narcotics anonymous uses a traditional 12 step model that has been expanded and developed for people with varied substance abuse issues. He wanted what he saw in the rooms of narcotics anonymous, but was afraid of returning to his old life if he quit methadone.
Cocaine anonymous world services a guide to the 12 steps. This work is the socalled basic text and is divided into two parts. Books by narcotics anonymous author of narcotics anonymous. There is no fee associated with joining na, and the only requirement for membership is the desire to quit drugs. While 12step programs arent a substitute for marijuana addiction treatment, they can provide important benefits to individuals in recovery. Life with hope is available for free on the marijuana anonymous website. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. We apologize for any inconvenience and invite you to return to the site on sept 23 narcotics anonymous world services.
Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12 steps. Thorough discussion of each of the twelve steps is contained in that work. The narcotics anonymous step working guides unfamiliar, we should feel free to make use of a dictionary. Literature publications on our experience of recovery from addiction are available at many group meetings. History of the 12 steps of na and aa where did they come from. This book, written by addicts, for addicts, about addicts, sets forth the spiritual principles of narcotics anonymous that hundreds of thousands of addicts. The white booklet a short introduction the na programme the basic text the blue book a guide detailing the na program as a whole, including the 12 steps and 12 traditions, and a selection of member stories. As with other 12 step programs, the goal of narcotics anonymous is to create a recovery community for those with substance abuse problems. The na basic text explains it well our concept read more.
Na provides support for those attempting to recover from drugs other than just alcohol. Pdf narcotics anonymous download full pdf book download. The twelve steps of narcotics anonymous na recovery. These guides are meant to be used by na members at any stage of recovery, whether its our first time through the steps or weve been living with the steps.
Literature is generally available to purchase at meetings, at local areas service committee meetings or online through. The twelve steps and twelve traditions of narcotics anonymous gift edition by narcotics anonymous 2002 hardcover. This is the standard na book on twelve step recovery for people addicted to chemicals. This is what makes odomtology 12 step recovery media stand out. This basic text is based on an outline derived from our white book, narcotics anonymous. The twelve steps and twelve traditions of narcotics anonymous.
It works how and why coastal carolina area of narcotics. Quality information and tools for a 12 step program of. The twelve concepts guide our services and help ensure that the message of narcotics anonymous is available to all addicts. The book you have in your hands is a discussion of the twelve steps and twelve traditions of narcotics anonymous. Narcotics anonymous second chances sober living recovery. High quality narcotics anonymous gifts and merchandise. This portion of the book explores the spiritual principles in each step and how we experience them in our lives. Formats in which the twelve steps and twelve traditions can be read. We apologize for any inconvenience and invite you to return to the site on sept 23 narcotics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous big book, aa twelve steps and twelve traditions and narcotics anonymous basic text and how it works and why, alanon courage to change. Narcotics anonymous narcotics anonymous used books, rare books and new books. The twelve steps and twelve traditions of narcotics anonymous gift edition by narcotics anonymous 2002 hardcover by narcotics anonymous jan 1, 2002 3. We welcome you to read this text, hoping that you will choose to share with us in the new life we have found.
The following are the 12 steps of narcotics anonymous, also referred to as na. Additional information about na recovery can be found in other na literature. Steps by the big book is a nocharge website for people in recovery from alcohol and drugs and other addictions who wish to study the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa as part of a friendly, focused group, and work them according to the big book, alcoholics anonymous. This is a program of complete abstinence from all drugs. Na program naanonieme verslaafden nederland narcotics. It is a completely nonprofit organization that relies on members to provide services for free. Just as with alcoholism, there is no cure for narcotic addiction, but recovery is possible through a program adapted from the twelve steps and twelve traditions. And our twelve concepts are guiding principles for our service structure. Narcotics anonymous offers recovery from the effects of addiction through working a twelvestep program, including regular attendance at group meetings. A simple spiritual, not religious program it is important for you to know that you will hear god mentioned in our meetings. Na book 1 na basic text 6th edition standard hardcover price. The sixth edition includes stories not previously published in earlier editions, written by narcotics anonymous members from all over the world. We admitted that we were powerless over our addiction, that our lives had become unmanageable.
This book is the shared experience of the fellowship of narcotics anonymous. The history of the 12 steps of narcotics anonymous began over 80 years ago, when a new york businessman and an ohio surgeon began a fellowship based on mutual aid, founded with the goal of helping fellow alcoholics regain and retain their sobriety. Narcotics anonymous little white booklet the we version of the serenity prayer god, grant us the serenity to accept the things we cannot change, courage to change the things we can, and the wisdom to know the difference. In 1954, the first na publication was printed, called the little brown book. The purpose of this portion of the book is to invite members to engage in a journey of recovery and to serve as a resource in gaining a personal understanding of the spiritual principles in the twelve steps of narcotics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous 12 step program was initially published in the book, alcoholics anonymous. The idea for this piece of literature came from the narcotics anonymous fellowship itself. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. As the secondlargest 12step organization, narcotics anonymous provides meetings for millions of people with addiction worldwide. The first eight chapters are based on the topic headings in the white book and carry the same title. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. Recovery literature in english us we offer all available information pamphlets and na booklets here, in all currently available languages, in order to serve our members and potential members.
With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters. Though the aa literature was wellwritten i felt the nas literature was much more in step with the presentday. The third step prayer god take my will and my life. Narcotics anonymous was established in response to the success of alcoholics anonymous. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions twelve steps and twelve traditions audio version. Given their proliferation, the success of the steps as imagined one night by bill wilson in 1938 is incalculable.
Watch asl dvd version includes subtitles and audio in english. Mar 25, 2014 but it is the sixth step in the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous the prototype of 12step. It is the basic text of the fellowship of narcotics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of men and women, young and old, who were addicted to drugs, to recover. Beginning in the early 1980s, we began receiving twelve step guides and step worksheets along with requests that we develop a standard set of guides for the na fellowship to use in working through the twelve steps. Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to addicts, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. Read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Many of the book covers found here at recoveryworld are made in the usa and will proudly display so in the product description. Narcotics anonymous, as a fellowship, is defined by its principles. Nabk 10 dictionary for narcotics anonymous book price.
Living clean a guide to ongoing recovery and living in the program of narcotics anonymous. This is the audio version of twelve steps and twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. And even though i identified with other recovering alcoholics i used narcotics more than anything else and found much deeper identification within the meetings of narcotics anonymous and the pages of the basic text. The twelve steps of narcotics anonymous, as adapted from a. Fellowship demand propelled this project up the na world service. We welcome you to read this text, hoping that you will choose to share with us the new life that we have found. Narcotics anonymous learn more about the 12 steps of na. Narcotics anonymous na founded in 1953, narcotics anonymous is a nonprofit fellowship of people in recovery from drug addiction. We feature speakers from alcoholics anonymous, narcotics anonymous, overeaters anonymous, alanon family groups. When you attend an na meeting, you will be led through the 12 steps and, at subsequent meetings, will discuss your progress through the steps and the overall progress of your sobriety. For ten months he went to meetings every dayand finally he. In addition to the na 12 steps, na operates on a set of guidelines meant to facilitate healthier relationships with other individuals and with society. The story of how more than one hundred men have recovered from alcoholism. Overview preface preface chapter 1 bills story chapter 2 there is a solution chapter 3 more about alcoholism chapter 4 we agnostics chapter 5 how it works chapter 6 into action chapter 7 working with others.