Welcome to this webpage for the podcast "CAL Chat" - the show where we discuss our favorite Al-Anon and Alateen Conference Approved Literature and how it has improved our lives!
Dec 14, 2016
In part 4 of 4 (of Episode 6), the conversation continues with Nancy about her favorite Alateen literature & how being an AMIAS (Al-Anon Member Involved In Alateen Service) is her way of giving back. She explains the requirements to become an Alateen Group Sponsor & shares an innovative way an Alateen Group...
Dec 14, 2016
Nancy’s pick of literature to use for outreach purposes is “How Al-Anon Works” (B-22 for hardcover, B-32 for softcover, eB-22 for the electronic version, & eA-22 for the audiobook version) in Episode 6’s part 3 of 4. She highlights the slogan “Think” (page 71), “Lois’ Story” (pages 152-155), &...
Dec 14, 2016
Find out, in part 2 of 4 (of Episode 6), what “As We Understood” (B-11) was the first Conference Approved book to do in Al-Anon’s history. We talk about misconceptions about the book & the goal of learning something every day no matter how small. Nancy shares how important choices are, dealing with change, & she...
Dec 14, 2016
In part 1 of 4 of Episode 6, Nancy talks about her favorite book “As We Understood” (B-11) & shares how its positive uplifting take on our program has kept her using it. In particular, we discuss two prayers on pages 213 & 214 & how this book is different than a daily reader. We explore the spiritual...