February 2020

Highlights from the February 2020 Issue:

This issue focuses on growth and diversity within the fellowship, with a feature on newly formed meetings across Ottawa. Michel D. shares the development of the Beyond Belief secular group, reflecting a broader effort to make A.A. more inclusive and accessible to a wider range of members.

The editorial explores the idea of “putting the oxygen mask on ourselves first,” highlighting the importance of self-care and leading by example in recovery rather than trying to fix others.

Additional content looks at how members can participate in the General Service Conference process, reinforcing the importance of group conscience and communication within A.A. Personal stories, including Risa D.’s journey of founding the Freebirds group, explore service as an expression of recovery and the impact of creating welcoming spaces for newcomers.