In addition to great quotes, it provides great emphasis on engaging with rather than isolating from people and god, continuous growth, positive thinkingattitude, and action living the solution. Big book workshop a new pair of glasses recovery month. This will allow for additional items to be added to your order, or for you to revise the amount of each item currently in your cart. Select the continue shopping button in order to return to the recovery shop website. Audiolisten to the incredible book study from chuck c. His famous a new pair of glasses part 1 chuck got sober in january 1946.
A new pair of glasses, first printing 1984 inscribed by chuck chamberlin to manuel c. Big book personal stories part iii they lost nearly all. Aa books, such as the aa big book, can help you not only understand how the 12 steps came about but can also help you better understand the steps to take and the reasons behind them. The big book from alcoholics anonymous text book chuck c a new pair of glasses aa speaker tapes bill w varieties of religious experience william james ref aa big book aa speaker mark h. Alcoholics anonymous, a new pair of glasses big book, tuesday at 7. The big book comes alive cd of the month club a new pair of glasses the spiritual life is not a theory disease of perception big book workshop weekend with scott l. Do yourself a favor and read the book new pair of glasses it is excellent and lifechanging. Book 41 spanish aa big book standard hardback price. A few weeks ago, at our local aa convention, i got found a speaker cd of his that was recorded in 1983 the year before his death.
I have one of these and it is one of my favorite items, a really excellent and useful for book study meetings or as a gift to a newcomer who is going to be heading to one. A new pair of glasses by chuck c and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy quality eyeglasses with a 365 days manufacturers warranty, free lenses, and free shipping. This series of talks in the podcasts was eventually transcribed into the book a new pair of glasses chuck c. I think the two most significant factors contributing to the special value of this book are that they represent the backbone of applied principles from the single most dynamic and successful philosophy of this century.
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This book has an inscription by author chuck chamberlin the father of the actor richard chamberlin to manuel c. Chuck c a new pair of glasses aa speaker tapes bill w varieties of religious experience william james ref aa big book aa speaker mark h. Gratitude roundup in diamondhead, mississippi on november 28, 2009. Chuck c is the father of actor richard camberlain and old friend of aa founders bill w and dr. Aa big book alcoholics anonymous hard cover the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous, affectionately known as the big book, includes twentyfour new stories and continues to pass on aas message of hope and recovery to millions. A few years ago i read the book a new pair of glasses, which is basically the transcript of a weekendlong aa talk given by chuck c. In a world of proliferating poppsychology and selfhelp publications, a reasonable questioner might wonder if a new pair of glasses serves any purpose whatsoever. Narcotics anonymous na 4 book lot the basic text dictionary and concordanc e. Alcoholics anonymous books abookman, a book man, book.
Big book personal stories part iii they lost nearly. A new pair of glasses helps in essential parts of life if some or many of its principles are put into p r a c t i c e. First published in 1939, alcoholics anonymous sets forth cornerstone more. A new pair of glasses january 1975 this series of talks were recorded at the pala mesa retreat. Chuck chamberlain a new pair of glasses my 12 step store. A new pair of glasses chuck c alcoholics anonymous aa oldtimer recovery new book. Whether you are on the verge of depression, selfdestruction, feeling a little melancholy or even if you dont feel like your life could get much better. One of my mentors was a guy named chuck chamberlain, and chuck used to tell the story of sitting in a certian chair in his house after a long drunk and thinking about his life. He said, maybe heaven is just a new pair of glasses. The story of how thousands of wellintentioned men and women have totally screwed up the original message clay f 4. Recoveryshop is the onestop shop for recovery meeting materials and 12step program related gifts. In this hard to find classic, these pages represent the backbone of applied principles from alcoholics anonymous, as told by chuck c, an aa legend, in his inimitable, charismatic style.
A new pair of glasses chuck c alcoholics anonymous 24 lot. From new look publishing company alcohol anonymous. It was from these tapes that the book a new pair of glasses origin. The first 164 pages of the big book with lined blank pages opposite each page of text for note taking. The title a new pair of glasses refers to the new perspective on life chuck c gained through practicing the 12 step program of alcoholics anonymous. I carefully placed the two signed a new pair of glasses books and chuck c.
The new pair of glasses series i decided to make as its own speaker with its child tapes, so its a bit odd in that respect as it has no proper name. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Aa big book covers alanon book covers na book covers na coins recovery gifts. These recording were made by an attendee with a small tape recorder. The account is inspiring and provides hope of a new life to all those who suffer from the disease of alcoholism. Those expecting a quick fix to serious issues will be sorely disappointed. A new pair of glasses was a term initially coined by a guy dr paul in his story doctor, addict, alcoholic or i think its called acceptance is the answer in the fourth edition i still have 4 copies of the third edtion, so i dont know and in it he describes the change of perception sobriety brought to him, he talked about how he used to focus on his wifes bad qualities, and they. Change your attitude change your world bronze medallion. This version of a new pair of glasses is the 10th printing. To save a file from an ipad or android tablet, simply hold your finger on the name for approx. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism. Chuck said later this was the only talk he gave where he said everything he wanted to say, at one time. The aa big book is the foundational piece of literature for the 12 step recovery process. To listen to a speaker on an ipad or android tablet, simply touch the name you want.
A new pair of glasses a few years ago i read the book a new pair of glasses, which is basically the transcript of a weekendlong aa talk given by chuck c. Aa alcoholics anonymous meetings in new york, ny in the rooms. This is a transcript of a big book workshop that joe and charlie have done around the world. He recovered and went on to design and build shopping centers in california. The author is a recovered alcoholic, who was by his own account a tongue chewing babbling idiot when he was approached by alcoholics anonymous. It was an awesome book and i was really impressed with his program and his spirituality. This version of chuck chamberlains a new pair of glasses is the 10th printing. This is a must read for all those whose lives have been touched by alcoholism. A journey through the steps drop the rock a talk to a newcomer jesse l stevie ray v. A new pair of glasses big book new york, new york aa.