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Dear Recovering Corker,

In meetings I hear people talk about their routines with morning meditation. They are always talking about reading from meditation books as part of their morning ritual but never mention the name of the book. I only ever hear about the Big Book and to read pages 86-88 to start my day. Is there a meditation book specific for Alcoholics Anonymous?

Soooo Confused

Dear Confused,Let me introduce you to “Daily Reflections”, a book of reflections by A.A. members for A.A. members. Daily Reflections is an A.A. General Service Conference-approved piece of literature. The collection of reflections moves through the calendar year – one day at a time. At the top of each dated page is a quotation from sources such as Bill W. in A.A Comes of Age and The Best of Bill; Dr. Bob in Dr. Bob and the Good Oldtimers. Following each quote is a personal reflection, by an A.A. member, on the quotation. Check with your local group or meeting to purchase a copy. You can also visit your local Central Office for more information.

Yours Truly,

Recovering Corker

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