I do qualify

suz155

Hello all,

I'm a long time member of another 12-step group (Al-Anon). I know the steps, promises, sponsorship, reading, service work etc etc, works. I'm just baffled on how to do this with food. I did attend a few OA meetings and I can give you a million reasons, why I didn't continue. But, it's just a bunch of excuses,,,first an foremost, I just wasn't ready.

Not much I can say, except, thanks for being here guys.

Terri_Wickwire

Hi Suz!! Here's the "requirements" as posted on www.oa.org:

"Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive eating using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of OA. Worldwide meetings and other tools provide a fellowship of experience, strength and hope where members respect one another’s anonymity. OA charges no dues or fees; it is self-supporting through member contributions.

OA is not just about weight loss, weight gain or maintenance, or obesity or diets. It addresses physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. It is not a religious organization and does not promote any particular diet.

OA members differ in many ways, but we are united by our common disease and the solution we have found in the OA program. We practice unity with diversity, and we welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively. Welcome to Overeaters Anonymous. Welcome home."

If you have been guided to this board, you most certainly may "qualify"! Welcome Home. :flowerforyou:

sheltony

I'm pretty new to OA, but have come to recognize its influence in my life. The tools are the hardest part for me. The steps work, especially when you have a group to work them with. WIshing you success and hoping you'll be helped by the fellowship.