As We Understood: A Collection of Spiritual Insights

by Al-Anon Family Groups

Fellowship --
Moving toward a spiritual awakening --
Concepts of a higher power --
Recognizing spiritual awakenings --
Letting go --
Prayer and meditation --
Practicing the spiritual life

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Spirituality

278 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1985

Reviews

[Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have grown very fond of this little book. It is the most spiritual of all Al-Anon books and several of my favourite Al-Anon quotes come from this little gem.

[Jean Marie Angelo · Rating 5 out of 5]

The essence of the 11th step told through the personal stories of Al-Anon members. I have read many of these readers and this one is a favorite.

[Chrysta]

A pocket sized book from Al-Anon Family Groups. I haven't delved into this one much yet but one day upon randomly opening to a page I found one of my favorite Al-Anon quotes to date.

[Siobhain · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good. Similar to a daily reader in that there are small separate entries which can be read a little at a time with the focus on the spiritual side of Al-Anon and one's relationship with one's higher power. Instead of dated entries like a daily reader, the chapters organize the topics in which the entries are grouped. Topics covered: Fellowship, Moving Toward a Spiritual Awakening, Concept of a Higher Power, Recognizing Spiritual Awakening, Letting Go, Prayer and Meditation, and Practicing the Spiritual Life. I won this book as a door prize. I might not have chosen to read it otherwise, but I am glad that I did.

[Susie Tenney · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a wonderful book, filled with inspirational shared experiences. I have made a commitment to myself to read it cover to cover at least once a year.

[Janine Toomey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the inspiration this book brings to the 12 Step Program. Good things come in small packages :-)

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

So many beautiful stories and prayers in this book. A great Step 11 book that my sponsor assigned to me for reading. Happy to add it to my collection of CAL.