This is an online group for AA (alcoholics anonymous) members, and other twelve-step program members in recovery who have an affinity for earth-oriented forms of spirituality. Monthly AA-based topics will discuss how philosophies and tools described by different teachers of earth-oriented spirituality and esotericism, can be incorporated into the spiritual part of our individual recovery programs.

The aims of these tools include the promotion of higher energy levels, clarity of mind and the avoidance of negative thought patterns that pose a threat to sobriety.

AA neither endorses nor condemns these tools. We believe that a solid foundation in sobriety requires firm adherence to the AA steps and traditions. This AA group is for those who have an affinity for earth-oriented forms of spirituality of old including but not limited to shamanism as described by teachers such as Carlos Castaneda, Florinda Donner, Taisha Abelar, Esmeralda Arana and many others.

Real-time meetings take place every Tuesday night at 9pm EST in our chat room (go to the groups' 'Links' section or go to:

http://host7.parachat.comhostedindex.htmlsite=10256&room=Lobby&width=600&height=400

All with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs are are welcome to attend the meetings. The chat room is open 24-hours a day for those who wish to discuss sobriety related issues and sprituality with other group members.

Only the owner is allowed to post messages. Members wishing to have discussions and post messages on-line are encouraged to join the group's discussion forum counterpart at:

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ASR2/. You will be invited to join or email the group owner to request an invitation.

Reading material for many topics: http://www.webreathe.com/truemind/index2.htm