Importance of Abundance and Spirituality in Money Discussions 2015 WSC Thought Force

BARRIERS and STRATEGIES BARRIERS and STRATEGIES

BARRIER Unaccustomed to discussions regarding spirituality and finances Discussions promote atmosphere of uncertainty and fear

STRATEGY Sharing experiences of gratitude, giving, and abundance in financially-based discussions Sharing in meetings and beyond the group level

STRATEGY Typical financial discussions vs. Spiritually-grounded financial discussions SKITS

BARRIER It takes time in Al-Anon recovery to make changes and move to a place of gratitude and abundance

STRATEGY Gratitude Abundance Spirituality Meetings ~ Workshops ~ Conventions

BARRIER Members may not understand the principle of abundance and where it is found in our Legacies

STRATEGY Using Al-Anon’s spiritual principles to discuss financial challenges trust honesty love understanding patience faith equality compassion gratitude acceptance generosity Discussions

STRATEGY Describe and define spiritual principles Relate to discussions of financial matters Create pamphlet

BARRIER Talking about money is uncomfortable for some members

STRATEGY Doorways to opening discussions AWARENESSINFORMATION

STRATEGY Money $$$$ Finances Topics for meetings

BARRIER Fear of financial insecurity

STRATEGY Working the Steps Financial security I am fearless

BARRIER Some members are struggling financially

STRATEGY Topic for meetings

STRATEGY Topics for meetings Responsibility Trust Faith

STRATEGY This program has helped me recognize the abundance in my life… My trust in a Higher Power assures me I will be OK Personal sharings at meetings

SUMMARY

What barriers did we miss? What strategies do you think would work?

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