CALL ON THE NEW PERSON

Published in Grapevine, January 2012

Written by John L

 

 

Some call it Tag, and some “just pick someone”. The problem as I see it, being new in the area, is that I never get a chance to participate as everyone is picking their friends or people they know. I realize that I can put up my hand and break the chain but being new in the area I am feeling uneasy about that. Maybe it is pride, or ego but down deep I just want to be one of the group. This has happened on numerous occasions and not just in this area.

 

My suggestion is to step outside the box and call on the person visiting or new to the area. After the meeting, go over and introduce yourself. Try your best to welcome them. Remember our primary purpose is not to impress our friends but to carry the AA message to those who still may be suffering.

 

Remember, the time may come where you will be the one sitting on the outside of the circle wishing someone would call on YOU.

 

                                                                        Anonymous