AA Meetings Abilene, TX

Below is a comprehensive directory of AA meetings in Abilene, Texas.

The closest AA meeting to you is 0.44 miles away and meets on Monday at 12:15:00 PM.

If you can't find a meeting close to you at the time you're looking for, we recommend checking out nearby towns including: Impact, Elmdale, Tye, and Caps.

Additional local resources: Abilene NA Meetings | Abilene Al-Anon Meetings

What is an AA Meeting?

An AA Meeting is a program where alcoholics and people who struggle with substance abuse gather for one hour to share their experience, strength, and hope. AA Members who attend an Alcoholic's Anonymous meeting in Abilene, TX will share their experience getting sober through their personal anecdotes with anyone looking to get sober. There is no religion, creed or race, for membership, just the wish to achieve sobriety, and live a fulfilling existence without alcohol.

The Best Method of Selecting an Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting in Abilene, TX

Alcohol Addiction is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. Alcoholics Anonymous has developed meetings to guide you through each individual piece of your sobriety. If you are searching for a meeting on the first 3 steps, beginner meetings are for you. If you are looking to get more in touch with your spiritual side, attending a meditation meeting would be an ideal choice. If you want to hear stories of inspiration for overcoming alcoholism, a speaker meeting is the right place for you. If you have completed your steps and are now working on the traditions of AA, a traditions meetings will be beneficial. If you want to attend a group with just your gender, you can go to a men’s or women's meeting where no one of the opposite gender will be there. Likely, there is a meeting for everyone. Try different meetings out until you find one that you feel most comfortable at.

How to benefit the most from your initial Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in Abilene, TX

To benefit the most from your initial Alcoholics Anonymous meeting you need to walk in with an open mind, and the willingness to change. Make sure to arrive 30 minutes early and stay 30 minutes after because there is always a “before” and “after” for every meeting, where the members of the group gather outside and talk. Make sure during opening remarks that you raise your hand to let the group know this is your first meeting. Don't forget to inquire about a meeting list, with contact information of the group members. Last, but certainly not least don’t be afraid to raise your hand and speak, share the story that lead you to this meeting.