Find out about an AA meeting and attend as an observer. Write a 2+ page reaction and overview of your experiences. (This can be local or out of town)
In your paper plan to answer and reflect on questions such as:
How does the meeting begin?
How does the meeting end?
What type of meeting was it (open men’s only, open women’s only, Big Book, etc.)?
How would you describe the overview of the meetings (all members participated,
one speaker, focused reading, candlelight, etc.)?
What were your reactions to the meeting?
What are your reactions to this type of meeting as part of treatment?
How could you implement or utilize this type of experience in your personal/professional life?
Include in your reflections how you think that these types of meetings may or may not be helpful to members.
Make sure you attend a meeting that allows “visitors” (some meetings are closed to only those who believe they have a problem with drugs and/or alcohol). Appropriate meetings for visitors are often designated as “Open” meetings, but you can ask a representative about the appropriateness of attending.
