Alcoholic Anonymous Meetings in Texas, Lubbock, Llubbock, USA

What is AA?

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a support group designed for individuals struggling with alcohol addiction, offering a structured path to recovery through mutual support. AA meetings are held regularly across cities in the United States, including multiple locations in Texas such as https://www.wfmh.org/aa/texas/lubbock-county/lubbock where people in Lubbock can attend meetings and share their experiences, and Llubbock.

The program is free of charge and provides a safe environment for participants to share their experiences, receive fellowship support, and work through the 12-step recovery process. Meetings in Texas are typically conducted either in-person or virtually to accommodate different needs and preferences.

1406 Quinlan St, Lubbock, TX 79403

Meeting Times: Wednesdays at 7:00 PM

This location hosts a closed English-speaking meeting called the "Into Action Group." It is intended for individuals who identify as having a desire to stop drinking, which means attendees must have a personal acknowledgement of their drinking problem. Meetings here focus on step work and group discussion, providing a confidential atmosphere for sharing and recovery development.

919 Houston St, Levelland, TX 79336

Meeting Times: Mondays and Fridays at 6:30 PM

The "Levelland South Plains Group" conducts open meetings where anyone interested in the AA program or alcoholism issues can attend. These sessions emphasize educational components about alcoholism as a disease, with newcomers encouraged to ask questions and learn the principles of sobriety in a welcoming environment.

311 N Eastside Ave, Littlefield, TX 79339

Meeting Times: Tuesdays at 7:30 PM

The "Littlefield Group" offers an open meeting that permits smoking and is conducted in English. These meetings provide a forum for sharing personal recovery stories and experiences, focusing on encouragement and peer support that strengthens members' resolve to maintain sobriety.

The 12 Steps of AA

1. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol—that our lives had become unmanageable. This step acknowledges the need for help and is the admission of the problem as the first major breakthrough.
2. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. Members recognize spirituality or faith in a higher power as a source of strength and guidance.
3. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him. This step involves surrender and willingness to accept support and guidance.
4. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Members conduct an honest self-examination to identify personal shortcomings and triggers.
5. Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. Confession and accountability are key to healing and growth.
6. Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character. Willingness to let go of negative traits and change behavior.
7. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings. This step emphasizes humility and seeking help beyond oneself.
8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed and became willing to make amends to them all. Recognition of harm done to others is important for repair.
9. Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Taking responsibility by making reparations is a crucial recovery action.
10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it. Ongoing self-monitoring is necessary to maintain progress.
11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him. Strengthening spiritual connection supports continued sobriety.
12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics and practice these principles in all our affairs. Service to others and living by AA principles complete the cycle of recovery.

Getting Started with AA in Texas, Lubbock, Llubbock, USA

To find the most up-to-date and comprehensive list of AA meetings near you in Texas, Lubbock, or Llubbock, the best resource is the official website wfmh.org. This platform provides reliable information on local meetings including times, locations, and meeting formats.

Most areas offer both in-person meetings for those who prefer face-to-face interaction and online/virtual meetings that provide anonymity and convenience. Virtual meetings are especially useful for individuals with transportation difficulties or those seeking additional anonymity.

Attending Your First Local AA Meeting

In Lubbock and nearby cities, AA meetings are classified as either open or closed:

Meeting Type	Description
Open Meeting	Open to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous, including observers, family members, and those exploring AA. These meetings allow new attendees to get an introduction to AA principles and fellowship.
Closed Meeting	Restricted to those who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings focus on members who are actively working on recovery and typically include confidential and intimate sharing.

• Arrive early to meet members and introduce yourself as a new person seeking support.
• Share your experiences if and when you feel comfortable; sharing is voluntary but encouraged.
• Receive welcome keychain tags as tokens of progress and encouragement during your recovery journey.

List of Common Keychain Tag Milestones

Milestone	Description
30 Days	Recognizes one month of continuous sobriety and commitment to recovery.
60 Days	Celebrates two months of maintaining sobriety and further progress.
90 Days	Marks three months of sobriety, reinforcing new patterns and habits.
6 Months	Half-year milestone highlighting sustained effort and strength.
1 Year	Signifies a full year of sobriety, a significant achievement in long-term recovery.