All About Recovery, #1014

Types of AA Meetings

Discussion: AA discussion meetings in Missouri allow clients to share their thoughts and feelings on a particular subject related to alcohol addiction and recovery. The leader will open the meeting by sharing their personal reflections on the subject, which usually comes from an AA text. Then, they’ll encourage others to participate.

Open: Open AA meetings in Missouri are accessible to anyone in the community. During this time, AA members will share their experiences and recovery journeys with the group, allowing attendees to learn firsthand how the program works, what the 12 step recovery model includes, and how they can support their friend or loved one seeking help for alcohol addiction.

Step Meeting: Missouri AA centers often involve step meetings, in which groups discuss their experience in various stages of the 12 Step Program. Members can strategize about individual and group interventions to improve their recovery for the next meeting.