Great discussion with friends on Tradition Two: For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority — a loving God as [God] may express [Herself] in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.

Speaker talk on Tradition Two

The Twelve Traditions Illustrated

https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/2021-11/en_tradition2.pdf

Great discussion with friends on the birth of the traditions and tradition one: Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon AA/OA unity.

Speaker talk on tradition one.

Long form of the Traditions

AA Tradition One

26.  Read Tara Brach’s article on forgiveness. Listen to Sheila J workshop on Love & Forgiveness Part 1 and Part 2.

27.  Read page 83, fourth paragraph to page 84, second paragraph in BB and Step Nine in AA, OA, Women’s Way 12x12.  Pick 2 people from willing list with least emotional charge.

Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

12x12 of AA

Read page 76, third paragraph to page 83, third paragraph in BB, Step Eight in AA 12x12, OA 12x12 and Woman’s Way.  Make a list of all those harmed; divide into three columns:  1) willing, 2) not yet willing, but can imagine it, 3) no fucking way.

Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

12x12 of AA

I recorded this for myself, so I can listen to each chapter when I need it.  I figured some one else might appreciate hearing the chapters read.  My disclaimer is that I'm not a professional and sometimes trip over my words.  FYI

I recorded this for myself, so I can listen to each chapter when I need it.  I figured some one else might appreciate hearing the chapters read.  My disclaimer is that I'm not a professional and sometimes trip over my words.  FYI

I recorded this for myself, so I can listen to each chapter when I need it.  I figured some one else might appreciate hearing the chapters read.  My disclaimer is that I'm not a professional and sometimes trip over my words.  FYI

Read page 76, second paragraph in BB, and Step Seven in AA 12x12, OA 12x12 and Woman’s Way.  Three weeks of Seventh Step listing defects (have to start over if you miss a day).

Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

12x12 of AA

22. Read page 76, first paragraph in BB, Step Six in AA 12x12, OA 12x12 and Woman’s Way.  Create list of character defects/defenses from inventory.  Are there any defects/defenses to add to the list?  Write on each defect/defense answering the following:

1. How does this character defect/defense serve me?

23.  [Optional: Simplify your list of fears and follow these instructions for each fear, e.g., “How is this fear serving me?”]

Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous

12x12 of AA

I spoke this morning and talked about step one, getting older, and dealing with chronic illess.