aa history
From Frank Amos and his report to John Rockefeller in 1938
Dr. Bob worked with thousands of drunks in Akron. But, after spending as much as 4 or 6 hours with ...
Forgiveness: A Spiritual Virtue and Practical Tool
Discover the power of forgiveness with the Emmet Fox Forgiveness App. Use this simple and effective formula to let go ...
Old Timers Don’t Always Agree
Spiritual awakenings can be powerful, but it's not always a "once and done" experience! Hear how one AA found his ...
What is humility?
Plaques and signs are good reminders of important ‘notes to self,’ they were used in ancient times and are still ...
Alcoholism’s Reach: An Intriguing AA History Factoid
Uncover the surprising reason why Frank Amos, a busy advertising executive, dedicated weeks to investigate AA ...
Our AA Symbol—Part Two
In my last blog post, I quoted an AA sister who provided two interpretations of our AA symbol, the triangle ...
From Secrecy to Spirituality: Anonymity in AA
Historical reasons and evolution of anonymity in AA ...
The Crown Jewel of the 12-Step Program: Discover the Power of Making Amends
Making amends is more than just restitution; it's a Crown Jewel of the 12-Step Program. Discover the many benefits of ...
Making Amends Pays a Karmic Debt
The question over coffee with a group of AAs was: Why are amends so important in the AA Program? ...
Hanging by a Thread in Akron
Every AA knows the thread of coincidences that led to the famous conversation between Ebby T. and Bill W. How ...
Our AA Symbol — Part 1
Our AA symbol, a triangle bounded by a circle, has a rich and deep history. At a recent meeting, we ...
Lessons from Akron: Non-Negotiables for Newcomers
Frank Amos reported on Dr. Bob's methods with newcomers—find out what he deemed essential for true recovery. Explore Dr. Bob's ...
Two-Way Prayer Uncovered: A Historical Perspective
Dive into the origins of two-way prayer and its importance in AA recovery. Learn how Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob ...
Anonymity: Becoming Less Anonymous
Let your light shine or "leak out" as you become more comfortable with serving others ...
Anonymity: Public Figures in Recovery
Explore the intriguing history of public figures in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and how their treatment of anonymity impacted AA's reputation ...
Bill W Essay
Bill W's classic essay, The Final Frontier: Emotional Sobriety has been added to Andy C's library, where you can download ...