Bill Willson's Insight: The 12 Traditions and Grupo Centro Madrid’s Journey
The discovery that AA cannot be operated in a large urban area solely on the basis of conciliatory or citified meeting bases was too great.
Imagine the wisdom of one of the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous guiding you through the principles that have shaped the organization. In this episode, Bill Willson, co-founder of AA, dives deep into the 12 Traditions and their implementation within Grupo Centro Madrid. This is the fifth part of a compelling series where Willson breaks down the reasons and methods behind these guiding principles.
You’ll get a sense of how these traditions are not just rules but lifelines for many battling alcoholism. Willson discusses the unique challenges faced by AA in large urban settings like Madrid and the importance of choosing the right people for key roles. He also touches on the influence of power dynamics and how democratic decision-making can make or break a community's effectiveness.
Whether you're a member of AA or someone supporting a loved one, this episode offers valuable insights into the backbone of one of the world's most impactful recovery programs.