Lauren Lansrud
Lauren Lansrud
Logan’s AA MYSTERIES (UN)COVERED
Logan’s AA MYSTERIES (UN)COVERED
Logan’s AA MYSTERIES (UN)COVERED
Friday 18th June 2021
Unravel the mystery of who wrote AA's 'To Wives' chapter and discover its profound impact on those in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!The Enigma of AA's 'To Wives' Chapter: Bill W. or Lois Wilson?
I still don't know why Bill wrote it... More important, Winona Ryder played Lois for the Hallmark Hall of Fame movie when Love is Not Enough, The Lois Wilson Story step. We admitted we were powerless over our love for Winona Ryder.
Is the 'To Wives' chapter in Alcoholics Anonymous' Big Book truly the work of Bill W., or did his wife, Lois Wilson, have a hand in its creation? This episode of Promise of Recovery dives into this longstanding debate. Host Lauren Lansrud sifts through the various theories and uncovers quotes from the AA-approved book Pass It On, where Lois herself remarks, 'Bill wrote it and I was mad... I've never really gotten into it why he insisted upon writing it'.
This chapter has been a cornerstone for many in AA, often read aloud in meetings and providing solace to those grappling with a loved one's addiction. Lansrud doesn't just focus on the mystery; she delves into the chapter's impact on the AA community and how it addresses the unique struggles faced by spouses of alcoholics. Whether penned by Bill W. or Lois Wilson, the 'To Wives' chapter continues to offer guidance and hope.
Tune in to uncover more about this intriguing piece of AA history and its lasting influence.