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Studio RC - Traditions - Tradition #4
Studio RC - Traditions - Tradition #4
Studio RC - Traditions - Tradition #4
Tuesday 11th June 2024
Explore AA's 4th Tradition on autonomy with Pastor Max Ingram. Learn how independence and responsibility coexist in recovery communities.
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- Autonomy allows AA groups to manage their own affairs.
- Groups must avoid actions that could harm AA as a whole.
- Recovery Church also embraces shared values with group-specific practices.
- 'Don't take yourself too damn seriously' – Rule 62.
- Flexibility in group practices can meet local needs while maintaining overall integrity.
'Don't take yourself too damn seriously'.
Ever wondered how autonomy plays a role in Alcoholics Anonymous and Recovery Church? This episode of Studio RC dives into the 4th Tradition of AA: 'Each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or AA as a whole.' Pastor Max Ingram takes you on a journey through this principle, breaking down what autonomy means for AA groups and Recovery Church campuses alike.
He shares personal anecdotes and examples to illustrate how different groups operate independently while adhering to shared values. From decisions about serving coffee to the flexibility of baptism practices, autonomy allows each group to tailor its approach to meet the needs of its members without compromising the larger community's integrity. Max also touches on the humorous yet humbling Rule 62: 'Don't take yourself too damn seriously'.
This episode is both enlightening and entertaining, shedding light on how freedom and responsibility coexist in recovery communities. Tune in to understand how these principles can be applied not just in group settings but in personal recovery journeys as well. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the balance between independence and unity in the path to sobriety.