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  • Tradition Study - Tradition Ten - Spiritual Principle "Neutrality"

Tradition Study - Tradition Ten - Spiritual Principle "Neutrality"

Sunday 23rd February 2025

Join Megan, Alice, and the host as they explore AA's Tradition Ten, discussing its history, significance, and how it helps maintain focus on recovery.
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The Importance of Neutrality in AA: A Deep Dive into Tradition Ten

Episode Overview

  • Tradition Ten emphasises AA's neutrality on outside issues to avoid public controversy.
  • The history of AA and lessons learned from the Washingtonians and Oxford group.
  • Challenges and perspectives on court-ordered AA attendance.
  • Different interpretations of Tradition Ten across AA, OA, and Al-Anon.
  • The importance of creating safe spaces within recovery meetings.
AA is not designed to keep jobs. The only requirement is it's designed to stop drinking
In this episode of the Recovery Crone Podcast, Megan and Alice join the host for an engaging discussion on Tradition Ten of Alcoholics Anonymous. This tradition emphasises that AA has no opinion on outside issues to avoid public controversy. The trio starts by reading the tradition and then dives into a lively review of their favourite speaker, who brought humour and important insights about the tradition's significance.
They discuss the history of AA, the Washingtonians, and the Oxford group, highlighting how AA learned from past mistakes to focus solely on helping alcoholics recover. The conversation takes interesting turns as they touch on court-ordered AA attendance, the challenges of growing OA membership, and the importance of maintaining neutrality in public matters. They also explore how different recovery groups like OA and Al-Anon interpret Tradition Ten and the importance of creating safe spaces within meetings.
This episode is packed with personal reflections, historical anecdotes, and thought-provoking discussions that will resonate with anyone interested in 12-step recovery programs. Whether you're new to recovery or a seasoned veteran, you'll find valuable takeaways and a few laughs along the way. Don't miss out on this insightful episode that underscores the importance of staying focused on recovery and avoiding outside distractions.