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12 x 12 Tradition Series. Tradition Ten, Hosted by Dion Miller
12 x 12 Tradition Series. Tradition Ten, Hosted by Dion Miller
12 x 12 Tradition Series. Tradition Ten, Hosted by Dion Miller
Friday 22nd November 2024
Dion Miller explores Tradition Ten in AA, discussing why it's crucial to avoid public controversy and focus on sobriety and support.
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Episode Overview
- Tradition Ten helps AA avoid public controversy.
- Focus on sobriety and supporting fellow alcoholics.
- Importance of keeping meetings solution-oriented.
- Learning from the historical failures of the Washingtonian Society.
- Using personal experiences to highlight key points.
"Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety."
In this episode of the RAW Recovery Podcast, Dion Miller dives into Tradition Ten from the 12 x 12 series. Tradition Ten states that Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has no opinion on outside issues, ensuring the AA name is never drawn into public controversy. Dion shares his thoughts on why this tradition is crucial for maintaining unity within AA and avoiding unnecessary conflicts.
He explains how AA members focus on staying sober and helping others achieve sobriety, rather than getting involved in political or religious debates. Dion uses humour and personal anecdotes to make his points, like when he shares his experience of receiving unsolicited advice and how he handles it. He emphasises the importance of keeping AA meetings solution-oriented and avoiding arguments that could deter newcomers.
Dion also discusses the historical context of Tradition Ten, comparing AA to the Washingtonian Society, which failed because it got involved in political issues. He stresses that AA must remain focused on its primary purpose to survive. By the end of the episode, you'll have a deeper understanding of why Tradition Ten is vital for AA's success and how it helps create a supportive environment for recovery.
So, if you're curious about the inner workings of AA or looking for inspiration in your own recovery journey, this episode is a must-listen. What do you think about keeping personal opinions out of recovery discussions?