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Big Book Snippets 12&12 The Twelve Traditions
Big Book Snippets 12&12 The Twelve Traditions
Big Book Snippets 12&12 The Twelve Traditions
Monday 3rd November 2025
Join Alyssa as she unpacks the Twelve Traditions, offering insights into AA's spiritual focus and community values.
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Episode Overview
- The Twelve Traditions emphasise collective welfare over individual concerns.
- A loving God is seen as the ultimate authority within AA groups.
- Anonymity is highlighted as a significant spiritual principle.
- Non-professionalism ensures that AA's spirit of service remains pure.
- Listeners are invited to share their thoughts on future readings.
"Each member of Alcoholics Anonymous is but a small part of a great whole."
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? Alyssa, your host and fellow traveller on the road to sobriety, takes you through the final pages of the '12 Steps and 12 Traditions' in this heartfelt episode. With a focus on the Twelve Traditions, Alyssa explores how each member of Alcoholics Anonymous is a vital part of a larger community, where collective welfare is prioritised over individual concerns.
The episode emphasises the importance of a loving God as the ultimate authority within AA groups and highlights the open-door policy for anyone seeking recovery. Alyssa shares how the traditions guide groups to maintain spiritual focus, avoiding distractions from material concerns like money and property. She also touches on the significance of non-professionalism within AA, ensuring that the spirit of service remains pure and uncompromised.
The episode underlines the value of anonymity, not just as a protective measure but as a profound spiritual principle that keeps members humble and grateful. Throughout, Alyssa's candid reflections offer both a personal connection and a broader understanding of these traditions. Her engaging style makes complex ideas accessible, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own journey and perhaps find new strength in the principles discussed.
As Alyssa wraps up this season, she leaves listeners with an open invitation to share their thoughts on future readings, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose. If you're curious about how these traditions can impact your own recovery or simply want to hear an honest take on living sober, this episode offers both inspiration and practical wisdom. What book should Alyssa explore next? The choice could be yours!