Twelve TraditionsTwelve Traditions
Recovery Radio Network
speaking in 1979
57:01•20 Aug 2018
Understanding the Twelve Traditions with Wesleyan
Episode Overview
- The Twelve Traditions help foster unity and build better relationships.
- Communication is key to understanding and progressing in the AA programme.
- AA literature serves as the foundation for recovery.
- Spiritual progress is more important than achieving perfection.
- Personal growth involves evolving opinions and seeking truth.
“The only requirement for A.A. membership is a desire to stop drinking”
Dive into a heartfelt episode of Recovery Radio Network where Wesleyan, an experienced AA member, shares his journey and insights from 1979. Wesleyan opens up about the Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering a deep look into how these principles have shaped his recovery. He emphasises the importance of communication and how the AA literature – the Big Book, 12 and 12, and A.A. Comes of Age – serves as the foundation for understanding the programme.
Wesleyan candidly discusses the spiritual progress over perfection and how his opinions have evolved as he continues to seek truth in his recovery journey. His reflections on the Twelve Traditions highlight their role in fostering unity and helping individuals build better relationships with others. Wesleyan's anecdotes are both humorous and poignant, making the episode relatable and engaging.
He recounts personal experiences, like his first AA conference and the profound impact it had on him, to illustrate the transformative power of the AA programme. By the end of the episode, you'll feel inspired by Wesleyan's honesty and dedication to living a life of sobriety. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the Twelve Traditions, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of community.
Tune in to understand how these principles can guide you towards a more fulfilling life.

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