Walking Through the Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions, TRADITION TEN.Walking Through the Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions, TRADITION TEN.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW: TRADITION TEN. This is a comprehensive workshop focused on educating the listene...
40:10•30 Oct 2020
Tradition Ten: Safeguarding AA's Integrity with Monty Dale Meyer and Chris S.
“If you use outcomes, if you use what works and what doesn't, a lot of this stuff that they're claiming has evidence-based is just nowhere near as effective as the old school aa style.”
Have you ever wondered why Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) steers clear of outside issues? In this episode of 'Take 12 Recovery Radio', host Monty Dale Meyer, known as the Monty'man, teams up with Chris S., a prominent Circuit Speaker in the Twelve Step community, to unravel the essence of Tradition Ten. This tradition emphasizes that AA has no opinion on outside issues, ensuring the organization remains focused on its primary purpose: helping individuals recover from alcoholism. Chris S.
meticulously walks through the lines of 'The Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions', shedding light on how Tradition Ten shields AA from public controversies and distractions. He also highlights the importance of fostering personal relationships with God as part of the recovery journey. The conversation doesn't stop there; Monty and Chris dive into the effectiveness of old-school AA practices, lessons learned from the Washingtonians, and the critical role of a robust public relations policy.
This episode is not just informative but also offers a hopeful and engaging perspective on maintaining the integrity of recovery programs. If you're keen on understanding the foundational principles that keep AA grounded and effective, this episode is a must-listen.

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