On Awakening AA…11th step in the Big Book The following three meditations are taken directly from page 86-87 in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. They are simple, yet rich with spiritual brilliance.  Spiritual work is always saturated with simplicity. It’s our intellectual minds that … Read More

The AA Preamble…what is it and why is it important? Most individuals think of two specific things when they reflect on recovery: Alcoholics Anonymous and rehab.  This is because A.A. has been a powerhouse in recovery communities for 80+ years. It’s rare to find an … Read More

The AA Bedevilments: What is alcoholism?  There are four primary camps who battle to be adorned with the gold around their neck.  You know, to be recognized as the number one factor in the cause of alcoholism and, consequently it’s treatment.  These specific schools are: … Read More

Toltec Wisdom…the power of a new agreement! If there was ever a passage that dramatically altered my perspective, it was in the chapter titled Breaking Old Agreements in Don Miguel Ruiz’s classic The Four Agreements. A good author will make you self-reflect, but a great … Read More

What Are The Three Delusions of Alcoholics Anonymous? Alcoholics Anonymous is famous for its play-by-play breakdown of the Big Book, which is the organization’s basic text – a damn near Holy Book!  If you have experience with ‘the rooms’ you’re likely familiar with the prayers, … Read More

Understanding Powerlessness…where to start? What is powerlessness…just what does this mean? In contemporary culture, the concept is the opposite of success, prosperity, and mental health. However, within the 12-step framework is the concept properly understood? The Straw Man – Fallacious Reasoning Often when something is … Read More