“Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.” Step 12 AA Step 12 Mandate #1: Carry This Message You know what grinds my gears? When you ask … Read More

“Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.”The Eleventh Step I struggled to find whose words best conveyed the punch-you-right-in-the-kisser confrontation … Read More

“Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.” That’s a hell of a meaty quote, is it not? Humility is a necessary aid to our survival, really Bill!?? So, you’re telling me it’s basically food, water, shelter, sex, and humility? Well, if you’re anything like me … Read More