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AA History

Understanding AA History is more than a study of the past; it is a vital component of the recovery process. By tracing the golden thread from early pioneers like Ebby T. and Roland H. to the formalization of the Big Book, members discover that the program's principles were forged through lived experience rather than abstract theory. This historical perspective provides a grounding sense of stability and validates the efficacy of the steps for the modern alcoholic. The core principles explored in this topic center on the necessity of a spiritual awakening and the unwavering commitment to the primary purpose: serving the alcoholic who still suffers. These tapes emphasize that while the symptoms of alcoholism vary, the solution remains rooted in reconnecting with a Higher Power and repairing the wreckage of the past. Listeners can expect to hear authoritative accounts of the fellowship's evolution. This includes firsthand narratives from co-founder Bill W. regarding the scrappy early days of the movement, the tension between maintaining simplicity and the need for permanent literature, and the expansion of the program to heal the family unit through the creation of Al-Anon. Additionally, speakers delve into the biblical roots of the program and the lineage of the movement from its earliest meetings to its global reach. By studying these archives, listeners gain a deeper appreciation for the foundational tools of recovery and the enduring potency of the original message.

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Gail L.
The Hard Times That Birthed the Fellowship – Gail L.
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James M.
The Transmission of Hope and the Deflation of the Ego – James M.
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Chris S.
2nd March Through the Steps Workshop – Part 7 of 5 – 2022 – Chris S.
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Ebby T.
Why He Couldn’t Recapture the Feeling of Victory – 1958 – Ebby T.
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Ebby T.
The Call That Started Alcoholics Anonymous – Ebby T.
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James M.
The Rule 62 That Said Don’t Take Yourself So Da*n Serious – James M.
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Tim M.
The Fourth Legacy of Experience – Tim M.
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Larry S.
The Group Conscience That Voted to Keep the Meetings Fresh – Larry S.
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John W.
Sponsorship as Transmitting Information from Those Who Know – John W.
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Back T.
Why an Agnostic Can Get Well – Back T.
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Bill L.
Why You Cannot Transmit Something You Haven’t Got – Bill L.
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Jim B.
The Unity of Thinking That Built the Mansion – 1957 – Jim B.
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David B.
The Feelings of Loneliness and Utter Defeat That Preceded the Solution – 1966 – David B.
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Kesting C.
The Nicolette Group’s Hardline Approach to the Real Alcoholic – Kesting C.
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Howard E.
The Difference Between Fellowship and Recovery – Howard E.
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Gail L.
The Slender Threads of Alcoholics Anonymous – Gail L.
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Mitchell K.
The Game of Truth From the Oxford Group Six Steps – Mitchell K.
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Bob L.
Step 4 Pushed Him into a Pleasant Life – 1965 – Bob L.
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Chuck C.
The Spiritual Awakening Dr. Carl J. Prescribed for Roland – Chuck C.
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Don H.
The Links in the Chain of Recovery – Don H.
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Joseph M.
What He Told Dr. S. When He Was Baffled – Joseph M.
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Don B.
The Big Book as a Guide for the Non-Alcoholic – Don B.
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Archie T.
He Thought the Alcoholic Was a Detective – 1948 – Archie T.
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Beth D.
The 12 Concepts and How the Whole Package Fits Together – Beth D.
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Hellen B.
Responsibility and the Linkage Between the Groups and the Foundation – 1945 – Hellen B.
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