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Common Welfare

Common Welfare in Alcoholics Anonymous represents the essential shift from self-centeredness to a collective commitment to the fellowship's survival and primary purpose. In the context of recovery, this topic is significant because it bridges the gap between individual sobriety and long-term stability through unity and service. The core principles center on humility, simplicity, and the understanding that the strength of the movement lies in its refusal to become a business or an academic exercise, focusing instead on the shared bond of alcoholism. Listeners of these tapes will encounter seasoned members discussing the practical application of the Twelve Traditions. They can expect to hear narratives on how the common welfare is maintained through tough decisions in group dynamics and how simple acts of service—such as mopping a floor—can resolve deep-seated emotional turmoil and self-consciousness. The speakers emphasize that while the Steps provide the internal solution, the principles of common welfare and service provide the external structure necessary to keep the fellowship whole. Ultimately, these recordings illustrate that the common welfare is not a bureaucratic concept, but a lived expression of love in action, ensuring that the message remains available to the alcoholic who still suffers.

40 tapes

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Myers R.
Big Book – Chance for Change Workshop – Part 1 of 6 – 2008 – Myers R.
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Howard P.
The Twelve Traditions and AA Unity – Traditions Workshop – Part 2 of 2 – Howard P.
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Mary J.
Group Rotation and Autonomy – Jane W. RI the 12 Traditions in Our Groups and Personal Lives Workshop – Part 2 of 2 – Mary J.
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Mary J.
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Myers R.
AA Slickness and the Big Book – Ppg Santa Cruz Sponsorship Workshop – Part 2 of 2 – Myers R.
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Bob O.
Literal Application of the Big Book – Step BB Workshop – Part 1 of 2 – Bob O.
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The Meeting Maker Trap – Step It up Big Book Workshop – Part 1 of 2 – Myers R.
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Earl H.
Self-Searching and Leveling of Pride – The Big Book Conducted by Earl H – Part 2 of 3 – Earl H.
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Sandy B.
Unity and the 12 Traditions – 12 Traditions – Part 1 of 2 – Sandy B.
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Tim M.
Group Conscience and Substantial Unanimity – Concepts Workshop – Part 2 of 3 – Tim M.
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Charlie P.
The Twelve Traditions and Unity – Big Book Workshop – 2025 – Part 4 of 5 – Charlie P. and Joe M. and John W. and Willie B. – Charlie Parker and Joe M and John W and Willie B
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Billy N.
General Service and Corporate Structure – 2025 AA Service Workshop – Part 7 of 27 – Billy N.
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Local AA Speakers
The Urgency of the Steps – Bb Workshop – Part 9 of 10 – Local AA Speakers
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Herb K.
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Billy N.
Tradition One and Concept One – AA Service Workshop – 2025 – Part 27 of 27 – Billy N.
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Billy N.
Area Assembly and Area Committee – AA Service Workshop – 2025 – Part 12 of 27 – Billy N.
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Bob D.
Self-Delusion and Denial – Workshop – 2023 – Part 5 of 6 – Bob D.
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AA Land and the Big Book – Big Book Workshop – Montgomery – Part 3 of 8 – Local AA Speakers
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Mary R.
The Spirit of Rotation – 12 Traditions Workshop – Part 4 of 8 – Mary Jane R
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Sandy B.
The 12 Traditions and Fellowship Survival – The Twelve Traditions – Part 1 of 2 – Sandy B.
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Howard P.
Self-Support and Non-Professionalism – 12 Traditions Workshop – Part 3 of 8 – Howard P.
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Mary R.
Common Welfare and Unity – 12 Traditions Workshop – Part 1 of 8 – Mary Jane R
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Bob O.
Step 1 – Twelve Step Workshop – Part 1 of 4 – 2002 – Bob O.
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Chad P.
The Internal Condition That Makes External Circumstances Better – Chad P.
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Joe C.
Step 2 and the Two Powers Needed to Overcome Powerlessness – Joe C.
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