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This is entirely a personal matter, but it is usually best for all concerned to let the A.A. member decide who shall be told and when.
Explain that anonymity is extremely important to A.A. members. All A.A. members decides if and when to share aspects of their recovery, and with whom…
This is a personal matter. However, the spirit of the program is one of sharing, and a recent study of A.A. members shows that a high proportion of…
Members of the immediate family and close friends are usually pleased to learn about an alcoholic’s membership in A.A. As for colleagues at work, it…
When we use social media, we are responsible for our own anonymity and that of others. When we post or text, we should assume that we are publishing…
Asking for special favors because of A.A. membership is not in the spirit of the anonymity Traditions.
It is understood by A.A. members that personal disclosures made in A.A. meetings are to be treated as confidential. For example, if friends outside…
Bequests in wills are acceptable only from A.A. members, with a maximum of $10,000 from any one person, and only on a one-time basis — not in…
No, contributions to A.A. do not support Grapevine. Grapevine is supported entirely through sales of the magazine and related items. Individuals and…
Family members or close friends are welcome at “open” A.A. meetings as observers.
Congratulations on your new position! You can read about getting listed with GSO and obtaining material to help you get started in your new role.…
Alcohol is frequently a complicating factor in family life, magnifying petty irritations, exposing character defects, and contributing to financial…