Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of AA. AA, 1952
Before we become completely self-contained and inner
directed, it is very helpful to adopt a “moral” or “life” system we can
refer to when frightened or in doubt. Religion offers many such systems
but for those not religiously inclined (or even those who are) one of
the best systems out there is the 12 steps and 12 traditions of AA. And
while the subject is alcohol, with little imagination these steps can
be adapted to any aspect of our life or any issue we are struggling
with. In addition, with that same imagination, the 12 Traditions are a
remarkably simple and effective system for ordering ones life, business
and relationships which we can adapt to suit our own dispositions.