Self-support in A.A. [Season 2, Episode 6]

About this episode

This episode explores the concept of self-support in Alcoholics Anonymous, focusing on its 7th Tradition and the spiritual values behind it.

Self-support in Alcoholics Anonymous goes beyond financial contributions; it also reflects a deeper guiding value. This episode explores A.A.’s 7th Tradition, its benefits, and the spiritual principle behind turning down outside contributions through interviews, testimonials and…poetry.

Topics covered

• self-support
• A.A. traditions
• spiritual principles
• financial contributions
• community support

Keywords

• self-support
• A.A.
• 7th Tradition
• financial contributions
• spiritual principles
• testimonials
• poetry

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Alcoholics Anonymous, A.A. World Services, Inc.

Books & works: 7th Tradition

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