FOREWORD TO THE SECOND EDITION 4
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Preface 3
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PREFACE
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The second edition added the appendices, the Twelve Traditions, and the directions for getting in touch with A.A. But the chief change was in the section of personal stories, which was expanded to reflect the Fellowship's growth. "Bill's Story," "Doctor Bob's Nightmare," and one other personal history from the first edition were retained intact; three were edited and one of these was retitled; new versions of two stories were written, with new titles; thirty completely new stories were added; and the story section was divided into three parts, under the same headings that are used now.
Kira's Comment:
To be honest it doesn't much matter to me that these changes occur. I do however love that AA has taught me to be honest about the changes we make and our reasons to make them.
One of my favourite things I heard about change when I first started my recovery journey was "You only have to change 3 things. The way you think, the way you act and the way you feel. Change the first one and the other two will just come." I still carry that message with me today. What's one of your most memorable messages about change?
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The Alcoholics Anonymous Book, also known as The Big Book of AA, has come to be known as a basic text for life. Many people have read the messages in this book, discussed them with other like minded individuals, and put the suggestions to use in their own lives. On this site we will walk through the Big Book together. One paragraph at a time, every day until we have completed the book. This will give us time to read, and learn and practice these principles in all of our affairs.
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