As Bill Sees It
As Bill Sees It
Introduction
As Bill Sees It is a compilation of writings by Bill W., one of the co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). The book serves as a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for individuals in recovery and is often used in AA meetings and study groups.
Content Overview
The book is organized into a series of reflections, insights, and observations from Bill W. Topics covered include:
- Spirituality
- Sobriety
- Service
- The Twelve Steps
- The Twelve Traditions
Significance
As Bill Sees It is considered an important text within the AA community, providing both historical context and practical advice for living a sober life. It complements other key texts like the Big Book and The Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions.
Themes
The book explores various themes essential to recovery, such as:
- Acceptance
- Gratitude
- Responsibility
- Unity
Criticisms and Controversies
Outline of criticisms and controversies regarding the text, including debates over its interpretation or concerns about its influence on the AA program.
Further Reading
- Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism - the foundational text of AA.
- The Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions - another key text that elaborates on the principles of AA.
- Dr. Bob and the Good Oldtimers - a biography detailing the life and contributions of Dr. Bob, another co-founder of AA.
See Also
External Links
- [As Bill Sees It on the Official AA website](https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/as-bill-sees-it-soft-cover)