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In reply to the discussion: Secret of AA: After 75 Years, We Don't Know How It Works [View all]Funtatlaguy
(10,870 posts)15. AA is a religious organization. "The higher power" requirement
does mean God. Although some AA people will say no, it can be any higher power that you believe in.
AA and its sister Al-Anon are great for people affected by alcohol.
But, only if you believe in God or dont mind that component (which is quite a large one).
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I know, most do say the Serenity Prayer and some decide to close with the Lord's Prayer
Rhiannon12866
Jul 2019
#39
Well, why can't you turn your will and life over to the care of a tree? (Step 3)
progree
Jun 2019
#22
Nothing religious about it anywhere I've been, despite what the courts say. Clearly
progree
Jun 2019
#25
"some are incapable of being honest with themselves, they are the unfortunate ones, they seem to
demosincebirth
Nov 2019
#40