The Spiritual Principle Brotherly Love The Spiritual Principle Brotherly Love serves as the foundation for Step Eight: “Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all.” Brotherly Love gives us the compassion and empathy to make things right among our friends, families, colleagues and acquaintances. For if we don’t make things… Read More
The Spiritual Principle Humility The Spiritual Principle Humility is behind A.A. Step Seven: “Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.” You cannot remove the defects of character brought up in Step Six without humility. Too often, alcoholics are victims of pride and selfishness. During this step, you begin to practice modesty and welcome a change of attitude, which will lead… Read More