We know that if we rebel against doing that which is reasonably possible for us, then we will be penalized. And we will be equally penalized if we presume in ourselves a perfection that simply is not there.
BILL W.We know that if we rebel against doing that which is reasonably possible for us, then we will be penalized. And we will be equally penalized if we presume in ourselves a perfection that simply is not there.
BILL W.Honesty with ourselves & others gets us sober, but it is tolerance that keeps us that way.
BILL W.If I judge others, I am probably judging myself. Whoever is upsetting me most is my best teacher. I have much to learn from him or her, and in my hearts, I should thank that person.
BILL W.We admitted we were powerless over alcohol-that our lives had become unmanageable. We came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves would restore us to sanity.
BILL W.I am the creator of my own reality. When I [review my day], I know that I must stop judging others.
BILL W.If more gifts are to be received, our awakening has to go on. As it does go on, we find that bit by bit we can discard the old life – the one that did not work – for a new life that can and does work under any conditions whatever.
BILL W.When brimming with gratitude, one’s heartbeat must surely result in outgoing love, the finest emotion we can ever know.
BILL W.Learning how to live in the greatest peace, partnership, and brotherhood with all men and women, of whatever description, is a moving and fascinating adventure.
BILL W.No matter how unreasonable others may seem, I am responsible for not reacting negatively.
BILL W.Because of our kinship in suffering, our channels of contact have always been charged with the language of the heart.
BILL W.More than most people, the alcoholic leads a double life. He is very much the actor
BILL W.The real question is whether we can learn anything from our experiences upon which we may grow and help others to grow in the likeness and image of God.
BILL W.Almost without exception alcoholics are tortured by loneliness.
BILL W.Regardless of what is happening around me I will always have the prerogative, and the responsibility, of choosing what happens within me.
BILL W.No demands are made on anyone. An experience is offered which members may accept or reject. That is up to them.
BILL W.Indecision with the passing of time becomes decision.
BILL W.