“The fact that we, each and every group, focus on carrying the message provides consistency; addicts can count on us.”
Basic Text, pp. 64-65
Tales of our antics in active addiction may be funny. Stories of our old bizarre reactions to life when using may be interesting. But they tend to carry the mess more than the message. Philosophical arguments on the nature of God are fascinating. Discussions of current controversies have their place—however, it’s not at an NA meeting.
