Controversy

Given enough anger, both unity and purpose are lost.
Given still more 'righteous' indignation, the group can disintegrate; it can actually die.
This is why we avoid controversy.
This is why we prescribe no punishments for any misbehavior, no matter how grievous. Indeed, no alcoholic can be deprived of his membership for any reason whatever.
- As Bill Sees It, p. 98


Punishment never heals. Only love can heal.



We cannot change the directions of the wind, but we can adjust our sails. Living without an aim is like sailing without a compass. Have a beautiful day unless you plan otherwise. ... B-)