From the books ... Alcoholics Anonymous (Big Book) and Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions (12 & 12)
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... absence, has
taken a cure, looks fine, ...
BB p.138,
To Employers
He has just returned from
a three-months leave of absence, has taken a cure, looks fine, and to clinch the matter, the board of directors told him this was his last chance."
2.
... absence of
intolerance of any kind, the ...
BB p.160,
A Vision For You
The very practical approach to his problems,
the absence of intolerance of any kind, the informality, the
genuine democracy, the
uncanny understanding which these people had were irresistible.
3.
... absence of
profit motive, and their community ...
BB xxvii(xxv),
The Doctor's Opinion
The unselfishness of these men as we have come to know them, the entire absence of profit motive, and their community spirit, is indeed inspiring to one who has labored long and wearily in this alcoholic field.
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