The AA members who sponsored me
told me in the beginning
that I would not only find a way to live without having a drink,
but that I would find a way to live without wanting to drink,
if I would do these simple things.
They said if you want to know how this program works,
take the first word of your question--
the "H" is for honesty, the "O" is for open-mindedness
and the "W" is for willingness;
these our Big Book calls the essentials of recovery.
They suggested that I study the AA book
and try to take the Twelve Steps
according to the explanation in the Book,
for it was their opinion that the application
of these principles in our daily lives
will get us sober and keep us sober.
I believe this, and I believe too that it is equally impossible
to practice these principles to the best of our ability,
a day at a time, and still drink,
for I don't think the two things are compatible.

Thought to Ponder....

Honesty is the absence of the intent to deceive.

Recovery Related Acronym

HOW NOW = Honest, Open-minded, Willing. No Other Way!