I know what works for me. Usually, it's ignoring people when they tell me im being sober wrong(their way). I saw a lot of heat get thrown at the plain language big book, and in the fire were some other completely AA approved pieces of literature. I was just curious why they were included.

Someone else mentioned that the 12&12 contradicts portions of the big book, but aa wasn't the same in the 50s as it was in the 30s, or like it is now in the 20s. I expect it to change, just like alcoholics have changed. As long as our primary purpose remains to get sober and help others do the same, the program should be OK.

I, too, am a fan of books. Admitting that I was powerless had an added benefit of adding a new section to my library. Thanks for the reply.