Quote by Anon., from He Who Loses His Lif

For me, A.A. is a synthesis of all the philosophy I've ever read, all of the positive, good philosophy, all of it based on love. I have seen that there is only one law, the law of love, and there are only two sins; the first is to interfere with the growth of another human being, and the second is to interfere with one's own growth.

For me, A.A. is a synthesis of all the philosophy I've ever

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses that for them, Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) encapsulates and harmonizes various philosophical teachings they have come across. They believe that the core principle underlying all these philosophies is love. They argue that the ultimate law guiding human behavior is the law of love. Additionally, the speaker identifies two fundamental sins: hindering the personal development of others and impeding one's own growth. By emphasizing the importance of love and the negative consequences of obstructing growth, the quote suggests a holistic perspective on personal and interpersonal well-being.

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By Anon., from He Who Loses His Lif

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