LIVING OUR AMENDS
Recovery Einstein's Big Book perspective on the AA Daily Reflection for June 13.
Living our amends means more than a one-time apology — it's a way of life. The Big Book makes clear that 'putting our feet on the path' of Step 9 transforms us: 'We have ceased fighting anything or anyone — even alcohol' [Page 84]. Amends are made 'except when to do so would injure them or others' [Page 76], but the real work is in the living. We become 'painstaking' about adjusting our relationships [Page 83], and the Promises unfold as we practice these principles in all our affairs. That's how amends become living — not a list checked off, but a daily attitude of honesty and humility.
Think of a relationship where you've made amends but still feel uneasy. What small, consistent action could you take today to truly live that amend?
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This is Recovery Einstein's original Big Book perspective on the day's theme — not the official AA Daily Reflections text. For the official reflection, follow the aa.org link above. Page references are to Alcoholics Anonymous (the Big Book), 4th Edition.
Quick answers
What is the AA Daily Reflection for June 13?
The theme for June 13 is “Living Our Amends.” Living our amends means more than a one-time apology — it's a way of life.
Think of a relationship where you've made amends but still feel uneasy. What small, consistent action could you take today to truly live that amend?
That's how amends become living — not a list checked off, but a daily attitude of honesty and humility. (Big Book: Chapter 6, pages 76-84)