Twelve Traditions
The Twelve Traditions are the means by which OA remains unified in a common cause. These Twelve Traditions are to the groups what the Twelve Steps are to the individual. They are suggested principles to ensure the survival and growth of the many groups that compose Overeaters Anonymous. Like the Twelve Steps, the Twelve Traditions have their origins in Alcoholics Anonymous. These Traditions describe attitudes which those early members believed were important to group survival.
The Twelve Traditions of Overeaters Anonymous
Permission to use the Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous for adaptation granted by AA World Services, Inc. For an in-depth study of the Twelve Steps, read The Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of Overeaters Anonymous, available from our online literature catalog. |
Spiritual Principles in the Twelve Traditions
A spiritual principle is associated with each of the Twelve Traditions. Tradition One: Unity Tradition Two: Trust Tradition Three: Identity Tradition Four: Autonomy Tradition Five: Purpose Tradition Six: Solidarity Tradition Seven: Responsibility Tradition Eight: Fellowship Tradition Nine: Structure Tradition Ten: Neutrality Tradition Eleven: Anonymity Tradition Twelve: Spirituality The Principles in the Twelve Traditions (as listed in the Service, Traditions and Concepts Workshop Manual) |