It is said that the unity of 12 Step programs is the most cherished quality our fellowships have. Our lives depend supon it. The practice of our steps puts our individual lives in order, but not necessarily our relationships. The Traditions can be guidelines for behavior in our relationships.
The S-Anon twelve traditions can be used as a guideline for behavior within our relationships. Some suggested topics for discussion include
1) Are we working towards our common welfare in the relationship? Are we supporting each other in our personal progress?
2) Do we accept that the only authority in the relationship is a loving God, as He may express Himself? Do we work together on decisions?
3) Do we accept that we are equal members?
4) Are we autonomous?
5) Are we welcoming and giving comfort to other couples?
6) Are we being diverted from our primary spiritual aim?
7) Are we self-supporting? Are we relying on contributions from outside?
8) Are we making "a sole vocation of this work" AA pg 19?
9) Are we willing to seek outside help if it is necessary?
10) Are staying out of public controversy?
11) Are we guarding the anonymity of others?
12) Are we keeping principles above personalities?
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