I remember the making of this film and attending the premier in NYC. Having met pretty much all of the historians who appeared & several of those connected w the making of the film, I was blown away when I saw it at the theater opening night. Many thanks to Kevin & Dan and all those who participated in its planning & production. I wish Lois & Nell would’ve lived long enough to see the film. I’m sure they would’ve loved it & approved. Every time I see this film it brings back fond memories & renews my love for the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. The best AA documentary thus far.
To Bill W., Your vision and unwavering dedication have left an indelible mark on the world, providing hope and a path to recovery for countless individuals. Your journey, marked by both triumphs and trials, has been a beacon of light for those seeking solace and strength in the face of addiction. Though your struggle in the end is a poignant reminder of the challenges that persist, your legacy shines brightly through the lives you have touched and the communities you have built. Your wisdom, compassion, and resilience have laid the foundation for a movement that continues to offer support and encouragement to those in need. As I reflect on my own journey, now 34 years sober and looking forward to 35, (One Day at a Time) I am profoundly grateful for the path you have paved. Your courage and commitment have inspired me and so many others to find the strength to change, to persevere, and to embrace a life of sobriety. May you rest in peace, Bill W., knowing that your work and spirit live on in the hearts and minds of those you have helped. Your legacy is a testament to the power of hope, the possibility of transformation, and the enduring impact of one person's dedication to making a difference. With deep respect and gratitude, Tom S. 12/31/89
Without question the best presentation on Bill Wilson that I've seen. He certainly had his flaws... Who among us has none? But it doesn't discount his contributions to the world of recovery from alcoholism. We learn in AA that no man should be put on a pedestal, lest that pedestal come tumbling down. Principles before personalities, always.
Bill Wilson is a very intelligent man. He's a hero. Thank you for the documentary. I started AA again and fighting for my life. It's crazy the things they did to alcoholics before AA what a horror!
I wouldn’t call him a hero. Lois wouldn’t either. This is the lighter better side of the REAL Bill W. who stole the copy right and stole money from AA. Oh , and dropped LSD in 1956 because he couldn’t have a spiritual awakening. Then told everyone in the fellowship that they should take LSD. I’ve been going to AA since 1987 and have done quite a bit of research about this fellowship I belong too.
I remember when people used to get nicknames. If you called someone "Taco" today you'd get accused of being a "racist" and the message of a fourth step & looking at resentments has been lost in a sea of theory's via therapy&where to tell someone "their truth" doesn't exist outside of between their ears is considered abusive & violating by today's standards- thanks in large part to modern therapy. In the doctor's opinion it talks about not being able to control our drinking and that it didn't satisfy us to be told the reasons were that we were madjusted to life, in full flight from reality or outright mental defectives. These things were true in all of us and to a considerable degree within some of us. The first 100 who agreed on that big book never imagined a society sustaining and supporting a notion by a biological man that he should be playing against biological women on sports teams.
Great honest documentary. Was Bill Wilson a spiritual seeker his entire life? Yes, he had done sceances, yes he had done Ouija board, maybe he did table tipping. But I have done the same in my life because I too am a spiritual seeker. Karl Jung the famous Swiss psychiatrist who helped inspire the spiritual solution to Roland Hazard when he was under his care. Jung talked about in his book Memories, Dreams, and Reflections of the same thing and how a part of his family it was practiced. How his dad who was a minister was torn with his true lack of faith because he did not allow himself to explore spiritually. Many want Bill Wilson to be a cartoon character of holiness. As was written in How it works, We are not Saints. I remember the Master said, he who is without sin cast the first stone. The fundamentalists of any religion or even in AA have trouble with those that continue in their spiritual quest.
I hope this includes that he also performed seance, bragged thar he could levitate, played with Oujia boards is was the first 13 stepper. I hope it paints an accurate picture of who he was.
How did they clean up the audio of the bill Wilson talk. I've heard that talk but the audio was terrible. I would love to hear the cleaned up version in full.
"Spirit of Nature" as Bill wrote in his story in the Big Book / the Nature of Alcoholism can only be "broken" by the Spirit of Nature, God Himself, He gave Bill His Grace, to be able to present Alcoholics Anonymous to the world / Sobriety in our language / esoteric, if have to explain it to you, you wouldn't understand . . .
It the habit of drinking No restless irritable discontent Powerless is much more than that The great obsession is that I will be able to drink like my normal fellow
Absolutely the best documentary I have ever seen on bill wilson. This program saved my life
2012 is how long ago I got sober. I'm so thankful to God and the AA programme
I remember the making of this film and attending the premier in NYC. Having met pretty much all of the historians who appeared & several of those connected w the making of the film, I was blown away when I saw it at the theater opening night.
Many thanks to Kevin & Dan and all those who participated in its planning & production. I wish Lois & Nell would’ve lived long enough to see the film. I’m sure they would’ve loved it & approved.
Every time I see this film it brings back fond memories & renews my love for the history of Alcoholics Anonymous. The best AA documentary thus far.
To Bill W.,
Your vision and unwavering dedication have left an indelible mark on the world, providing hope and a path to recovery for countless individuals. Your journey, marked by both triumphs and trials, has been a beacon of light for those seeking solace and strength in the face of addiction.
Though your struggle in the end is a poignant reminder of the challenges that persist, your legacy shines brightly through the lives you have touched and the communities you have built. Your wisdom, compassion, and resilience have laid the foundation for a movement that continues to offer support and encouragement to those in need.
As I reflect on my own journey, now 34 years sober and looking forward to 35, (One Day at a Time) I am profoundly grateful for the path you have paved. Your courage and commitment have inspired me and so many others to find the strength to change, to persevere, and to embrace a life of sobriety.
May you rest in peace, Bill W., knowing that your work and spirit live on in the hearts and minds of those you have helped. Your legacy is a testament to the power of hope, the possibility of transformation, and the enduring impact of one person's dedication to making a difference.
With deep respect and gratitude,
Tom S. 12/31/89
under Grace we live in Sobriety / Meek Humility / thank You Lord / help us/me Lord
Thank u I am 68 sober 90 days
keep coming back
Without question the best presentation on Bill Wilson that I've seen. He certainly had his flaws... Who among us has none? But it doesn't discount his contributions to the world of recovery from alcoholism. We learn in AA that no man should be put on a pedestal, lest that pedestal come tumbling down. Principles before personalities, always.
"Trust God, Clean House and Help Others". that's what the program is in seven words.
Bill Wilson is a very intelligent man. He's a hero. Thank you for the documentary. I started AA again and fighting for my life. It's crazy the things they did to alcoholics before AA what a horror!
I wouldn’t call him a hero. Lois wouldn’t either. This is the lighter better side of the REAL Bill W. who stole the copy right and stole money from AA. Oh , and dropped LSD in 1956 because he couldn’t have a spiritual awakening. Then told everyone in the fellowship that they should take LSD. I’ve been going to AA since 1987 and have done quite a bit of research about this fellowship I belong too.
Awesome 👍
This is amazing!!! Thank you for the upload!
Love this, Taco Mike!
I remember when people used to get nicknames.
If you called someone "Taco" today you'd get accused of being a "racist" and the message of a fourth step & looking at resentments has been lost in a sea of theory's via therapy&where to tell someone "their truth" doesn't exist outside of between their ears is considered abusive & violating by today's standards- thanks in large part to modern therapy.
In the doctor's opinion it talks about not being able to control our drinking and that it didn't satisfy us to be told the reasons were that we were madjusted to life, in full flight from reality or outright mental defectives. These things were true in all of us and to a considerable degree within some of us.
The first 100 who agreed on that big book never imagined a society sustaining and supporting a notion by a biological man that he should be playing against biological women on sports teams.
Great honest documentary. Was Bill Wilson a spiritual seeker his entire life? Yes, he had done sceances, yes he had done Ouija board, maybe he did table tipping. But I have done the same in my life because I too am a spiritual seeker. Karl Jung the famous Swiss psychiatrist who helped inspire the spiritual solution to Roland Hazard when he was under his care. Jung talked about in his book Memories, Dreams, and Reflections of the same thing and how a part of his family it was practiced. How his dad who was a minister was torn with his true lack of faith because he did not allow himself to explore spiritually. Many want Bill Wilson to be a cartoon character of holiness. As was written in How it works, We are not Saints. I remember the Master said, he who is without sin cast the first stone. The fundamentalists of any religion or even in AA have trouble with those that continue in their spiritual quest.
Thank u this is great.
What a watch
Absolutely amazing
Thank you
I hope this includes that he also performed seance, bragged thar he could levitate, played with Oujia boards is was the first 13 stepper. I hope it paints an accurate picture of who he was.
But that info is great. It tells me that I too a flawed man, can make a positive difference.
How did they clean up the audio of the bill Wilson talk. I've heard that talk but the audio was terrible. I would love to hear the cleaned up version in full.
Poor guy he didn't deserve to be so sick. So sad.
Excellent
Keep The Plug in The Jug
Take the steps
"Spirit of Nature" as Bill wrote in his story in the Big Book / the Nature of Alcoholism can only be "broken" by the Spirit of Nature, God Himself, He gave Bill His Grace, to be able to present Alcoholics Anonymous to the world / Sobriety in our language / esoteric, if have to explain it to you, you wouldn't understand . . .
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It the habit of drinking
No restless irritable discontent
Powerless is much more than that
The great obsession is that I will be able to drink like my normal fellow
Alcohol is a drug.
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What a watch