By 1946, however, it was possible to draw some conclusions about the kinds of attitude, practice and function that would best suit A.A.\u2019s purpose. They were summarized by Bill in the Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. Unity and functioning had been achieved and put into practice.<\/p>\n
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They can identify holes in your logic, places where you\u2019re holding back, and ill-advised choices (like making amends to living amends<\/a> a person who does not want to hear from you). Remember that part of making amends is demonstrating changed behavior. Even concrete steps like repaying a debt aren\u2019t done once you hand money over; you also have to avoid betraying that person in the future. For this reason, amends are an ongoing process without an end date.<\/p>\n