Live and Let Live

From Alcoholics Anonymous — Original 1939 Edition by Wilson, Bill & Smith, Dr. Bob
A core AA slogan teaching tolerance, acceptance of others' differences, and freedom from the resentment that comes from trying to control others. Closely tied to the Fourth Step inventory of resentments and to dealing with family and coworkers.
Big Book 5:13-25

How It Works — the resentment inventory: learning we cannot run others' lives

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Big Book 9:1-20

The Family Afterward — practicing tolerance with family members

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Big Book 8:1-25

To Wives — counsel on patience and tolerance with the alcoholic husband

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Big Book 6:1-11

Into Action — Step Ten daily practice of tolerance

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Big Book 5:24
We avoid retaliation or argument. We wouldn't treat sick people that way.
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