Live and Let Live

From Alcoholics Anonymous — 1955 Second Edition by Wilson, Bill & Smith, Dr. Bob
'Live and let live' is one of AA's core slogans, emphasizing tolerance, acceptance, and refraining from judging or trying to control others. It is closely tied to the work of releasing resentment in Step Four and practicing patience and tolerance in daily life.
Big Book, The Family Afterward, p. 135

Direct citation of 'live and let live' as guidance for family harmony in recovery

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Big Book, Freedom From Bondage (Story)

Member story illustrating practical application of live-and-let-live in releasing resentments

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Big Book, How It Works, p. 67

Resentment inventory teaches tolerance — the spiritual ground for 'live and let live'

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Big Book, Into Action, p. 83-84

Ninth Step Promises include new attitude toward others, fruit of live-and-let-live

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Big Book, Into Action, p. 84-85

Step Ten: 'Love and tolerance of others is our code'

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Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Step Ten

Extended teaching on tolerance and not judging — the heart of live-and-let-live

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