tradition 10

The Eleventh tradition of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) states that the AA groups should avoid drawing attention to themselves or revealing any information that might personally identify them, including their names or photographs. This is intended to protect the privacy of the members and encourage them to maintain their anonymity in their personal and professional lives. The tradition emphasizes that AA should remain non-professional, with no member performing any type of professional counseling for a fee. AA should also avoid any form of commercial involvement, such as running businesses or managing property, and any affiliated organizations should operate separately. AA groups should rely on voluntary donations from their members for their support and should refrain from any public fundraising activities. The Eleventh tradition aims to keep the focus on the shared goal of recovery without any distractions or distractions that could arise from public controversies or disputes. By maintaining anonymity, AA members can focus on their personal journey towards sobriety, free from the pressure of public opinion or the stigma associated with alcoholism.