May 2020

Highlights from the May 2020 Issue:

This issue focuses on self-reflection during the pandemic, asking members to consider whether their recovery is moving “up or down” amid uncertainty and isolation. Through personal stories like Melanie D.’s, it explores how crisis can become a turning point for recommitment to the program.

The editorial challenges members to confront an old issue in a new context: the difficulty of asking for help. It highlights how easily service to others can become a distraction from personal recovery, especially during times of widespread crisis.

Additional content includes practical guidance on online meeting security and participation, as well as stories of members discovering deeper connection through virtual meetings—even expanding their recovery globally. Historical pieces on A.A. traditions and local history add context, while new features like the Creative Corner begin to emerge.