Thanks much for your letter of criticism. I’m certain that had it not been for its strong critics, A.A. would have made slower progress.
For myself, I have come to set a high value on the people who have criticized me, whether they have seemed reasonable critics or unreasonable ones. Both have often restrained me from doing much worse than I actually have done. The unreasonable ones have taught me, I hope, a little patience. But the reasonable ones have always done a great job for all of A.A. — and have taught me many a valuable lesson.
~ LETTER, 1955 ~
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yes, this is a great reminder to welcome criticism and to stay humble. Not from a place of remorse or self loathing but from a place of growth and acceptance. Jim A.