William Schaberg is the author of an important new book that’s “a must read” for every 12-Step member ready to separate recovery myth from recovery miracle. This episode focuses on chapter one of Schaberg’s sure to be classic Writing the Big Book titled Challenging the Creation Myths. He and Father Bill explore what Wilson referred to as “the flying blind” period before the Big Book was written. It’s just one of the many myths Schaberg carefully examines as he traces the Big Book’s writing through the critical eye of historical documentation. Myths are not unrealities – they’re expressing truths that are often bigger than reality. You’re sure to find this a fascinating and enlightening discussion.Show Notes:
- Writing the Big Book by William H. Schaberg
- Bill Schaberg’s YouTube Channel
- S. H. Hadley Story by William James
Frank Parkhurst’s story from the Big Book, first edition: https://aamo.info/bb/j41d/bbs_hank_p.html
Controversy regarding Rowland Hazard and the dates of his treatment by Carl Jung: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rowland_Hazard_III
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