WE BECOME WILLING . . .
Recovery Einstein's Big Book perspective on the AA Daily Reflection for August 2.
For someone in recovery, 'we become willing' reflects the heart of Steps Six and Seven—the quiet pivot from fighting our defects to letting them go. As the Big Book says, 'We asked Him to remove our shortcomings' [Page 76], but before that prayer comes a deep readiness. Willingness isn't about perfect surrender; it's about opening the door just a crack. The Promises follow: 'We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it' [Page 84]. That freedom begins here, in the gentle act of becoming willing.
What small defect am I still holding onto because I'm not yet fully willing to let it go?
Start each day with Einstein's Big Book perspective — a quiet moment before the world gets loud.
This is Recovery Einstein's original Big Book perspective on the day's theme — not the official AA Daily Reflections text. For the official reflection, follow the aa.org link above. Page references are to Alcoholics Anonymous (the Big Book), 4th Edition.
Quick answers
What is the AA Daily Reflection for August 2?
The theme for August 2 is “We Become Willing . . ..” For someone in recovery, 'we become willing' reflects the heart of Steps Six and Seven—the quiet pivot from fighting our defects to letting them go.
What small defect am I still holding onto because I'm not yet fully willing to let it go?
That freedom begins here, in the gentle act of becoming willing. (Big Book: Chapter 6, pages 75-76)