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June 1969

Slips and Human Nature

Originally published in the Grapevine for January 1947, this work has become a classic in AA literature

THE MYSTERY of slips is not so deep as it may appear. While it does seem odd that an alcoholic, who has restored himself to a dignified place among his fellowmen and continued dry for years, should suddenly throw all his happiness overboard and find himself again in mortal peril of drowning in liquor, often the reason is simple.

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