we often found ourselves handicapped by obstinacy…
““we often found ourselves handicapped by obstinacy, sensitiveness, and unreasoning prejudice. Many of us have been so touchy that even casual reference to spiritual things made us bristle with antagonism. This sort of thinking had to be abandoned. Though some of us resisted, we found no great difficulty in casting aside such feelings. Faced with alcoholic destruction, we soon became as open minded on spiritual matters as we had tried to be on other questions. In this respect alcohol was a great persuader. It finally beat us into a state of reasonableness. Sometimes this was a tedious process; we hope no one else will be prejudiced””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Describes overcoming prejudice and closed-mindedness through the influence of alcohol, leading to greater openness.
In simple terms: Alcohol helped break down prejudice and open minds.
Key Takeaway
Seek openness without reliance on substances.
Themes
open-mindedness
prejudice
spirituality
substance influence
growth
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
Open minded:1
Prejudice:1
Religion:0
Minded Spiritual:0
Respect Alcohol:0
Reference Spiritual:0
When to use this quote
- group therapy
- spiritual exploration
- substance counseling
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
social change
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- What healthier ways foster openness?
- How can prejudice be reduced without substances?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on alcohol is risky.