Alcoholics Quote by Alcoholics Anonymous
““When you discover a prospect for Alcoholics Anonymous, find out all you can about him. If he does not want to stop drinking, don’t waste time trying to persuade him. You may spoil a later opportunity. This advice is given for his family also. They should be patient, realizing they are dealing with a sick person.””
About This Quote
Source Literature: AA Big Book, 1946
Understanding that change must be self‑motivated; external pressure can backfire and delay future readiness.
In simple terms: Change must come from within.
Key Takeaway
Respect autonomy, be patient.
Themes
addpathy
addiction
family support
Mood
Compassionate
reflective
Type
advice
supportive
When to use this quote
- Family counseling
- support groups
- relapse prevention
- patient education
Key Concepts
Motivational interviewing
self‑determination theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can families balance concern with respect for autonomy?
- What signs indicate a person is ready for change?
A Different Perspective
If pressure is applied too early, it may cause resistance or relapse.
![“I hardly ever went to the AA [alcoholics anonymous] meetings. I’ve just never felt comfortable in those places. It’s my worst zone. I’ll get up and sing my heart out in front of two hundred thousand people at a rock festival, but when I’ve got to talk about the way I feel to people I’ve never met…” quote by Ozzy Osbourne](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e1d/ozzy-osbourne-685_quote_i-hardly-ever-went-to-the-aa-alcoholics_506946.jpg)
