It also explores how to determine which bang out of meeting might be right for you.
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Closed meetings are limited to members and prospective members only.
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Reasons for Closed 12-Step Meetings
The spiritual foundation of all 12-step groups is anonymity.
This encourages each member to maintain their own anonymity and the anonymity of others in the meeting.
However, open meetings can also be discussion meetings.
During open discussion meetings, AA members will share their experiences with the rest of the group.
They might talk about why they started attending AA and how the group has helped them.
This can be helpful for a variety of reasons.
Open vs. Closed: Which Meeting Is Right for You?
How do you determine whether a closed or open meeting is the right choice for you?
Like in-person meetings, online AA meetings can either be closed or open.
This can be a great option due to the convenience and accessibility of the meetings.
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