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Rule 62
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English
Etymology
Purportedly by a founding member of Alcoholics Anonymous who humorously suggested it after a committee formed to discuss 61 proposed rules.
Proper noun
Rule 62
en Alcoholics Anonymous Informal rule that says "don't take yourself too (damn) seriously."
Usage notes
Emphasizes humility, self-awareness, and not being rigid or self-important during recovery from addiction.
See also
en self-serious
en ignore all rules