Hi HT
"Yes others can leave that part alone"
But
Most Atheists condemn AA's stance and ideas on Atheism. Funny that non-Alcoholic Atheists are even more vocal than Atheists in Recovery. Atheists that function in AA are in no way a large percentage of Atheists.
Being a drunk is not the only way a person can degrade themselves, it is often a experience in sobriety.
I use AA but I do not view it through Rose colored glasses. Still I would say to a newcomer Alcoholic Atheist that AA is better than being a drunk.
AB
Originally Posted by
historyteach 
AB,
That's probably the best thing to do, if you need to.
Others can leave that part alone.
Each of us is individual. Do whatever works for you. The goal is staying clean and sober.
Shalom!