Rule 62

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

1. (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

• self-serious
• ignore all rules