The Foundation Principle

From the second paragraph in Step Seven in the 12&12, page 70;

"Indeed, the attainment of greater humility is the foundation principle of each of A.A.'s Twelve Steps. For without some degree of humility, no alcoholic can stay sober at all."

Somehow, that's not complete...

"Nearly all A.A.'s have found, too, that unless they develop much more of this precious quality than may be required just for sobriety, they still haven't much chance of becoming truly happy."

Wait, there's more...

"Without it, they cannot live to much useful purpose, or, in adversity, be able to summon the faith that can meet any emergency."

When the rubber hits the road... when reality bites you in the a**... this foundation is absolutely necessary.