The big books directions for taking all twelve steps. They are solely provided as part of the sites owners 12 step work in reaching out to the alcoholic who still suffers. We have the framework for step 11 in place if we are doing the daily suggestions. The last joe and charlie 12 steps using alcoholics anonymous big book seminar 2004 new york ny eleven discs in set joe mcc and charlie p explain the 12 step program as laid out in the big book of. Read the following sentences, found in consecutive paragraphs of the bigbook pg 8587.
You can purchase a bba workbook at any bba meeting. You have to have a starting point, but unless you continue on with the big book and the steps, you will not make it. On the next page is a modified 3rd step prayer which i recommend. Step 2 came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. As the step reads it states that we seek through prayer and meditation. I have adopted the following meditation technique this is really part of step 11, but there is.
Our goal is to study the steps as a friendly, focused group, and work them as the authors of the big book. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. In a nutshell, step 11 says to discover the plan god, as you understand him, has for your life and find the power to carry it out. This twelve step workbook guide substitutes terms and phrases related to alcoholism to include any actingout or obsessivecompulsive addiction patterns such as, drugs and all mind altering. Known as the big book, it is in its fourth edition and is widely circulated through out the world. The big book serves as the basis of alcoholics anonymous aa. At the time of writing the big book, women were viewed as less than rather than equal to or, in many cases, superior to. Aas 12 steps, including powerful 4th step worksheets ima pastal. Step eleven sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with god as we understood him, praying only for knowledge of his will for us and the power to carry that out. Alcoholics anonymous aa 12 step program as described in the the big book, aas guide for people recovering from alcoholism, has many references to god and religious themes, and step 11 is no different. This step, like step seven, can be difficult for agnostic and atheist participants, but even the most devout members of alcoholics. Alcoholics anonymous is often referred to as a 12 step program, and aa is the basis for many other 12 step.
Published on mar 22, 2015 for those practicing the 11th step. You will need the big book of alcoholics anonymous large print or hard cover recommended and the big. Peter m workshop step 11 recorded april 35, 2014 at the lincoln spring fling, in lincoln, ne at the lancaster event center. We find that no one need have difficulty with the spirituality of the program. Big book step index step 1 we admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable. Short but indepth look within the big book, highlighting the major points simply. If you wish to visit the official aaws web page, please click on the blue big book alcoholics anonymous these pages are not endorsed nor approved by alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. The last joe and charlie 12 steps using alcoholics. Dec 23, 2007 questions to ask yourself while working step 11.
Linda farris kurtz, professor emerita, eastern michigan university, author of recovery groups writing the big book is the most important work on the history of a. The big book index bookmark features 25 of the most commonly used entries from the little big book dictionary. Being intentional with step 11 hazelden betty ford. Helping others newcomers is the foundation stone of your recovery. Steps by the big book step 11 steps by the big book. No attention is given to the positive qualities of the person taking a selfinventory, yet it is most important to remember our good qualities while dealing with the negative ones. Big book, page 35, line 1 the big book items can be restructured within the twelve steps without much reshaping or cramming. Step ten marked the first in a series of what are called maintenance steps, those that you continue working daily. The 12 steps are referred to in the big book, on page 58, where it is written, rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed out path. Being intentional with step 11 believing and behaving this article is an excerpt from the hazeldenpublished book, practicing the here and now.
It is a task which we may per form with increasing skill, but never really finish. We may stop causing any more harm because we are no longer drinking, but that is not the same as repairing the damage we have already caused. An 18 minute session of prayer and contemplation as suggested by the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Some people use the 24 hours a day book or some relevant spiritual material. Big books directions for taking all twelve steps the steps are listed in the big book on pages 5960 directions for taking step 1 are listed on page 30, paragraph 2, lines 14. Have you kept something to yourself which should be discussed with another person at once. When ready ask your sponsee, do you fully concede to your inner most self that you are alcoholic.
Downloadable group workbook companion to the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa, for adults who desire information on alcoholism and addiction recovery. These last three steps keep us current and help us to continue to solidify the foundation of our recovery. Excerpted from taking step twelve by the big book bunch. We have included the first full paragraph on page 86 of the big book within step 10, because that is where it belongs, but there is nothing wrong with your reading it again. For further study, it is suggested that you get a copy of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Critique of chapter 5 of the big book step 4 aa agnostica. Chapter 11 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, 2nd edition. Step 11 sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with god as we understood god, praying only for knowledge of gods will for us and the power to carry that out step 11 suggests prayer and meditation. Excerpted from taking step eleven by the big book bunch. Commit to a spiritual practice what is step 11 of aa. Posted in articles and tagged step zero, thoughts on recovery. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. There are, however, additional promises in the big book. This step is about coming closer to your spiritual power step 11a and your seeking to fulfill his plan for you step 11b.
The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. The sbbb study guide is for those in recovery from the disease of addiction who wish to work the 12 steps by the big book, alcoholics anonymous. This steps by the big book workbook is for those who are willing to grow along spiritual lines 60. These great mysteries are, after all, enshrined in complete simplicity. But, after reading about it, it makes perfect sense. Taken separately, these practices can bring much relief and benefi t. In order for this to happen we must go directly into steps 10, 11 and 12 while doing step 9. The 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous big book twelve steps. Step 11 prayers and meditations evening prayer and meditation big book, page 86.
I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. In the big book, the 7th step is described as scarcely more than just one short prayer, known to many today as. If we skip this vital step, we may not overcome drinking. If you are at step zero please get into the big book and work the steps out of the book. Certainly he must stay sober, butwe feel a man is unthinking when he says sobriety is enough.
Aa the original way 12 step guide aa the original way group. The big book explains that we must make a list that includes all our resentments we have and have ever had, an account of sexual conduct and our fears. Phrases such as a day at a time, the big book, pressing buttons, hitting your knees, on the program, have a certain resonance for those within the fellowship, but to those outside the fellowship are meaningless and pat. Emotional sobriety and food step 11 inventory 12212014 emotional sobriety and food step 11 inventory 12212014 how to listen to god below are various versions of the pamphlets how to begin practicing quiet time a. The big book bunch 12 step workbook we are the big book bunch group of alcoholics anonymous. Sorting and rendering passages in the proprietary format of the 164 and more concordance does not in any way imply affiliation with or endorsement by either.
Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with god as we understood him, praying only for knowledge of his will for us and the power to carry that out. First written in 1939, the 4th edition was published in 2001. The big book index is the perfect addition to any big book order and serves as a terrific gift for the newcomer. The big book study movement is outside of the structure of alcoholics anonymous in ireland. For many people in recovery, step 11 presents a bit of a challenge. Step eleven sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with god as we understood him, praying only for his will for us and the power to carry that out. To read a pdf version of the twelve steps and twelve traditions click here. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves reading. The big book s directions for taking all twelve steps step goal read the steps are listed in the big book on pages 5960 1 honesty pages xxvxxxii and 143 directions for taking step 1 are listed on page 30, paragraph 2, lines 14. You may find the complete text on the official web site of alcoholics anonymous on this page you can discover what this book tells about. Links to more information about integrity and the 5th step. This step is described on roman numeral pages 25 32 xxv xxxii, on pages 1 44. As noted in the big book, the wording of the step 3 prayer is optional. Whereas step ten kept you mindful of yourself, step eleven changes the focus to god, or your chosen higher power.
We are the big book bunch group of alcoholics anonymous. Step 11 we are going to change it up a little and post a big book study workshop that took place in 2011, each speaker is presenting for about an hour on one step. The big book items reflect the founders concentration upon. Some day this bunch of exdrunks of yours will fill madison square garden, and i dont see why you should starve meanwhile. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with god as we understood him, praying only for his will for us and the power to carry that out. However, as noted in the big book, this decision has little effect unless you, at once, start on your written step 4 inventory. To their surprise, a bunch of alcoholics discovered and demonstrate a. The big book holds within it the central thesis and ideas of alcohol anonymous and the 12 step approach. Some of the promises are directly associated with completion of a step. At nearly 7 years of sobriety it is about time i learned these things.
Emotional in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and. This is the blue print of the 12 step recovery programs. Experience the big book is a guided, detailed study of the aa big book and 12 steps, by dr. You will need the big book of alcoholics anonymous. That was the purpose of this site to help one go down the path. Joe and charlie aa big book study series 33 tapes, 1520. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. Big book overview alcoholics anonymous or the big book as it is commonly called was first published in 1939 and was subtitled the story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism. Are you ready to trust god and step out in faith by sharing your 5th step with him.
We work this step while the days ups and downs are still fresh in. P rayer and meditation are our principal means of conscious contact with god. A person facing this step may not understand what it means, how to apply it in his or her life, or may have shunned religion and. Steps by the big book step 5 steps by the big book. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them. The big books approach to step 4, with its masculine focus is not only less helpful to women than it should be, it is probably harmful. We are told in the big book that it is not enough just to get sober. The big book coverage of step 4 is about being honest and admitting to ones faults, weaknesses, defects. One difference is that the big book prayer includes. Schabergs book tells us how they did it, tiny step by tiny step. Couple your bookmark order with a copy of the little big book dictionary to create the perfect recovery gift combination.
Step 3 we are going to change it up a little and post a big book study workshop that took place in 2011, each speaker is presenting for about an hour on one step. The following is a list ofapproximately 150 promises that i compiled from the first edition of the big book. Big book of aa step 2 understand and complete one step at a time in recovery with alcoholics anonymous book. Find all uses of this word in the big book alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions of a. Here is the step 11 worksheet created for our group. Big book of alcoholics anonymous 11th step meditation. The 164 and more book, ebook, and web site are all concordances which display passages from the big book alcoholics anonymous, the twelve steps and twelve traditions, and the a.
Formats in which the twelve steps and twelve traditions can be read. Our big book step instructions booklet is published below for public use and printing adobe acrobat pdf. Emotional in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. The last joe and charlie 12 steps using alcoholics anonymous big book seminar 2004 new york ny eleven discs in set history of recovery on. Big book of aa step 2 understand and complete one step. Both of you have been a part of challenging me to learn more about the big book, the steps, the principles, and how it all relates to recovery. Our origins are the students of the big book group, which has met in woodland hills, california since december of 1985. The primary purpose of this site is to carry the message contained within the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Big book sponsorship guide 3 you are going to become a sponsor. I get excited every time i take a newcomer through the big book and after 8 years, i still get a kick out of it. Some surefire causes of relapse taken from the big book. It is the first text written about the experiences of the founders of the a. I have truly enjoyed the learning experience i am getting as i find and post these things. It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w.
Breaking down step eleven of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. The primary instructions for the 12 steps are highlighted, in order, in the big book. The big book of alcoholics anonymous can be purchased at aa central or a bba meeting. The last joe and charlie 12 steps using alcoholics anonymous big book seminar 2004 new york ny eleven discs in set joe mcc and charlie p explain the 12 step program as laid out in the big book.
The big book contains the 12 steps, the step 3,7 prayers, the forgiveness prayer, how to pray and meditate in step 11, an entire chapter on working with others, and a template for working out a half decent 4th. Read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. You will need the big book of alcoholics anonymous large print or hard cover recommended and the big book awakening workbook. This step, like step seven, can be difficult for agnostic and atheist participants, but even the most devout members of alcoholics anonymous fumble a bit. We made this book so that anyone who wants to can point easily to all 12 step instructions in the big book. The 12 steps is the solution for alcoholic addiction referred to in chapter 2, of the book, alcoholics anonymous, titled there is a solution. The last joe and charlie 12 steps using alcoholics anonymous. There is a direct linkage among selfexamination, meditation, and prayer. Our goal is to study the steps as a friendly, focused group, and work them as the authors of the big book described. However, take care not to use aa jargon or even worse psychobabble. This is a study guide to the book alcoholics anonymous.
Big book step study aa meetings turned out to be the antidote and balance to that weak aa message and group that dominated aa at the time. Bunch in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. It contains the 12 steps that are at the core of the alcoholics anonymous program, as well as stories about alcoholics who have been through the recovery process. Confessions of a big book sponsor big book sponsorship. Jun 17, 2016 the big book is clearwe do this to fit ourselves to be of maximum service to god and our fellow man. Many of us have heard of the ninth step promises from page 8384 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Monthly big book readings aa the original way group. Exploring spirituality in the 11th step of aa alcoholics anonymous can be a wonderful. All bb quotes are from the 1st edition of the big book depression is not a sign of weakness. Our notes, commentary, and genderinclusive changes are formatted in italics. Alcoholics anonymous is well known for their 12 step program that focuses on helping people achieve sobriety, make amends, and improve the quality of their life.
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