Aa big book tenth step

Steps four through nine are considered a form of spiritual housecleaning. Taking this book down from our shelf we turn to the page which contains the twelve steps. Steps by the big book step 5 steps by the big book. Tenth step nightly inventory app that was created by members to help simplify their daily inventory. Step 1 we admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. The emphasis on inventory is heavy only because a great many of us have never really acquired the habit of accurate selfappraisal. How was i resentful if so, do 4 column inventory 2. This web site is neither endorsed or approved by alcoholics anonymous or any other organization. Fourth step inventory these fourth step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 6371. The textbook takes over 7 pages to explain step six. We work this step while the days ups and downs are still fresh in our minds. We react sanely and normally, and we will find that this has happened automatically. Resentment is the number one offender alcoholics anonymous 2001.

This thought brings us to step ten, which suggests we continue to take personal inventory and continue to set right any new mistakes as we go along. The tenth step program theory alcoholics anonymous cleveland. What i discovered was that the tenth step is a framework for the upkeep and maintenance of all of the previous nine steps, and as i incorporated those principles into my value system it made me aware of my mistakes and it became easier and easier for me simply because the more i live by unselfish, proven principles, the less mistakes i make. The purpose of aas tenth step is to demonstrate to yourself that you have the. Since alcoholism effects us physically, mentally and spiritually more on that in working step 1, its important to realize that aa s solution to alcoholism as outlined in the big book would also need to have three parts.

To emphasise the point that we must keep doing this the book says. Any resentments or fears that arise from this are subjected to a step10 analysis. Surprise, the big book lets us know that weve actually already done step six. Rightly and naturally, we think well before we choose the per son or persons with whom to take this intimate and con.

As it says in the big book, when we are disturbed, it is usually because we find. Breaking down step ten of aa alcoholics anonymous jason wahler. Monthly big book readings aa the original way group. Step 10 begins laying the foundation for the rest of my life. Step 10 helps you to keep your commitment to better behavior by serving as a motivator to act in a manner that doesnt require you to owe any apologies. The big books suggestion for daily work on this step is to watch for selfishness, dishonesty, resentment, and fear. An excellent description of the tenth step in regards to how the previous few steps fit into it can be seen in the big book of alcoholics anonymous.

Whether youre working the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa, narcotics anonymous na. I see lots of go to meetings and fight the urge types of posts in the newcomers forum. Looked at the four different covers and some general remarks regarding purpose behind. The 10th step promises are what i actually experienced when i did the work. I pray that i turn my thoughts to someone i can help. Breaking down step ten of aa alcoholics anonymous life is 10 % what happens to you and 90% how you react to it. The 10th step promises recovery from a hopeless state. I wanted to create a life that i absolutely loved, filled with peace and joy. While studying the suggestions for step ten, she recalls, i realized something that i had been missing. The tenth step of alcoholics anonymous is a natural progression from step 9, where you make amends. Tenth step prayer god, i pray that i continue to watch for selfishness, dishonesty, resentment, and fear. I usually like to start a study of the big book way of life with something on the circle and triangle. Step 10 10th step promises and we have ceased fighting anything or anyone even alchol. Last month marked the beginning of the tenth yr of experience the big book.

Reflect on ten yes or no questions at the end of your day to help you complete your 10th step inventory. For more information on becoming free of addiction, visit. Steps by the big book step 10 steps by the big book. Some of the items on these pages were originally published by aa world services, but do not assume that this implies any approval by the general service conference for their use in these pages. Those of us belonging to a religious denomination which requires confession must, and of course, will want to go to the properly appointed au. As long as i follow directions without expectation, both sets of promises are realized. Jan 03, 2020 working on the tenth step of aa means continuing to do all of the things we have been doing for our recovery so far. Hear recovered addict and big book mucker, cameron f. Notwithstanding the great necessity for discussing. We react sanely and normally, and we will find that this has happened. Since i started on this journey i have wanted to be free of all of the sick feelings i had about myself and, at first, i couldnt find anything in the big book or the. It requires me to be vigilant against my addictive behavior and against the triggers for my addictive behavior. Take all 12 steps in just 4 hours download this aa big book step guide and work book. Steps 10 through 12 help me continue to keep myself in check on a daily basis, in accordance with my higher power.

All other sources the little red book, the 12 and 12, group sponsored literature were written as accompaniments or guides to be used to assist and deepen the path laid out by the original members of alcoholics anonymous in the big book. It is a pledge to continually monitor my life with honesty and humility. Mar 14, 2012 for more information on becoming free of addiction, visit. Episodes experience the big book aa big book study. It requires me to be humble before my god who can keep me from my addictive behavior if i. Step 10 helps me to do so, as i regularly take inventory and quickly make amends. Rather than weighing on the conscience or building up to produce greater consequence, the mistake is corrected promptly and the problem nipped in the bud. Step 10 may be one of the least popular of the 12 steps because its simply no fun to be wrong, but it is. Thus blinded by prideful selfconfidence, we were apt to play the big shot. We react sanely and normally, we will find that this has happened automatically. Nothing could be further from the aa experience than fighting the urge. Owning up to those wrongs quickly settles the issue. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. Aa speakers joe and charlie steps 10, 11, and 12 the big book comes alive duration.

Whether youre working the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa, narcotics anonymous na, alanon, or any other. Thus blinded by prideful selfconfi dence, we were apt to play the big shot. We thank god from the bottom of our heart that we know him better. If we take a closer look at the tenth step of alcoholics anonymous, it can be seen as the culmination of the successful completion of steps four through nine.

Previous please join recovery speakers as we celebrate the life and times of aa ca recovery desperado howard p. Its not about being sponsoredits about sponsoring others that is a predictor for recovery. Step 2 came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. You have worked to remove the guilt and shame associated with past acts from your present life. 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 my experience, walking around with the weight of amends that need to be taken care of really sucks. Dec 20, 2019 the tenth step of alcoholics anonymous is a natural progression from step 9, where you make amends. The best part about practicing the tenth step of aa in our daily lives is that the. Mar 30, 2020 aa step 12 is the last step of the alcoholics anonymous program. Prayers from the big book of alcoholics anonymous i earnestly advise every alcoholic to read this book through, and though perhaps he came to scoff, he may remain to pray. Twelve step prayers spiritual alcoholics anonymous cleveland. In my opinion, alcoholics anonymous has three great humility steps in the twelvepoint program. This step is described in parts of chapters 1, 2, 3, and all of chapter 4. I pray that i discuss them with someone immediately and make amends quickly if i have harmed anyone.

Step 10 promises and we have ceased fighting anything or anyoneeven alcohol. On the 10th step continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it. The original alcoholics anonymous big book manuscript. Breaking down step ten of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Working on the tenth step of aa means continuing to do all of the things we have been doing for our recovery so far.

Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. When temporary good fortune came our way, we indulged ourselves in fantasies of still greater victories over people and circumstances. From appendix ii of alcoholics anonymous, page 567 4th edition the terms spiritual experience and spiritual awakening are used many times in this book which, upon careful reading, shows that the personality change sufficient to bring about recovery from alcoholism has manifested itself among us in many different forms. Essentially, accomplishing step 10 means youve worked hard to be the person you want to be. The 10th step promises alcoholics anonymous district 12.

We provide this study guide based on personal experience to help those following aa s 12 steps as outlined in the original big book, alcoholics anonymous aa. This is the official website of the general service office g. The first stepadmitting that one is powerless over alcoholis the newcomers task, and without it nobody ever gets far in aa. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover. We continue to take inventory as in step four and continue to make amends if we harm anyone as in steps eight and nine. Many people find the 12th step of alcoholics anonymous to. When these crop up, we ask god at once to remove them. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover as of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. Dec 07, 2018 steps 10 through 12 help me continue to keep myself in check on a daily basis, in accordance with my higher power. Fresh audio what a wonderful world december 3, 1932 march 30, 2019 next june 10th, 1935.

It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. When the word optional is used in the worksheets, it means that the big book suggests doing this. I prepared some history behind the book, looked at first edition forward, table of contents, and first page. All bb quotes are from the 1st edition of the big book depression is not a sign of weakness. Download pamphlets and handouts to use in big book group sessions our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the big book. Alcoholics anonymous step 10 this thought brings us to step ten, which suggests we continue to take personal inventory and continue to set right any new mistakes as we go along. Nov 02, 2016 if we take a closer look at the tenth step of alcoholics anonymous, it can be seen as the culmination of the successful completion of steps four through nine. This step is described on roman numeral pages 25 32 xxv xxxii, on pages 1 44. The emphasis on inventory is heavy only because a great many of us have. Celebrating 84 years of continuous alcoholics anonymous. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it. The tenth step promises are available for everyone who works for them. The big book s suggestion for daily work on this step is to watch for selfishness, dishonesty, resentment, and fear. A look at step 10 of the twelve step program verywell mind.

This womans desperation led her to reread alcoholics anonymous often called the big book of aa. When these crop up, i humbly ask you to remove them at once. Having done a good job at step five we are ready for the next step. This step requires you to have a spiritual awakening that came as a result of completing the previous 11 steps of aa, carry the message of aa to other addicts, and practice the principles of aa in all of your daily affairs. We provide this study guide based on personal experience to help those following aas 12 steps as outlined in the original big book, alcoholics anonymous aa. Alcoholics anonymous 2001 a clinicians guide to 12 step recovery, p. No more shrugging the shoulders with a whatever attitude. Much like the ninth step promises, the tenth step promises are a section of the big book where recovering alcoholics are promised peace and recovery from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Breaking down step nine of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Aa the original way 12 step guide aa the original way group. We have learned to pay attention to how our actions affect others, and when the effects are negative or harmful, promptly. All humans and are bound to make mistakes and errors.

Jun 02, 2012 alcoholics anonymous step 10 this thought brings us to step ten, which suggests we continue to take personal inventory and continue to set right any new mistakes as we go along. Step nine of aa alcoholics anonymous is the perfect time to let go of the horrible way we feel about our past and to radically repair relationships. Of course, people turned away from us, bored or hurt. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. Our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the big book. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. We vigorously commenced this way of living as we cleaned up the past.