That is what the authors of the big book and millions before you did. To personalize the step for your study and action in the here and now, however, you may wish to rephrase it as. The basic text is based on an outline derived from where. Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Includes a zoom meeting schedule and qualified speakers, recorded at the asheville bbss meeting between 1999 and 2018. Please do not state that you are in stephanies workshop, for it is a break of my anonymity. Step 4 big book step study step 4 turnarounds originally posted by wmj1012 as tommy outlined, the turnarounds can be written using columns his were good and thorough. The following is a suggested format for a big book step study meeting with emphasis on the fourth step.
To open pdf files, you will need adobe reader or equivalent software. The big book study our chief responsibility to the. We take six or so paragraphs from the book addressing each step and provide a panel of speakers who share continue reading open, big book, step study. Step 8 made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to. This twelve step workbook guide substitutes terms and phrases related to alcoholism to include. This site is not endorsed by or affiliated with any 12 step program. For further study, it is suggested that you get a copy of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. It provides certain details not available in other podcasts. This is a study guide to the book alcoholics anonymous. Step 2 came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. Big book step index step 1 we admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable.
This site is not endorsed by or affiliated with any 12step program. A list, and look, at the big book step study bbss meetings. Each week, during the beginning of each workshop session. Downloadable group workbook companion to the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa, for adults who desire information on alcoholism and addiction recovery. Massachusetts aa big book step study meetings concord nhbbss. There is no one set way that the founders and pioneers worked the steps. If you are new and unfamiliar with the big book bb many of us change the words alcohol to food, alcoholic to compulsive overeater. An active journey through the 12 steps schwartz, aron on. Some people write down 1 page, others write the resentment in one notebook and my part the turnaround in another notebook.
See more ideas about book study, alcoholics anonymous and giving up alcohol. Step study sundays 8pm est big book meeting same number as above note. I have not mentioned this big book workshop at any of my phone bridge meetings or any facetoface meetings because it is not aa approved. Quotations from alcoholics anonymous and the twelve steps and twelve traditions are with permission of a. To show other alcoholics addicts precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. These step study guides and worksheets have been used by thousands of aas, nas, alanons, oa overeaters, cas, gas and other 12 step recovery program members that use the 12 steps as instructed in the book, alcoholics. You can purchase a bba workbook at any bba meeting, or online at. Given current events we have moved to a virtual meeting only, until further notice. Though our decisionstep 3 was a vital and crucial step, it could have little permanent effect unless at once fast followed by a. The purpose of this study guide is to enable the student to better understand the information the authors of the book, alcoholics anonymous, intended to impart to each of us based on their experience and knowledge of alcoholism and their program of recovery. In a friendly, focused group of sponsors, sponsees, and others in recovery, we study and practice the 12 steps as they were originally described in the text, alcoholics anonymous.
A simple guide that works with the big book to make step work fast, concise and powerful. These sheets are referenced in our big book study audio sessions. Click on popout icon or print icon to worksheet to print or download. This page was developed as a repository for the sponsorship and oa 12 step study resources that were mentioned in the how to sponsor series of workshops that ran for 12 weeks beginning in january, 2011. The individual sections of this study guide material reflect ideas, emotions and attitudes you might hear from the mouth of that old timer over in the corner. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them. Concord big book step study anniversary celebrated every october. Short breaks between sessions are for fellowship and endless coffee refills. Helping others newcomers is the foundation stone of your recovery. We connect suffering addicts to recovered addicts who guide newcomers through a personalized one on one study of the original, undiluted 12 step program. Welcome to big book revealed a site dedicated to the process of recovery as outlined in the big book of alcoholics anonymous. This does not imply either approval of or endorsement by this organization which, i understand, feels alcoholics. During any such meeting to study the aa big book, you would expect to encounter a wide variety of viewpoints on the portions under consideration.
Aa big book with questions for discussion emotional. I am glad i remained sober and abstinate to be a part of the powerful big book step study. In that setting, consider that, over in the corner, sits an old timer who has been around aa for over half a century. 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. You will need the big book of alcoholics anonymous large print or hard cover recommended and the big book awakening workbook. Steps by the big book steps by the big book workbook for. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Big book step study hyannis format we are looking at adopting a new format for some of our meetings, it is called the hyannis format and is based on a format developed in hyannis, massachusetts by some recovered alcoholics. The reference pages are taken from the 4th edition of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Step 6 were entirely ready to have god remove all these defects of character. Next we launched out on a course of vigorous action, the first step of which is a personal housecleaning, which many of us had never attempted. Open, big book, step study the simple actions group. Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12 steps.
Aa the original way 12 step guide aa the original way group. We are not experts on the big book of alcoholics anonymous. In addition to the resources listed, we hope to have recordings of each session available in the near. 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. Click any document name above doc or pdf to view or download a section of the workbook. Title cover focus index introduction notes step 1 step 2 step 3 step 4 step 5 step 6 step 7 step 8 step 9 step 10 step 11 step 12 whole document pamphlets. The big book of alcoholics anonymou s can be purchased at aa central or a bba meeting. This step is described on roman numeral pages 25 32 xxv xxxii, on pages 1 44. It is suggested that each member obtain a 3ring binder, an ink pen, a highlighter pen, and 3hole paper or notebook to record your notes and complete assignments. These two items cannot be downloaded and must be purchased separately.
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. If you wish to be contacted please fill out the form below and click submit. Use this study guide of the aa big book as if the author were a sponsor in print who, like a safari guide is taking you on a conducted tour of the basic text. Bbss big book step study an approach to working the twelve steps as they are laid out in the big book alcoholics anonymous. Friday mattapoisett big book step study friends meeting house 103 marion rd, rt 6 7. The only requirements are to show up, to study the big book and to practice the steps. These panelstyle meetings will consider the challenges big book step study groups often. Thanks for visiting please contact us with any suggestions, email. Be advised that other ideas and interpretations, which are consistent with.
In a friendly, focused group of sponsors, sponsees, and others in recovery, we study and practice the 12. An unofficial guide to the twelve steps, edited by dr. Aa big book with questions for discussion hi everyone. We are looking at adopting a new format for some of our meetings, it is called the hyannis format and is based on a format developed in hyannis, massachusetts by some recovered alcoholics. I admit that i am powerless over alcoholthat my life has. These step study guides and worksheets have been used by thousands of aas, nas, alanons, oa overeaters, cas, gas and other 12 step recovery program members that use the 12 steps as instructed in the book, alcoholics anonymous. Big book step study hyannis format the primary purpose group. Worksheets are the primary purpose group big, 12 step workbook, first step work, aas 12 steps including powerful, 12 steps in 12 weeks oa big book study format, the twelve step program, resentment inventory prompt, step 1 work. Take all 12 steps in just 4 hours download this aa big book step.
Big book step study all saints parish 1773 beacon st 7. Steps by the big book is a nocharge website for people in recovery from alcohol and drugs and other addictions who wish to study the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa as part of a. Step 7 humbly asked him to remove our shortcomings. Massachusetts aa big book step study meetings concord. The big book study our chief responsibility to the newcomer is an adequate presentation of the program. See more ideas about 12 step worksheets, 12 steps recovery, worksheets. Although im actually going to a meeting where they read the. Friday kingston big book step study vineyard christian fellowship church 8 hilltop ave 7. I am looking forward to this as i have a clear mind since abstinence from compusive overeating. This is part three of a 15 episode indepth big book study that took place in 2009 part three is about step 2 now what, and is presented by pete h. Our goal is to study the steps as a friendly, focused group, and work them as the authors of the big book described.
Paul sponsored a big book study and separate step four workshop which are available as a recorded visual webcast. The big book study our chief responsibility to the newcomer is an adequate presentation of the program home. Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12. Steps by the big book steps by the big book workbook. To assist our next meeting, i thought i would post what we read today until the end of the chapter, with the questions from in 1 documen.
When sharing on the sunday night big book step study meeting, please identify yourself as. Clear discussions of each step and probing questions offer us a guide to personal insight and reflection. This steps by the big book workbook is for those who are willing to grow along spiritual lines 60. George b was a practicing dentist for 47 years and is now a graduate student in a masters degree program for addiction counseling. The saturday morning big book step study meeting of alcoholics anonymous normally meets every saturday from 9 a. We thank god from the bottom of our heart that we know him better. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Step 3 group 1 read page 44 of the book alcoholics. What we endeavor to do is share our experience working the 12steps from the book alcoholics anonymous. Meeting reader reads the big book of alcoholics anonymous preface states. Each week, during the beginning of each workshop session and. I havent done the full 12 steps in the aa book for many years. Steps by the big book step 2 steps by the big book.
Steps by the big book free sbbb workbook for the 12 steps of. Step 8 made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all. Video webcast of a big book study and step four workshop may 1820, 2018. Bbss speakers on step four in accordance with the twelve traditions of alcoholics anonymous. It is meant to provide all the resources one needs to study the 12 steps as outlined in the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. Step 5 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. There seems to be more big book study meetings than twelve steps and twelve tradition meetings. One where your chosen guide will point out various items considered to be of potential interest. A fourth study guides are distilled right out of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Click the link above to download the printable 12 step guide. Volunteers read aloud from the big book, followed by speakers at the podium. Do not answer the questions in the rest of the book. Taking this book down from our shelf we turn to the page which contains the twelve steps.
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