See origins of aa s 4th step moral inventory it is not mentioned in the big book text at any point. Everything contained in the fourth step inventory worksheets is directly from the book alcoholics anonymous. Here he shares insights into step two of aa, alcoholics anonymous 12 steps. Step work downloads bba formats you will need the big book of alcoholics anonymous large print or hard cover recommended and the big book awakening workbook. If men and women didnt exert themselves to be secure in their persons, made no effort to harvest food or construct shelter, there would be no survival.
Our reference for this study of the 12 steps is the first 103 pages of alcoholics anonymous, fourth edition, the basic text xi. Addiction recovery program a guide to addiction recovery and healing. For me, and for many other aa members who have used the worksheets, the 4th step worksheets contained in this book have proved to be a valuable tool to accomplishing this. Welcome to here you will experience much historical and related information on the subject of alcoholics anonymous and alcoholics anonymous history. These 12 steps are outlined in chapter 5, how it works, of the big book.
The program uses a 12step program, including step 4, developed and modified based on the experiences of former members and the writings of the groups founder. If youve been thinking about doing your fifth step of aa and perhaps putting it off, keep in mind that laying it all out there on the table provides a great opportunity to finally let all your stuff go. Originally introduced in the big book of alcoholics anonymous, the fourth step states that we made a searching and fearless moral inventory of. We attend the beginners meetings together, we read the big book together, we take the steps together, and we recover together. 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. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading alcoholics anonymous. Jason wahler is a reality tv star in recovery and undoing the stigma around addiction.
The guide has a very good set of general directions for doing a 4th step. Step over to the nearest barroom and try some controlled. The fact of putting the wrongs in black and white shows us that they are not as big as we had blown them up to be. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Jan 08, 2020 breaking down step five of aa alcoholics anonymous. The aa big book says on eight different occasions that we write out this step. Twelve step workshop herbk 2017 updated 12122016 assignment 8 step two. 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. The worksheets were created by using the precise instructions in the big book to make taking the fourth step as easy and simple as possible.
Dec 18, 2019 alcoholics anonymous is a national organization dedicated to assisting sufferers of alcohol abuse and addiction with overcoming the challenges faced during the rehabilitation process. Do not answer the questions in the rest of the book. To be able to start on this step, the previous three steps must of. This is a thorough yet simple checklist format like bob, bill, clarence and many aa pioneers used. Aa 4th step worksheet best aa 4th step worksheet aa step 1 worksheet learning about the exact value of money is among the key lessons kids of today can learn. Did you participate in sports or creative activities, such as music, art, etc what were the reasons for your participation, or lack of it, in these activities. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered. Ready about the fourth step of alcoholics anonymous, which requires a very careful personal. The return of sherlock holmes full audiobook by sir arthur conan doyle duration. 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. Step 4 inventory worksheets these are inventory worksheets for step 4 by the same author as the step 1 worksheets above. There is no obligation by any member of the original way group to use this guide. Please print 2 sides on one sheet of paper sheet 1 side. Reread and highlight chapter 4 in the big book, in a different color.
B1 alcoholics anonymous fourth edition 2001 of the big book, basic text of a. These are the original and official 4th step guides and work sheetsused in the dallas b. Breaking down step five of aa alcoholics anonymous. The big book bb notations are to page and paragraph, as in 64. I love all of the 12 steps of aa, but step two is the one that gives us hope. Steps by the big book step 12 steps by the big book.
To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. 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. This is a rough draft of pertinent sections out of the big book original manuscript on taking someone through step 2. New stories have been added to the personal histories. These step study guides and worksheets have been used by thousands of aa s, nas, alanons, oa overeaters, cas, gas and other 12 step recovery program members that use the 12 steps as instructed in the book, alcoholics. 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. Step four 4th step guide pages out of the big book awakening 12 step workbook book version august, 2006. Fourth step inventory these fourth step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 6371. Aas 12 steps, including powerful 4th step worksheets. When the word optional is used in the worksheets, it means that the big book suggests doing this but does not suggest writing. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye.
Our workbook companion to alcoholics anonymous 12 steps of recovery from alcoholism and addiction is called steps by the big book. Step four of aas twelvestep program of recovery is infamously the scary one. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Eight step worksheet motivational chart a guidance system 12 and 12 inventory aa book louis affirmation the twelve traditions inventory lovefour more ways to look at love sex and love addiction inventory expanded inventory worksheet jim w. Here is the bba step 4 worksheets filled out as an example. May 28, 2014 this is by far a more objective approach to taking ones inventory than the approach found in both the 12 x 12 and the big book.
Great step book for normies who want to become happy or happier also free if downloaded entitled. The goal is for you to be able to work the program effectively and find a fulfillment of the the 12 step promises in your life. Read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Jul 06, 2005 fourth step inventory introduction to the 4th step inventory workshop what is the purpose of the 12 steps. A searching, fearless moral inventory as it is expressed in chapter 5 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Because this book has become the basic text for our society and has helped such large numbers of alcoholic men and women to recovery, there exists strong sentiment against any radical. Steps by the big book step 4 resentments steps by the big book. Mental barriers and a lack of personal responsibility can cause major challenges at this stage. See more ideas about worksheets, celebrate recovery and addiction recovery. Sobriety tv bernard robeson presents an overview of step 4 and how making a personal moral inventory reflects us as sick people trying to get well. There doesnt appear to be any big book stories that talk about turnarounds when describing their step work. The only exception to the big books instruction is a 5th column, whereby we identify what we can do differently in the future. Breaking down step four of aa alcoholics anonymous jason.
Fourth step inventory introduction to the 4th step. The fourth step of alcoholics anonymous sober nation. One glorious result of completing step 4 is that you take a major step toward freeing. An easy 4th step form that really works in less than ten minutes. You are never too old to improve your health and quality of life. A fourth study guides are distilled right out of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. See origins of aas 4th step moral inventory it is not mentioned in the big book text at any point. You can buy the guide at recovery book shops such as choices. George b was a practicing dentist for 47 years and is now a graduate student in a masters degree program for addiction counseling. This guide exemplifies, as close as possible, one of the strongest original ways of alcoholics anonymous. Big book awakening 4th step workshop resentment examples and worksheets 122006 columns 1 4 to download the most current versions of these worksheets go to.
Printable aa step worksheets aa step 2 printable worksheets, free printable aa 12 step worksheets, printable aa 4th step worksheets, there are many forms of worksheets. Breaking down step two of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Step 4 worksheets 4th step guide fourth step inventory. Officially begun on december 12th, 2000, is now in its eighteenth year and is one of the largest sites of its type in the world a repository, archive, you might say. Box 31, washingtonville, 109920031 ny alcoholics anonymous big book study 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. To help us discover and establish a conscious relationship with a power greater than ourselves. Breaking down step three of aa alcoholics anonymous. Though our decision was a vital and crucial step, it could have little permanent effect unless at once followed by a stren uous effort to face, and to be rid of, the things in our selves which had been blocking us. Steps by the big book step 10 steps by the big book. The written inventory of the fourth step with the exact nature of our wrongs will helpus in. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable.
Framed in the manner that this is framed seems to put one at ease with the fourth step task. With step two we learn that we are not alone, and tha. Aa the original way group at calvary baptist church, 531 haywood rd. I have resentment towards and turnaround worksheet in portrait format step 4.
Step four made a searching and fearless moral inventory. You can also hear our thursday big book study recordings at 641 715. This is 4th step harms inventory is designed for newcomers or anyone who wishes to do a forth step out of the big book. Though our decisionstep 3 was a vital and crucial step, it could have little permanent effect unless at once fast followed by a.
Audio files and html questions for aas 12 steps this page has links to each step. Its the writing it down that helps trigger the release. Step four this guide refers to the included aa the original way 4 th step inventory. Clearly, there is no historical references that we can find to anything called turnarounds from the founders or pioneers of aa. The first step of anything is a beginning, so the first step of the alcoholics anonymous 12 steps is the beginning of your recovery process. Inquiry by scientific, medical, and religious societies will be welcomed. Everything contained in these sheets is directly from the big book alcoholics anonymous, there is no opinion, just fact. The language and format is taken largely from the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. Step four made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Each step page has questions and links to freely downloadable mp3 files concerning the step. This is a 1 page summary of sections out of the aa big book original manuscript on step 2.
Also, we need a reference from which to tell our story. This time highlight and mark the phrases that you can embrace, especially looking at. In the 12 steps of the addiction recovery program, step 4 focuses on truth. Step by step guide for sponsors a companion to aas big book. Nov, 2019 step 4 of alcoholics anonymous involves creating a list of your shortcomings.
At this stage of the inventory proceedings, our spon sors come to the rescue. Steps by the big book step 5 steps by the big book. Alcoholics anonymous big book audioread aloud youtube. When the word optional is used in the worksheets, it means that the big book. Breaking down step one of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Breaking down step five of aa alcoholics anonymous jason.
The fourth step of alcoholics anonymous can be seen as a watershed step in the fact that you have to start taking the steps necessary to work through the character defects and issues that were front and center during your alcohol addiction. We hope it will assist you in completing your personal inventory. Even, now you can find different choices of printable aa step worksheets for several uses. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves reading.
Most considerably you have to love them and you have to have the present associated with teaching. This dvd is a demonstration of how to do a 4th step inventory in aa. Date change the workshop will begin 311 rather than 3 4 as originally posted alano society of minneapolis 2218 2218. It wasnt until we admitted our addiction to ourselves and surrendered to the program of alcoholics anonymous that we were able to stop using or drinking. When the word optional is used in the worksheets, it means that the big book suggests doing this but does not suggest writing anything down.
All you need is a big book and this guide to go through the steps with someone in a way similar to what dr bob, clarence s or bill wilson would have done. Step 4 of alcoholics anonymous involves creating a list of your shortcomings. Stepbystep guide for sponsors a companion to aas big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Fourth step inventory introduction to the 4th step inventory. A searching, fearless moral inventory as it is expressed in chapter 5 of the big book of alcoholics. All page numbers in this fourth step inventory workshop. The same holds true with the admission that we make in the fifth step. These 4th step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 6371. Fourth step inventory general directions by anonymous members of alcoholics anonymous buy paper and pen and start writing. Now lets ponder the need for a list of the more glaring. This is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Dec 27, 2019 alcoholics anonymous step four has prepared you for step five, and by finding the courage to overcome that fear of rejection or the shame of your confession, you experience honesty on a deeper level than in your first step of admission, and you break the pattern of denial that often plagues those suffering with alcoholism. The aa cleveland district office has put together the following fourth step guide and was taken directly from the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Below is a more indepth explanation of the step 4 inventory from the bba, including examples.
May 15, 2016 there were a few steps i needed to take before i was ready to make a searching and fearless moral inventory of myself. While this step can seem overwhelming, there is no time limit. To view this printable aa step worksheet, click the orange button. The fifth step should be written since most of us have many wrongs to uncover. Alcoholics anonymous programs aa promises 12step faq drug abuse programs the first step aa big book. By no means can his book be used to replace aas big book, the 12 and 12 or any other aspect of aa. I am passing this along to some people i know who have struggled with step 4 for many years trying somehow to get it right. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Downloadable group workbook companion to the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous aa, for adults who desire information on alcoholism and addiction recovery.
Aa speaker turn our will and our lives over to the care of god new 20 duration. Aa the original way 12 step guide aa the original way group. The big book helped guide me through this process, and though i repeatedly read and studied the book, this wasnt entirely an intellectual exercise. From the big book of alcoholics anonymous god, i offer myself to theeto build with me and to do with me as thou wilt. Nov 04, 2019 alcoholics anonymous is often referred to as a 12step program, and aa is the basis for many other 12step programs that have been established. Below we have a few worksheets available for you to download and print.
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