Step 4 fear inventory form the big book authors indicate that the best way to deal with our fears is to do exactly what we did with resentments. 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. I am not trying to shortcut and if anything want to air on being more thorough so this remains lasting in terms of getting it all out being fearless. The second step ends by saying restore us to sanity. Big book step study step 4 turnarounds soberrecovery. They may be downloaded individually or as one large zipped or combined fourth step. We had to see that every time we played the big shot, we turned people against us. These step study guides and worksheets have been used by thousands of aas, nas, alanons, oa overeaters, cas. Rather they are designed to provide an introduction to this step. Read chapter 6 of the book, came to believe the red book 6. Aa big book with questions for discussion hi everyone. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered. Fourth step inventory these fourth step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 6371.
Jun 19, 2014 step 4 worksheets 4th step guide fourth step inventory big book study worksheets. The step 4 forms and the step 11 form were originally produced by blaine d. How was i resentful if so, do 4 column inventory 2. 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. A fourth study guides are distilled right out of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Why would bill capitalize the word fellowship here and not anywhere else in the big book.
When the time was right for me, it seemed as if the pen in my hand had a direct connection to my mind, and the memories of a lifetime just poured out onto the page. Jan 05, 2020 step eight of aa alcoholics anonymous is the beginning of the process of making amends, forgiving others and possibly being forgiven by them, in addition to forgiving ourselves. Step four made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Though our decisionstep 3 was a vital and crucial step, it could have little permanent effect unless at once fast followed by a. The 10 th step inventory can be done using your 4 th step inventory, a journal, a balance sheet, or it can be done right out of the big book pg 8485. Our origins are the students of the big book group, which has met in woodland hills, california since december of 1985. Aa big book with questions for discussion emotional. Some of the worksheets displayed are first step work, step 1 work, step one, resentment inventory prompt, 2nd step and 3rd work, twelve steps, aas 12 steps including powerful, a twelve step workbook. If men and women didnt exert themselves to be secure in their persons, made no effort to. Aa the original way 12 step guide aa the original way group.
Draw another rectangle where each side is twice as big. It is good to be reminded of these categories as we undertake step 4. We hope we have made clear the distinction between the alcoholic and the nonalcoholic. Alcoholics anonymous big book 4th edition softcover item. At this stage of the inventory proceedings, our sponsors come to the rescue. Step two questions i am grateful for supplement list page 14. Apr, 2018 4th step guide fourth step inventory big book study worksheets from 4th step worksheet, source 4th step guide fourth step inventory big book study worksheets from 4th step worksheet, source.
What we really have is a daily reprieve contingent on the maintenance of our spiritual condition. I am eight months sober primarily by staying connected to sr. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. When ready ask your sponsee, are you now ready to let god. Step 4 hazelden worksheets curious what the consensus is to using hazelden style 4th step worksheets. Little traverse bay bands of odawa indians tribal court week 11 step two part. 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. Step workgroup guide big book format last revised january , 2017 it is easy to let up on the spiritual program of action and rest on our laurels. Here is the step 11 worksheet created for our group. I have never worked the steps for any recovery work. Read about steps two and three from the aa big book, the 12 steps and 12 traditions and the little red book. Relaxation focus meditations prayers step 4 39 assets and liabilities check list 40 notes.
Read chapter 5 of the book, came to believe the red book 5. We are headed for trouble if we do, for alcohol is a subtle foe. This page contains notes and handouts for the 12 step big book workshop on aas 12 steps, as presented by dallas b. Step 4 worksheets 4th step guide fourth step inventory. We have to decide whether or not we believe in a higher power a spirit of the universe a god of our understanding. Everything contained in these sheets is directly from the big book alcoholics anonymous, there is no opinion, just fact. To open pdf files, you will need adobe reader or equivalent software. Give your best example of this specific flaw in your life.
I am currently using the bb suggested 4th step columns. Printable worksheets for doing the 12 steps download and print out these handy worksheets and use them as you go through the 12 steps with your sponsor. If you are using the fourth edition make sure you are on the correct page. These sheets are referenced in our big book study audio sessions, so have them printed out and ready to go. Notes on step four big book version kent state university. I am glad i remained sober and abstinate to be a part of the powerful big book step study. 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. Breaking down step eight of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Starting with the second paragraph on page 568, we find.
The steps are in the big book, the work book for example page 3 step 2 tells you to go in the aa big book pps. This is the step 4 emotional sobriety oa worksheet in a word document and a pdf file. Step work downloads bba formats written testimonies. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we. A twelve step workbook al kohallek goes stepping contents title page preface 3 an eye i witness account 4 useful information 6 introducing step one 9 six essential characteristics 10 step one questions 11 step two questions i am grateful for supplement list page 14 step three questions 15 introduction to step four 16. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of god as we understood him. Worksheets are resentment inventory prompt, step made a searching and fearless moral inventory of, fourth step inventory, fourth step inventory, 4th step work, working step four in narcotics anonymous, 4th step. Then we resolutely turn our thoughts to someone we can help. Directions for taking step 6 are listed on page 76, paragraph 1, lines 17. Alcoholics anonymous step 4 guides us to make a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Step 4 big book step study step 4 turnarounds hi, im looking for replies from those who have done step 4 exactly as it is written in the big book.
Fourth step invento ry these 4th step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 6371. Regardless of how we do it the main thing is to watch for fear, anger, dishonesty and selfishness f. These 4th step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 6371. Over course there are other prayers that work as well, like the jesus prayer, etc. The documents represent the views of a number of overeaters anonymous oa members who use the big book as a set of directions for working the twelve steps.
I worked 4th step inventory before the ones i have worked in the past had check boxes that left me feeling as if something was left undone. Read chapter 7 of the book, came to believe the red book 7. Read step two, pages 2533 of twelve steps and twelve traditions 8. Draw another square where each side is 4 times as big. These fourth step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book pages 6371. Please read that instruction sheet, follow the instructions, and also read all the references in the big book.
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. They comfort the melancholy one by fi rst showing him that his. Aa speakers joe and charlie bills story the big book comes alive duration. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves reading. The answer is in the back of the big book within appendix ii. Make a searching and fearless moral inventory youtube. Known as the big book, it is in its fourth edition and is widely circulated through out the world.
The original source for these worksheets is sadly no longer available. All page numbers in this fourth step inventory workshop, refer to the third edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. I am getting stuck on understanding my turnarounds, especially the selfseeking. Step 5 admitted to god, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. Step 2 came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. Step 4 made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. A guide to the big books design for living, a workbook for steps. The big book holds within it the central thesis and ideas of alcohol anonymous and the 12 step approach.
Most of the rest of the big book is devoted to the question of how to find this power. These 4th step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymous the big book. Step 4 fear inventory form the big book authors indicate that the best way to deal with our fears is to do. The 4th step inventory pages are the best i have seen. Just like step one, the big book on page 47 provides a question associated with taking step two. Big book of alcoholics anonymous large print or hard cover recommended and the. We had to see that when we harbored grudges and planned revenge for such. By making a list of the people we harmed and becoming willing to make amends, we take action toward healing the past with others and learning how to live in the world. Regardless of the method, our fourth step will be successful if we are searching and fearless. This is one of the best summaries on the 4th step that i have ever come across. Aa speakers joe and charlie working the 4th step the. Big book s 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 1 4. A shape in which each side has tripled in size has been enlarged by. These notes and worksheets are not intended to be a guide to working step four.
Clear discussions of each step and probing questions offer us a guide to personal insight and reflection. When the word optional is used in the worksheets, it means that the big book suggests doing this but does not suggest writing. These 4th step worksheets use the wording from alcoholics anonymousthe big book. There is a detailed instruction sheet that goes with the step 4 inventory forms, from the workshop. 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. Aa 4th step worksheet joe and charlie as well as joe. There are many methods of writing inventories, and no one way is right for everyone. You will need to print several resentment inventory blank sheets, 46 fear inventory grids pick a format you like. George b was a practicing dentist for 47 years and is now a graduate student in a masters degree program for addiction counseling. This is a written inventory based on the 4 absolutes. This guide represents the experiences, strengths, and hopes of many addicts who have found recovery in narcotics anonymous.
Section 7 step four 4th step guide pages out of the big book awakening 12 step workbook book version august, 2006. When the word optional is used in the worksheets, it means that the big book suggests doing this but. The big book bunch 12 step workbook we are the big book bunch group of alcoholics anonymous. The fourth step guide is available here for free as a series of files for download and printing. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. To enable you to find a power greater than yourself that will solve your problem. Ready about the fourth step of alcoholics anonymous, which. Chapter 4 we agnostics i n the precedingchapters you have learned something of alcoholism. May 15, 2016 the fourth step, like the whole of recovery, is a process not an event. Jan 29, 2017 joe had been studying the big book since 1962, but since he was an africanamerican man living in little rock, arkansas during that time, he was only allowed to stand in the back of meetings, and. Waabshkimiigwan phase 2 workbook little traverse bay bands.
Once you find your worksheet, click on popout icon or print icon to worksheet to print or. These three workbooks feature information to reinforce important points in the book and include exercises for selfexamination and disclosure. I listed my resentments on paper, but not necessarily in chronological order. Step 3 made a decision to turn our lives over to the care of god as we understood him.
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