Our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion. All references to the topics will be found in the first 164 pages of the book, alcoholics anonymous. One of the many myths that i was taught about the big book is that its the collective workwords of the original 100 members of aa. There is comfort in knowing you arent alone, that what youre feeling isnt unusual, and that there is a solution. 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. Alcoholics anonymous, from the title of its own book. Should you choose to follow this study guide, you will be presented ideas which this. The essence of step three is turning over your will, getting out of the way, and being restored to reality, honesty, balance and peace of mind. How to read and understand a difficult book or chapter. The big book step study bbss format, based upon an aa meeting format.
We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. The big book has given me that comfort and the push to move forward. May 18, 2018 alcoholics anonymous aa 12step program as described in the the big book, aa s guide for people recovering from alcoholism, has many references to god and religious themes, and step 11 is no different. Experience the big book is a guided, detailed study of the aa big book and 12 steps, by dr. 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. Readings from as bill sees it can inspire sharing on discussion topics. 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. Breaking down step two of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. Its words and interpretations are left up to the reader to use as they choose. Eventually the group chose to keep the question and answer book study format, but to use a modern hybrid 12step book instead of the big book.
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 desire gave birth to the primary purpose group of alcoholics anonymous of dallas, texas, in january, 1988. We are an open meeting and adhere to the 12 traditions as well as aas primary purpose. What we know of course is that the big book was bill wilsons baby its a collection of his opinions and beliefs at 34 years sober. Discussion on the book would often be prefaced by well, im not sure if this part of the book applies to sex addiction so instead we use some hybrid recovery tool. The big book, alcoholics anonymous some groups discuss one chapter from the big book each week. 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. If an alcoholic carefully studies this book, what may he wind up doing. Many books with wisdom can be read endlessly, and you find something new each time. Mental, spiritual and physical disease readings from as bill sees it can inspire sharing on discussion topics. Here he shares insights into step two of aa, alcoholics anonymous 12 steps. Jan 11, 2020 jason wahler is a reality tv star in recovery and undoing the stigma around addiction.
Meeting types and descriptions alcoholics anonymous in. The big book step study bbss format, based upon an aa meeting format originated in hyannis, mass. Bill closes with a blessing sent to each one of us, who have read this book. The big book study our chief responsibility to the.
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. Upon achieving step one the admission of powerlessness and step two agreeing that there is, in fact, a higher power, step three goes beyond words to actions. The wisdom from the big book isnt limited to 10 quotes. The purpose of this study guide is to enable the student to understand the information. Big book step study this type of meeting focuses on specific material from the big book and the. Understanding the 3rd step of alcoholics anonymous. Jan 10, 2020 recovery is a spiritual process and step three is when the doors of hope, faith and trust are opened allowing us to once again take a deep breath and feel the serenity. Smf56 suggested topics for discussion meetings alcoholics. Breaking down step three of aa alcoholics anonymous. Worthwhile results have followed the inauguration of weekly classes devoted to guidance of new members in their quest for a better understanding of the twelve steps as a way of life for recovery from alcoholism. It opens the door to the rest of the steps and allows a person to begin the process of selfreflection step four and admitting the nature of ones wrongdoings step five.
Other groups read from the big book weekly and discuss each chapter as they go along. Read the book alcoholics anonymous from the frontispiece through the end of chapter 11 a vision for you pg 164. The 3rd step of alcoholics anonymous can be one of the most difficult for the alcoholic to grasp. During any such meeting to study the aa big book, you would expect to. Aa big book with questions for discussion emotional. 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. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. The goal of treatment is to help individuals recognize the early stages, in which the chances of success are greatest. Aa big book with questions for discussion hi everyone. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism.
Patience in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. This is the way i was taught the aa program 22 years ago. Big book study meetings are generally closed and are specifically designed to help improve our understanding of the book, alcoholics anonymous. Step 3 is the third of three steps meant to help the alcoholic give up the illusion that he is in control of his drinking. If you are new and unfamiliar with the big book bb many of us change the words alcohol to food, alcoholic to compulsive overeater. First, relapse is a gradual process with distinct stages. The reason is, the bb is the basic textbook for recovery in aa. The two men began to study the book together, and over time, other members of aa began to get wind of what they were doing. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Step study meetings are focused on studying the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous, the core of the program.
I have seen many study books in my time but this one is by far the best. 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. Suggested topics for discusion meetings soberrecovery. In the case of big books, a number of meetings in the area give new members a copy to keep for their own use. A fourth study guides are distilled right out of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Breaking down step three of aa alcoholics anonymous jason. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism is often referred to in alcoholics anonymous meetings aa as the big book. Some groups give it away, others sell it, many keep a lending library of 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. While newcomers may not be in the mood for serious reading, the sooner they can read alcoholics anonymous the better. It is obvious he is reasonably familiar with what is contained in the aa big book. Alcoholics anonymous aa 12step 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. The big book study our chief responsibility to the newcomer is an adequate presentation of the program. In addition to the five suggestions above, many groups report that their beginners meetings include discussions of these topics. My 10 favorite lines from the big book of alcoholics. Recovery is a spiritual process and step three is when the doors of hope, faith and trust are opened allowing us to once again take a deep breath and feel the serenity.
Two study guides for the big book of alcoholics anonymous the first study guide has a summary of each book and then hundreds of follow up questions to answer and add sobriety notes. Our hope is to study the text and get a better understanding of the book that contains aa s steps and way of life. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. At a big book meeting, they readdiscuss and hopefully study the big book. Alcoholics anonymous has no opinion on outside issues. With step two we learn that we are not alone, and tha. Jason wahler is a reality tv star in recovery and undoing the stigma around addiction. These are suggested topics from the big book of alcoholics anonymous, as a guide to selecting a meeting topic for discussion meetings. Some of the most popular books for alcoholics, their friends and families, adult children of alcoholics, teens living with alcoholic parents, partners who have been diagnosed or who consider themselves codependent, as well as christians in recovery. The big book includes an assertion first made in the second edition, which was published in 1955. The big book study our chief responsibility to the newcomer is an adequate presentation of the program home. The reference pages are taken from the 4th edition of the big book 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 alcoholics anonymous.
The text got this name because the first edition of the book had rather thick pages, making the book even thicker than its content would suggest. For the serious student of the aa big book, what follows are some recommendations from the author of this study guide in the approach to take when utilizing this supplemental material. Our hope is to study the text and get a better understanding of the book that contains aas steps and way of life. With the appearance of the new book a great deal began to happen. Once the individual has acknowledged these issues, the issues are less likely to serve as triggers to future alcohol abuse. Someone started taping them, and by 1974, the tapes started to spread. Big book studies are especially valuable for newcomers. Let go and let god is what many people talk about with step 3.