Aa alcoholics anonymous acoa adult children of alcoholics alanon families of alcoholics. The big book step study bbss format, based upon an aa meeting format originated in hyannis, mass. The big book is the basic text of the original 12step recovery program now. We wish to make the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous part of our lives by collaborating with a power greater than ourselves an inner knowing, our own. Im in a different fellowship than aa, and im finding this to be a wonderful. 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. Here are the steps we took, which are suggested as a program of recovery. Read the book alcoholics anonymous from the frontispiece through the end of chapter 11 a vision for you pg 164. 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. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa. It originated the twelvestep program now used widely among addictions outside alcohol. The time given for any particular study can be extended or shortened as each team chooses. It was one of the first to suggest that alcoholism was an illness, not a character defect.
The big book step study bbss format, based upon an aa meeting format. It is meant to provide all the resources one needs to study the 12 steps as outlined in the 4th edition of alcoholics anonymous. The big book is alcoholics anonymouss primary text. The big book should be shelved and used only as a historical document. Summaries and main point for each chapter are also included. Chapter 3 more about alcoholism m ost of ushave been unwilling to admit we. There are hundreds of questions to answer for the doctors opinion, bills story, the is a solution, more about alcoholism and the rest. Recorded live during a big book study over 27 weeks during winterspring 201516 by tim b. 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. Having had a spiritual experience as the result of this course of action, we. 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.
Experience the big book is a guided, detailed study of the aa big book and 12 steps, by dr. 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. His is the fourth edition of the book alcoholics anonymous. Is this the christian god, or can we really take this to mean a god of our own understanding. During any such meeting to study the aa big book, you would expect to encounter a wide variety of viewpoints on the. What message do you think they were delivering to potential new people around aa versus the message that is delivered today in aa. In many bbss meetings, only members who have worked the 12 steps according to this structure are permitted to share. Steps by the big book steps by the big book workbook. It relieved me somewhat to learn that in alcoholics. The primary purpose of this site is to carry the message contained within the big book of alcoholics anonymous. A big book compromise opens aa to unbelievers aa beyond belief. The big book, alcoholics anonymous, is probably the most important single factor not only in the recovery of the individual alcoholic who finds sobriety in a. Second, it is likely that someone new to aa who happens upon the big book is likely not to read it from front to back. All you need is a big book and this guide to go through the steps with.
To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous. We asked his protection and care with complete abandon. Those closest to wilson are characterized as having atrociously poor memories and at times even. The first part includes chapter 5, titled how it works, which contains the 12 steps and is usually. My homegroup has a member break down chapter 7 after we finish listening to the big book recordings. The big book bunch 12 step workbook we are the big book bunch group of alcoholics anonymous. It is only partly true and does not discuss eight of the steps. What other book might you compare the big book an d a s tudy guide of the 12 steps of aa to and why. There is no one set way that the founders and pioneers worked the steps. This site has been built and maintained to support anyone in recovery. Aa big book with questions for discussion emotional.
In its chapter, we agnostics, the big book outlines its attitude toward spiritual and religious matters. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa by. Chapter 10 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, 2nd edition. As we continue to study the big book we will learn there is nothing we can do. The big book of alcoholics anonymous verywell mind. All day aa chapter 1 bills story big book part 1 12 steps 164. A fourth study guides are distilled right out of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. Great book bad reader what could have made this a 4 or 5star listening experience for you. The big book and a study guide of the 12 steps of aa book. More meetings in the meeting list have hyperlinks now. 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. Critique of chapter 5 of the big book step 4 aa agnostica. A searching, fearless moral inventory as it is expressed in chapter 5 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous.
This has left historians and aa members divided over some important questions. So i want to thank bballdad for letting me know about this as well as everyone elses suggestions. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. A current 200 page study guide for the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous. We suggest you follow along in your own 4th edition big book and take notes as. The big book serves as the foundation for the alcoholics anonymous 12 step program. 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. Sober member, kevin mooney, 31 years sober, takes the group through chapter 7.
In his book, writing the big book, schaberg wastes no time dropping a bomb on any version of aa history originating from bill wilson or any of his closest associates who were actively involved in the earliest formative stages of what eventually became aa. This fourth edition includes the twelve concepts for world. If we go through the big book in this way, we will be able. To read a pdf version of the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous click here. Aa the original way 12 step guide aa the original way group. Overview preface preface chapter 1 bills story chapter 2 there is a solution chapter 3 more about alcoholism chapter 4 we agnostics chapter 5 how it works chapter 6 into action chapter 7 working with others chapter 8 to wives chapter 9 the family afterward chapter 10 to employers chapter 11 a. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions. Our goal is to study the steps as a friendly, focused group, and work them as the authors of the big book described. Aa pg 12 we found the great reality deep down within us. When the study is completed, each member will have read through chapter seven of the book alcoholics anonymous including the preface and forewords to all editions. We strive to provide information, tools and resources for working a 12 step program or any program using 12 step principles for recovery in as simple and effective. This guide exemplifies, as close as possible, one of the strongest original ways of alcoholics anonymous. Click the link above to download the printable 12 step guide.
What two things has to happen for everyone in that town to have an opportunity to recover, if heshe can or will. Outlining the steps and traditions that make aa famous, as well as numerous stories about recovering addicts who have been through the process, the big book has helped guide millions into a. A cofounder of alcoholics anonymous tells how members recover and how the society functions. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions twelve steps and twelve traditions. Each week, during the beginning of each workshop session. Working with others, chapter 7 in the big book of alcoholics anonymous, addresses step 12, but covers only the second part. Our origins are the students of the big book group, which has met in woodland hills, california since december of 1985. The sunday evening macon ga meeting is an online meeting. Then it weaves how to apply the 12 steps to your life to find freedom from the bo.
Big book study guides for aa kindle edition by wilson, bill, reflections revisions, daily, step productions, twelve. Aa big book workshop, taking the 12 steps as done in the 1940s. It is a comprehensive study guide that summarizes each chapter and breaks down the history of where and how it came about. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. But i will not have the benefit of contact with you who write this book. The first edition appeared in april 1939, and in the following. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading big book study.
Big book study guides for aa kindle edition by wilson. This diagram is a handy reference for where the steps are located in the big book. We believe that the doctors opinion and the first four chapters in the big book prepare us for chapter five. The big book of alcoholics anonymous preface states. This site is optimized for mobile devices as well as desktoplaptop computers. As he finished each chapter, he sent the draft to smith, who shared it with.
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