"Fun" Facts
This Akron, Ohio, doctor is credited as one of the two co-founders of AA.
Who is Dr. Bob?
"Keep it ______."
What is Simple?
This Iron Man actor has been public about his long-term sobriety since 2003.
Who is Robert Downey Jr.?
This 4-letter acronym reminds us not to get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired.
What is HALT?
This Step mentions a "Power greater than ourselves" that can restore us to sanity.
What is Step 2?
While often associated with the program, this famous "Prayer" was actually written by theologian Reinhold Niebuhr.
"First things ______."
What is First?
This legendary rapper and "Slim Shady" creator celebrated 15+ years of sobriety in 2023.
Who is Eminem?
This physical activity, even just for 10 minutes, is proven to release endorphins and reduce stress.
What is Exercise (or walking)?
This Step is the only one that mentions the "addiction" or "alcohol" by name.
What is A Star is Born?
The name of the coffee-loving, chain-smoking character often depicted in recovery lore (and a popular AA pamphlet).
Who is Eddie?
"Progress, not ______."
What is Perfection?
This Friends star wrote a raw memoir about his battle with addiction titled Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing.
Who is Matthew Perry?
This practice involves focusing on the present moment and is often paired with deep breathing.
What is Mindfulness (or Meditation)?
This Step asks us to "humbly" ask for the removal of our shortcomings.
What is Step 7?
In the early days, AA meetings were often held in this type of "Oxford" gathering before becoming independent.
What are Oxford Group meetings?
"One ______ at a time."
What is Day?
This Halloween scream queen has called her sobriety her "greatest accomplishment."
Who is Jamie Lee Curtis?
The "rule" of waiting this many minutes for a craving to pass (often 15 or 20).
What is Urge Surfing?
Step 11 focuses on these two spiritual practices to improve our "conscious contact."
What are Prayer and Meditation?
This 1939 book is the namesake of the entire program and is often referred to as the "Big Book."
What is Alcoholics Anonymous?
"It works if you ______.
What is Work it?
This "Rocket Man" singer sought help in 1990 and has since become a major advocate for recovery.
Who is Elton John?
The act of writing down things you are thankful for to shift your mindset.
What is a Gratitude List?
According to Step 10, we continue to do this "promptly" whenever we are wrong.
What is admit it?