The 12 Steps
What is Step 1 of Alcoholics Anonymous?
We admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable.
Who is the co-founder of AA who wrote parts of the Big Book?
Bill W
Finish this slogan: “One day at a…”
Time.
What word is used in the Big Book to describe a power greater than ourselves?
God (Higher Power)
What is a sponsor?
A person who guides another through the 12 Steps
Which step mentions "spiritual awakening"?
STEP 12
What is the original title of the Big Book?
Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism.
hat does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
What is the goal of spiritual principles in the steps?
To bring about a spiritual awakening
What is a home group?
A regular AA group where someone feels most connected
Which step is the only one that mentions alcohol directly?
STEP 1
How many personal stories were in the original edition of the Big Book?
29
“Let go and let ___.”
God
What is often referred to as the “spiritual foundation” of recovery?
Humility
What tool involves calling someone for support?
Reaching out or making a phone call
What is the difference between "admitting" and "accepting" in the context of Step 1?
Admitting acknowledges the problem, while accepting involves a willingness to take action and fully surrender to the need for change.
What chapter is “We Agnostics” found in?
Chap 4
What slogan encourages taking personal responsibility without blame?
“Keep your side of the street clean”
rue or False: AA requires members to belong to a religion
F
what daily tool can help prevent relapse?
Prayer/meditation or journaling
Step 2 mentions coming to believe in a Power greater than ourselves. How does the Big Book describe this as a process rather than an instant belief?
It describes belief as a gradual development of faith through experience, open-mindedness, and willingness, not instant certainty.
What page is commonly referred to as the "Acceptance Page"?
page 417
What saying reminds us to focus on our recovery, not others?
“You can’t control people, places, or things.”
What spiritual principle is tied to Step 3?
Faith
Name 3 relapse triggers.
Stress, people/places/things, negative emotions, etc.