The Twelve Steps
Admitting we were powerless over alcohol—that our lives had become unmanageable
What is Step 1?
These two men are credited as the co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Who are Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith?
This is the title of the first chapter in the Big Book.
What is Bill's Story?
This slogan reminds members to focus on staying sober just for today, not worrying about tomorrow.
What is “One Day at a Time”?
I am something you can’t see, but I can make you feel free. What am I?
What is Sobriety?
Involves making a list of all persons we had harmed
What is Step Eight?
This is the year Alcoholics Anonymous was officially founded
What is 1935?
This chapter introduces AA’s suggested program of recovery, including the 12 Steps.
What is "How It Works"?
This phrase encourages a slow, steady approach to recovery and avoiding unnecessary stress.
What is “Easy Does It”?
I am a place where you share, and everyone shows they care. What am I?
What is an AA meeting?
We make a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understand Him
What is Step 3?
The very first AA meeting took place in this U.S. city.
What is Akron, Ohio?
The Big Book was written for this primary purpose.
What is “To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered”?
This slogan urges members to be honest and open, reminding them that secrecy can hinder healing.
What is "You’re Only as Sick as Your Secrets"?
I am a book with stories to tell, guiding you to get well. What am I?
What is the Big Book?
Requires us to make direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others
What is Step 9?
This book, often called the “Big Book,” lays out the foundation of AA’s program.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous?
This chapter, Chapter 4, speaks directly to those who struggle with belief in a Higher Power.
What is "We Agnostics"?
This saying helps members avoid overthinking and stick to the basics of recovery.
What is “Keep It Simple”?
I am a phrase that this won’t last forever. What am I?
What is “This too shall pass”?
Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs
What is Step 12?
AA’s early principles were inspired by this spiritual movement.
What is The Oxford Group?
Chapter 8 offers insight and support for loved ones of alcoholics.
What is To Wives?
This slogan encourages surrendering control and trusting in a Higher Power.
What is “Let Go and Let God”?
I am a step that states “Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity”. What am I?
What is Step Two?