GET THERE FASTER
FIRST ABOUT TOOLS
In OA, we have tools that help us as we work the Steps. Remember to use these tools every week to support you on this journey. These tools will help keep you engaged when things get rough. Also, your use of the tools will help others stay engaged.
Meet with (phone, video, or in person) your Step Study guide, partner, or sponsor (recommended to schedule ahead of time)
Attend at least 2 meetings this week. You can find meetings by visiting www.oaunity.org/meetings or https://oa.org/find-a-meeting/?type=0
Make at least 2 phone calls every day
you may have to leave a message – that’s o.k.
Post on the text line at least 2 times this week (To be added to Whatsapp textline, text Becca D at (615) 496-9801 and give your first name, last initial, and phone number. Be sure to download Whatsapp to your phone.)
1) Post something about the step study
2) Post a response to someone else’s post
Be of service this week (Remember that service works when all else fails to keep us abstinent!)
do something for someone else
accept a service commitment for the Step Study
or be of service in some other way
Write or journal at least 2 times this week
STEP STUDY ASSIGNMENTS - SUGGESTED SCHEDULE
Below you will find a suggested schedule for completing this weeks Step Study assignments. Each day USUALLY includes about 30 minutes of reading or writing and 30 minutes of listening to a recording of a recovering members experience, strength, and hope on this Step. Assignments are suggested for 6 days with the 7th day being a day of rest or catching up if you fell behind.
Day One:
Listen to 30 minutes of Treating the Problem by Harlan G. (115) (most podcasts in this study can be found at https://www.avision4you.info/.)
Day Two:
Listen to 30 minutes of Treating the Problem by Harlan G. (115)
Day Three:
Listen to 30 minutes of Treating the Problem by Harlan G. (115)
Day Four:
Finish listening to Treating the Problem by Harlan G. (115)
Day Five:
Listen to 30 minutes of Sanity Returns by Barbara A. (120)
Read the following and write or meditate on these thoughts:
When these (character defects) crop up, we ask God at once to remove them. We discuss them with someone immediately and make amends quickly if we have harmed anyone. Then we resolutely turn our thoughts to someone we can help. Love and tolerance of others is our code. (Big Book, page 84)
In the course of any normal day, we tend to experience the buildup of human emotions. This is a fact for all of us. The 10th step process offers us the opportunity to change our old patterns.
Now, whenever we are fearful, resentful, or uncomfortable in any way, we
pause, write a 10th step, and go through a defined process step by step. We
learn to take our agitation and discomfort to our Higher Power (HP) instead of
turning to food.
We recommend you do as many 10th steps per day as required to keep your side of the street clean. Writing a 10th step is working steps 4-9 on a single item.
First we go through the entire 10th step process with our HP. The main purpose of the 12 steps is to rely on a power greater than ourselves, in other words, to develop God-dependence. After we give our 10th step to GOD, we share it with a fellow OA member or our sponsor.
From the Google Play or Apple Store, download My OA Toolkit (it looks like the icon on the left). You may also use a computer by going to the login page for myspiritualtoolkit.com and changing the *Type: to My OA Toolkit (OAT). You will have to register to use the Toolkit.
Day Six:
Listen to 30 minutes of Sanity Returns by Barbara A. (120)
Instructions For Doing a 10th Step
Yesterday, you downloaded the My OA Toolkit app. Today you will begin using the app. Alternatively, you can complete these instructions on paper beginning with step number 2.
1. Click on Tools. Choose Spot Check Inventory.
2. Click Create New, then complete the four statements that appear.
· “I am resentful at _________________”
· “The Cause” _______________________”
· “Affects My: ___Fear ___Self-Esteem ___Security ___ Personal Relationship ___Sex relations ___Pride”
· “My Part ________________________________________________.”
· Use Revised Character Defect Sheet to determine which phrases
(and character defects) resonate with you. The phrases show how
you are playing God.
3. Ask God to remove your character defects. The seventh step prayer and
the prayers listed on page 2 of the CDS may be helpful.
4. Pause and listen for guidance from your HP. Take your time; this is your
chance to be free from your old ways.
5. After completing directions 1-4 above, contact a fellow member and
discuss your 10th step by sharing your writing.
6. Say the appropriate prayers and spend a moment in meditation. Invite the member to share any insights he/she might have. Your sponsor can certainly be one of the members you contact for a 10th step, but should not be the only person you rely on.
Connection is the antidote to addiction.
7. If an amends is called for, take care of it quickly.
8. Next, resolutely set your mind toward helping another: Call or text a
newcomer, participate in a meeting, or offer your services to someone
who might need help.
From this moment forward, turn to a 10th Step instead of food when you experience the buildup of human emotions. Make outreach calls and ask members to listen to your 10th step as a way of connecting.
LIST OF STEP STUDY ASSIGNMENTS
Listen to Treating the Problem by Harlan G. (115) (most podcasts in this study can be found at https://www.avision4you.info/.)
Listen to Sanity Returns by Barbara A. (120)
Read the following and write or meditate on these thoughts:
When these (character defects) crop up, we ask God at once to remove them. We discuss them with someone immediately and make amends quickly if we have harmed anyone. Then we resolutely turn our thoughts to someone we can help. Love and tolerance of others is our code. (Big Book, page 84)
In the course of any normal day, we tend to experience the buildup of human emotions. This is a fact for all of us. The 10th step process offers us the opportunity to change our old patterns.
Now, whenever we are fearful, resentful, or uncomfortable in any way, we pause, write a 10th step, and go through a defined process step by step. We learn to take our agitation and discomfort to our Higher Power (HP) instead of turning to food.
We recommend you do as many 10th steps per day as required to keep your side of the street clean. Writing a 10th step is working steps 4-9 on a single item.
First we go through the entire 10th step process with our HP. The main purpose of the 12 steps is to rely on a power greater than ourselves, in other words, to develop God-dependence. After we give our 10th step to GOD, we share it with a fellow OA member or our sponsor.
From the Google Play or Apple Store, download My OA Toolkit (it looks like the icon on the left). You may also use a computer by going to the login page for myspiritualtoolkit.com and changing the *Type: to My OA Toolkit (OAT). You will have to register to use the Toolkit.
Instructions For Doing a 10th Step
After downloading the My OA Toolkit app, you will begin using it. Alternatively, you can complete these instructions on paper beginning with step number 2.
1. Click on Tools. Choose Spot Check Inventory.
2. Click Create New, then complete the four statements that appear.
· “I am resentful at _________________”
· “The Cause” _______________________”
· “Affects My: ___Fear ___Self-Esteem ___Security ___ Personal Relationship ___Sex relations ___Pride”
· “My Part ________________________________________________.”
· Use Revised Character Defect Sheet to determine which phrases (and character defects) resonate with you. The phrases show how you are playing God.
3. Ask God to remove your character defects. The seventh step prayer and
the prayers listed on page 2 of the CDS may be helpful.
4. Pause and listen for guidance from your HP. Take your time; this is your
chance to be free from your old ways.
5. After completing directions 1-4 above, contact a fellow member and discuss your 10th step by sharing your writing. 6. Say the appropriate prayers and spend a moment in meditation. Invite the member to share any insights he/she might have. Your sponsor can certainly be one of the members you contact for a 10th step, but should not be the only person you rely on.
Connection is the antidote to addiction.
7. If an amends is called for, take care of it quickly.
8. Next, resolutely set your mind toward helping another: Call or text a newcomer, participate in a meeting, or offer your services to someone who might need help.
From this moment forward, turn to a 10th Step instead of food when you experience the buildup of human emotions. Make outreach calls and ask members to listen to your 10th step as a way of connecting. PRINTABLE CHECKLIST FOR TOOLS AND ASSIGNMENTS (WORD DOC)