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.
1. Day One:
Listen to 30 minutes of podcast: Are you Really, Really Done by Esther C. (most podcasts in this study can be found at https://www.avision4you.info/.)
2. Day Two:
Listen to another 30 minutes of podcast Are you Really, Really Done by Esther C.
Answer Questions from A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step 1, Part 1
3. Day Three:
Finish podcast Are you Really, Really Done by Esther C.
4. Day Four:
Listen to 30 minutes of podcast The Double Whammy by Lawrie C.
READ THE FOLLOWING:
Some of us find that categorizing foods can be helpful. One method identifies
foods as “green-light,” “yellow-light,” and “red-light.” Make a list of your yellow-
and red-light foods (also referred to as alcoholic foods):
1. Green-light foods are those you can eat in moderation.
2. Yellow-light foods are those you sometimes overeat.
o Example 1: Pasta is ok with marinara sauce. Pasta with sauce is not ok.
o Example 2: Bread as part of a sandwich may be ok. Bread w/ butter
isn't.
3. Red-light foods are those you tend to overeat or that lead you to binge.
In abstinence we abstain from the foods and behaviors that trigger an allergic
response which is our craving for more. Our food plan is guided by our abstinence
and considers the amount of food and the timing of our meals. You may want to
work with a dietician/nutritionist, choose an existing plan that you know to be
nutritionally sound, use “A New Plan of Eating” (A pamphlet available from the
Overeaters Anonymous Bookstore), Or begin with 3 meals and 0-3 optional snacks.
Make a list of your green, yellow, and red light foods.
Develop a food plan using the methods described above.
Discuss your food plan and green, yellow, and red light foods with your step working partner, guide, or sponsor.
Begin following your food plan.
5. Day Five:
Continue listening to 30 minutes of podcast The Double Whammy by Lawrie C.
6. Day Six:
Continue with 30 minutes podcast The Double Whammy by Lawrie C. (133 min)
Answer questions from A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step 1, Part 2.
OPTIONAL: Podcast The Problem: The Solution: And Three Plans of Action by Lawrie C (120)
LIST OF STEP STUDY ASSIGNMENTS
Listen to podcast: Are you Really, Really Done by Esther C. (90 minutes)
(most podcasts in this study can be found at https://www.avision4you.info/.)
Answer Questions from A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step 1, Part 1
Watch The Pleasure Trap.
Listen to podcast The Double Whammy by Lawrie C. (133 minutes)
READ THE FOLLOWING:
Some of us find that categorizing foods can be helpful. One method identifies
foods as “green-light,” “yellow-light,” and “red-light.” Make a list of your
yellow- and red-light foods (also referred to as alcoholic foods):
1. Green-light foods are those you can eat in moderation.
2. Yellow-light foods are those you sometimes overeat.
o Example 1: Pasta is ok with marinara sauce. Pasta with sauce is not ok.
o Example 2: Bread as part of a sandwich may be ok. Bread w/ butter
isn't.
3. Red-light foods are those you tend to overeat or that lead you to binge.
In abstinence we abstain from the foods and behaviors that trigger an allergic
response which is our craving for more. Our food plan is guided by our abstinence
and considers the amount of food and the timing of our meals. You may want to
work with a dietician/nutritionist, choose an existing plan that you know to be
nutritionally sound, use “A New Plan of Eating” (A pamphlet available from the
Overeaters Anonymous Bookstore), Or begin with 3 meals and 0-3 optional snacks.
Make a list of your green, yellow, and red light foods.
Develop a food plan using the methods described above.
Discuss your food plan and green, yellow, and red light foods with your step- working partner, guide, or sponsor.
Begin following your food plan.
Answer questions from A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step 1, Part 2.
OPTIONAL: Podcast The Problem: The Solution: And Three Plans of Action by Lawrie C (120)
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