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:
Read the AA Big Book, pgs 17-22 - Chapter 2, “There is a Solution,”
Listen to 30 min There is a Solution by Kim G. (99 min) (most podcasts in this study can be found at https://www.avision4you.info/.)
2. Day Two:
Read AA Big Book, pgs 23-29 - Chapter 2, “There is a Solution,”
Listen to 30 min There is a Solution by Kim G. (99 min)
3. Day Three:
Read AA 12 & 12: Step Two, pgs 25-33
Finish There is a Solution by Kim G. (99 min)
4. Day Four:
Read the AA Big Book, pgs 30-36 - Chapter 3,“More about Alcoholism,”
Listen to 30 min Chapter 3: More about Alcoholism by Ruth M. (124)
5. Day Five:
Read the AA Big Book, pgs 37-43 - Chapter 3,“More about Alcoholism,”
Listen to 30 min Chapter 3: More about Alcoholism by Ruth M. (124)
6. Day Six:
Listen to 30 min Chapter 3: More about Alcoholism by Ruth M. (124)
Be sure to review your Step Two work with your sponsor, Step working partner, or guide.
LIST OF STEP STUDY ASSIGNMENTS
Read the AA Big Book, pgs 17-29 - Chapter 2, “There is a Solution,”
Listen to There is a Solution by Kim G. (99 min) (most podcasts in this study can be found at https://www.avision4you.info/.)
Read AA 12 & 12: Step Two, pgs 25-33
Read the AA Big Book, pgs 30-43 - Chapter 3,“More about Alcoholism,”
Listen to Chapter 3: More about Alcoholism by Ruth M. (124)