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:
Answer the questions from (pg. 41 in A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step Four)
Review all of your resentments and for each one that has an associated fear, write FEAR next to it.
If you have not already, schedule time with you sponsor, Step working partner or guide, or another trusted person to review your 5th Step. Ideally, you should be able to share your 5th Step at the end of week 11 or in week 12.
2. Day Two:
In the Fear Form (pg 28 in A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step Four), inventory your fears. In the first column, answer the question, “What am I really afraid of, what is my core fear?” Be sure to list all your fears, not just the ones connected to your resentments.
3. Day Three:
Ask yourself, “Why do I have this fear?” Keep it short (19 words or less).
Mark your responses for Columns 3 and Columns 4.
4. Day Four:
For each fear, say the Fear Prayer: "God, please remove this fear and direct my attention to what You would have me be."
Write out what GOD would have you be in column six.
5. Day Five:
Some people find it helpful to also meditate on; “If my Higher Power were to communicate directly to me regarding this issue, what might my Higher Power say.” Pause and listen for any communication that comes to you, and write down whatever comes. (This practice is Two-Way-Prayer)
Prior to making any decisions based on what came to you in the Two Way Prayer, it is advisable to get feedback from your sponsor, Step working partner/guide, and/or spiritual advisors.
6. Day Six:
Finish any 4th Step work that is undone.
Be sure to talk about your work so far on Step 4 with your sponsor, Step working partner, or guide. You will continue to work on your resentments next week.
LIST OF STEP STUDY ASSIGNMENTS
Answer the questions from (pg. 41 in A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step Four)
Review all of your resentments and for each one that has an associated fear, write FEAR next to it.
If you have not already, schedule time with you sponsor, step working partner or guide, or another trusted person to review your 5th Step. Ideally, you should be able to share your 5th Step at the end of week 11 or in week 12.
In the Fear Form (pg 28 in A Study Guide for Overeaters: Step Four), inventory your fears. In the first column, answer the question, “What am I really afraid of, what is my core fear?” Be sure to list all your fears, not just the ones connected to your resentments.
Ask yourself, “Why do I have this fear?” Keep it short (19 words or less).
Mark your responses for Columns 3 and Columns 4.
For each fear, say the Fear Prayer: "God, please remove this fear and direct my attention to what You would have me be."
Write out what GOD would have you be in column six.
Some people find it helpful to also meditate on; “If my Higher Power were to communicate directly to me regarding this issue, what might my Higher Power say.” Pause and listen for any communication that comes to you, and write down whatever comes. (This practice is Two-Way-Prayer).
Prior to making any decisions based on what came to you in the Two Way Prayer, it is advisable to get feedback from your sponsor, Step working partner/guide, and/or spiritual advisors.
Finish up any fears and prayers that are left unfinished.