
Understanding the Twelve Steps
An Interpretation and Guide for Recovering
Terence T. Gorski(Author)
Touchstone (Publisher)
Published on 31. July 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
208 pages
978-0-671-76558-3 (ISBN)
Description
Millions of people have transformed their lives by working the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. Their success has come from their ability to truly understand these principles and to apply them in their daily lives. Yet for many embarking on the road to recovery, the Steps can seem vague, even confusing.
This practical, no-nonsense guide takes the mystery out of the Twelve Steps, presenting a straightforward explanation of what each step means, as well as examples of how it translates to real life. Written by a certified alcoholism and drug abuse counselor with more than twenty years of experience, it offers a wealth of wisdom, knowledge, and genuine support for anyone in recovery.
Understanding the Twelve Steps features:
-Clear, easy-to-understand interpretation of the Twelve Steps-the vital building blocks of recovery
-Checklists that summarize the tasks and objectives of each step
-The Twelve Promises -- the positive changes you can expect in your life if you follow the Twelve Steps
-What happens at Twelve Step meetings and why it is important to have a sponsor
-The experiences, strength, and hope of other recovering people
This practical, no-nonsense guide takes the mystery out of the Twelve Steps, presenting a straightforward explanation of what each step means, as well as examples of how it translates to real life. Written by a certified alcoholism and drug abuse counselor with more than twenty years of experience, it offers a wealth of wisdom, knowledge, and genuine support for anyone in recovery.
Understanding the Twelve Steps features:
-Clear, easy-to-understand interpretation of the Twelve Steps-the vital building blocks of recovery
-Checklists that summarize the tasks and objectives of each step
-The Twelve Promises -- the positive changes you can expect in your life if you follow the Twelve Steps
-What happens at Twelve Step meetings and why it is important to have a sponsor
-The experiences, strength, and hope of other recovering people
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Edition
Fireside edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Simon & Schuster
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 214 mm
Width: 139 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
186 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-671-76558-3 (9780671765583)
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Person
Terence T. Gorski, MA, N.C.A.C. II, is the president of CENAPS (R) Corporation, a consultation and training firm that specializes in alcoholism, drug dependence, and mental-health services. He lives in Flossmoor, Illinois.
Content
CONTENTS
Introduction
1. What Is a Twelve Step Program?
2. The "Twelve Step Plus" Approach
3. What Happens at Twelve Step Meetings?
4. An Overview of the Twelve Steps
5. Step One: I Can't
6. Step Two: Somebody Else Can
7. Step Three: I'll Let Them Help Me
8. Step Four: Taking Inventory
9. Step Five: Sharing
10. Step Six: The Willingness to Change
11. Step Seven: Asking
12. Step Eight: Identifying Those We Have Harmed
13. Step Nine: Making Amends
14. Step Ten: Daily Review
15. Step Eleven: Growth
16. Step Twelve: Carrying the Message
17. The Promises
18. Getting Ready to Act
The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous
The Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous
Introduction
1. What Is a Twelve Step Program?
2. The "Twelve Step Plus" Approach
3. What Happens at Twelve Step Meetings?
4. An Overview of the Twelve Steps
5. Step One: I Can't
6. Step Two: Somebody Else Can
7. Step Three: I'll Let Them Help Me
8. Step Four: Taking Inventory
9. Step Five: Sharing
10. Step Six: The Willingness to Change
11. Step Seven: Asking
12. Step Eight: Identifying Those We Have Harmed
13. Step Nine: Making Amends
14. Step Ten: Daily Review
15. Step Eleven: Growth
16. Step Twelve: Carrying the Message
17. The Promises
18. Getting Ready to Act
The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous
The Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous