Understanding the Twelve Steps: An Interpretation and Guide for Recovering [平装] 0671765582

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

Drawing on his 20 years of experience as a certified alcoholism and drug-abuse counselor, Terry Gorski presents an indepth interpretation of the principles behind the Twelve Steps of the Alcohol Anonymous program. Gorski offers not only his wise counsel, insights, and support, but the strength and hope of other recovering people. 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

出版社	Fireside
作者	Terence T. Gorski