AA STEP NINE WORKBOOK: Faith Through Works Fellowship (AA 12 STEP Study Workbooks from Faith Through Works Fellowship)

By Mark Farley

AA Step 9 is the action step that follows Step 8. Step 8 was about creating a list of people you harmed and becoming willing to make amends. Step 9 focuses on making direct amends with those people wherever possible. Step 9 work to be done: Making Direct Amends: This step emphasizes in-person apologies or communication that directly addresses the specific wrongdoing. It's about taking ownership and expressing sincere remorse for your actions. Exceptions to Direct Amends: The step acknowledges situations where direct contact might cause more harm. This could involve past abusive relationships, safety concerns, or individuals who are no longer alive. In such cases, amends can be made through writing letters, talking to a trusted confidant, or taking symbolic actions. What you will gain from working Step 9: Healing Relationships: By offering a sincere apology and taking responsibility, you open the possibility of reconciliation and rebuilding trust. Personal Growth: Step 9 requires courage and vulnerability, which builds your character and strengthens personal development. Release and Forgiveness: Taking this step can help you release negative emotions like guilt and shame, allowing for forgiveness. LET IT GO: The Promise from this step is in finally learning that your ability to give forgiveness is freedom from the chains of fear, shame, and guilt in you that have been holding you hostage. Strengthened Sobriety: Facing past actions and making amends demonstrates your commitment to living a sober and responsible life, which strengthens your resolve in recovery. It's important to remember that Step 9 should be done with guidance from your Sponsor and with the safety of yourself and others in mind.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0D9B8DH79
• ISBN13: 9798332895371
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 28 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 6.0"