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AA Big Book study plan for fall: a 12-week, chapter-by-chapter guide for sponsors and sponsees, with page ranges, AA history and tips for study night.

The first meeting with a new sponsee sets the tone for everything that follows. Most sponsors remember theirs: where they sat, what they read, what their sponsor asked. To make that first hour a little easier, we put together a free two-page Sponsor's First Meeting Checklist you can print, fill in and keep in your Big Book. Download the free checklist (PDF) · No sign-up or email needed. What's on the Checklist The checklist follows the order most first meetings take, in six s

A sobriety anniversary, or "sobriety birthday," marks something hard-won. A few honest lines in a card can mean as much as any gift. If you are not sure what to write, this guide offers original messages you can use as they are or make your own, organized by who you are and what milestone they are celebrating. AA Big Book, Highlighted & AAmazingtabbed Laminated, pre-labeled tabs and color-highlighted passages, ready to use. Ships in 2–4 business days. A Few Guidelines Before

Ask ten sponsors what to highlight in the AA Big Book and you will get ten slightly different answers. There is no official highlighting system, and Alcoholics Anonymous does not tell anyone how to mark their book. What sponsors share is a purpose: highlighting should help a person find, remember and use the directions the book gives. This guide offers a practical starting point, organized by section, that you can adapt for yourself or use with a sponsee. AA Big Book, Highlig

The best Christmas gift for someone in AA is one that goes back to the meeting with them. Candles and mugs are nice. A gift that supports their sobriety, their Step work or their friendships in the program gets used every day. This guide covers ideas for newcomers, sponsees, sponsors and long-timers, plus a few gifts that cost nothing at all. AA Big Book, Highlighted & AAmazingtabbed Laminated, pre-labeled tabs and color-highlighted passages, ready to use. Ships in 2–4 busine

Discover Our Collection on Etsy AAmazingtabs is now on Etsy! Shop our collection at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AAmazingtabs. Our Signature Product: AA Big Books Our AA Big Books are pre-tabbed and highlighted. Each book is carefully assembled by our sober family in Laguna Niguel, Southern California. We take pride in our craftsmanship. Every book comes with 144 laminated, pre-labeled tabs and color-highlighted text. You can choose between standard hardcover and large print ed

When I first got my hands on the Big Book, it felt like holding a map to a new world. But, honestly, flipping through those pages to find the right Step or prayer was like trying to find a needle in a haystack. That’s where using AA book tabs changed everything for me. These little helpers made the Big Book not just a book, but a trusted companion I could rely on anytime I needed guidance or comfort. Why Using AA Book Tabs Makes a Difference Navigating the Big Book can be ove

A practical guide to AA recovery resources, from tabbed Big Books to sponsors and meetings, to help you stay grounded on your sobriety journey.

When I first started working the Steps, I remember feeling overwhelmed by the Big Book. It’s a powerful guide, but flipping through pages, trying to find the right passage or prayer at the right time, was like trying to find a needle in a haystack. That’s where big book study tools come in handy. They make the journey smoother, clearer, and more personal. One tool that changed my study game completely is AAmazingtabs. It’s like having a sponsor’s hand guiding you through ever

When I first walked into a meeting, I was carrying a heavy load of shame, fear, and uncertainty. I didn’t know what to expect, but I knew I couldn’t do this alone. That’s when I discovered the power of a sober community. It’s like finding a lighthouse in a storm - a steady, guiding light that helps you navigate the rough seas of early recovery. Today, I want to share why joining sober communities is not just helpful but essential for anyone serious about staying sober. Why Jo

Starting out in Alcoholics Anonymous can feel like stepping into a new world. The path to sobriety is filled with challenges, but also with tools that can make the journey manageable and even joyful. As someone who’s walked this road and sponsored many newcomers, I want to share the essential AA tools that have helped me and countless others stay on track. These tools aren’t just items or concepts - they are lifelines, anchors, and guides that keep us steady when the waves of

Walking into your first AA meeting can feel intimidating. This guide tells you exactly what to expect — what happens, what people say, and what you don't have to do.

A sobriety anniversary is different from a birthday. It is earned in a specific way, through a specific kind of work, and the gift can reflect that. Here are ideas that fit each milestone: practical, program-centered and useful. AA Big Book, Highlighted & AAmazingtabbed Laminated, pre-labeled tabs and color-highlighted passages, ready to use. Ships in 2–4 business days. 30 Days Thirty days is when it starts to feel real. A meaningful 30-day gift is a tabbed and highlighted AA

The Fourth Step is where most people slow down. Not because the work is secret, but because nobody hands you a form and says 'here's exactly what to write.' The Big Book describes it in plain language — but translating it into actual sentences on actual paper takes structure. This is that structure. If you don't have a worksheet yet, you can download our free one-page Step 4 AA worksheet (PDF). No sign-up needed. It covers resentments (pp. 64–67), fears (pp. 67–68) and sex co

There is a moment in sponsorship when you want to give something: a newcomer reaches 30 days, a sponsee finishes their Fourth Step, a sponsor walks you to a year. You want to mark it with something real, something that gets used. Here is what tends to land in the AA community. AA Big Book, Highlighted & AAmazingtabbed Laminated, pre-labeled tabs and color-highlighted passages, ready to use. Ships in 2–4 business days. Gifts for a Newcomer (30 to 90 Days) A newcomer needs tool

A Big Book study group is one of the most powerful recovery tools in AA — and one of the most easily derailed by poor structure. Years of sponsoring and leading Big Book studies have taught us exactly what works. Here's how to set one up and keep it running. Format: What the Study Should Cover A Big Book study group works best when it follows the book itself, in order, from the beginning. Most groups cover 3-5 pages per session. Start with Doctor's Opinion (page xxiii) — most

If you've ever sat down with a sponsor and watched them flip to the exact right page in seconds — that's tabs. The AA Big Book has 575 pages. Without tabs, working the Steps becomes a search-and-page exercise. With tabs, the book opens where you need it. Here's everything you need to know. Why Tabs Make a Difference Tabs aren't cosmetic. They're a functional tool. Every sponsor who's been around long enough has figured out a system — either their own or someone else's. The AA

When I first walked into a meeting, I was scared, unsure, and carrying a heavy load of shame. I didn’t know what to expect, but I knew I needed something different—something real. What I found was a community that didn’t just talk about recovery but lived it every day. That’s the power of a sober community. It’s not just a group of people who don’t drink; it’s a family that holds you up when your legs feel weak, a lighthouse guiding you through the fog of early sobriety. Why

Step 4 stops more people than any other. This is a complete sponsor-tested guide to a thorough 4th Step inventory — resentments, fears, sex conduct, the columns, with printable worksheets and digital coaching to do it right.

The AA Big Book was written in 1939, and modern readers hit obstacles on almost every page. This is a complete sponsor-tested guide to reading it in a way that sticks — with the right physical tools, digital dictionary support, and reading sequence.