16 Steps of Discovery and Empowerment


A holistic, life affirming alternative to the 12 Step model created by Charlotte Kasl, Phd in her book Many Roads, One Journey - Moving Beyond the 12 Steps
 
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Discussion of the below exercises taken from "Yes, You Can!" to be used to study and discuss the 16 Steps. Use the individual forums below to discuss each specific step.
28108June 12th 2008, 2:53 pm
EccentricEclecticStep 1 Exercise
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General Discussion of Exercises

A forum thread for general discussion of the exercises.
15February 16th 2008, 5:48 pm
RTHawkNew Usergroup for exercise discussion
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Step 1 Exercise

We affirm we have the power to take charge of our lives and stop being dependent on substances or other people for our self-esteem and security.
124June 12th 2008, 2:53 pm
EccentricEclecticStep 1 Exercise
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Step 2 Exercise

We come to believe that God/Goddess/Universe/Creator/Spirit/Higher Power awakens the healing wisdom within us when we open ourselves to that power.
720February 29th 2008, 11:07 pm
flemingStep 2 Exercise
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Step 3 Exercise

We make a decision to become our authentic selves and trust in the healing power of the truth.
222April 21st 2008, 9:32 pm
flemingStep 3 Exercise
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Step 4 Exercise

We examine our beliefs, addictions, and dependent behavior in the context of living in a hierarchal, patriarchal culture.
38April 8th 2008, 12:14 pm
RTHawkA Credit Card story
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Step 5 Exercise

We share with another person and the Universe all those things inside of us for which we feel shame and guilt.
11November 22nd 2006, 10:38 am
AdminStep 5 Exercise
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Step 6 Exercise

We affirm and enjoy our intelligence, strengths and creativity, remembering not to hide these qualities from ourselves and others.
11November 22nd 2006, 11:48 am
AdminStep 6 Exercise
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Step 7 Exercise

We become willing to let go of guilt, shame and any behavior that prevents us from loving ourselves and others.
15May 11th 2008, 10:19 pm
flemingStep 7 Exercise
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Step 8 Exercise

We make a list of people we have harmed and people who have harmed us, and take steps to clear out negative energy by making amends and sharing our grievances in a respectful way.
16November 6th 2007, 11:04 pm
HarrietteStep 8 Exercise
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Step 9 Exercise

We express love and gratitude to others and increasingly appreciate the wonder of life and the blessings we do have.
11November 22nd 2006, 11:57 am
AdminStep 9 Exercise
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Step 10 Exercise

We learn to trust our reality and daily affirm that we see what we see, we know what we know and we feel what we feel.
11November 22nd 2006, 12:00 pm
AdminStep 10 Exercise
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Step 11 Exercise

We promptly admit to mistakes and make amends when appropriate, but we do not say we are sorry for things we have not done and we do not cover up, analyze or take responsibility for the shortcomings of others.
11November 22nd 2006, 12:03 pm
AdminStep 11 Exercise
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Step 12 Exercise

We seek out situations,jobs, and people that affirm our intelligence, perceptions, and self-worth and avoid situations or people who are hurtful harmful, or demeaning to us.

16May 29th 2008, 8:10 pm
RTHawkStep 12 Exercise
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Step 13 Exercise

We take steps to heal our physical bodies, organize our lives, reduce stress, and have fun.
34November 5th 2007, 7:45 pm
RTHawkhealing
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Step 14 Exercise

We seek to find our inward calling, and develop the will and wisdom to follow it.

11November 22nd 2006, 12:22 pm
AdminStep 14 Exercise
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Step 15 Exercise

We accept the ups and downs of life as natural events that can be used as lessons for our growth.
11November 22nd 2006, 12:25 pm
AdminStep 15 Exercise
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Step 16 Exercise

We grow in awareness that we are sacred beings, interrelated with all living things, and we contribute to restoring peace and balance on the planet.
11November 22nd 2006, 9:58 am
AdminStep 16 Exercise
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