Step 9 & the Principle of Discipline Directions Bookmark

Step Nine Recovery Bookmark – Double-Sided Guide for Discipline and Making Amends

This 8.5" x 2.5" double-sided bookmark is a practical tool for those working through Step Nine of the 12-step recovery process. The front side features the guiding words of Step Nine:

“Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.”

Along with this crucial step, the front side provides directions for taking Step Nine, including:

• The Big Book, page 76, paragraph 3, lines 7-9
• Step Nine reading from Chapter 7, “Into Action” (pages 76-84, paragraph 1)
• Step Nine is described in the Big Book, pages 76-84

The back side emphasizes Principle 9: Discipline, offering practical actions to help you stay committed to making amends:

• Re-read the Big Book, pages 76-84
• Study the 9th Step Promises (pages 83-84)
• Read Step 9 in the 12x12
• Stop judging and criticizing yourself and others
• Follow the Big Book’s instructions and your sponsor’s guidance when making direct amends
• Look up definitions for justice, discipline, and peace to gain deeper insights

This bookmark serves as a daily reminder to stay disciplined in your efforts to make amends, guiding you through this vital step of personal accountability and spiritual growth. Keep it close as you work towards justice, peace, and healing.