Drop the Rock - Removing Character Defects - Steps 6 and 7
Drop the Rock is a practical recovery book
focused on Steps Six and Seven of
Alcoholics Anonymous. Written by Bill P., Todd W., and
Sara S., this softcover book explores how becoming willing
to release character defects can help people move forward
in recovery and experience greater emotional and spiritual
freedom.
The "rocks" in the title represent behaviors and attitudes
that can weigh us down, including resentment, fear,
self-pity, intolerance, and anger. Through personal stories,
practical suggestions, and reflections on Twelve Step
principles, the authors explore how recognizing these
shortcomings is only part of the journey. Learning to
let go of them is another important step toward growth.
Understanding Steps Six and Seven
Drop the Rock takes a closer look at two
important parts of the Twelve Step recovery process:
- Step Six: Becoming entirely ready to have defects of character removed.
- Step Seven: Humbly asking a Higher Power to remove shortcomings.
These Steps encourage willingness, humility,
self-examination, and continuing spiritual growth.
The book offers perspectives on moving beyond familiar
patterns and practicing healthier responses to
everyday challenges.
What You'll Find in Drop the Rock
- Practical discussion of AA Steps Six and Seven.
- Personal recovery stories and experiences.
- Insights into resentment, fear, anger, self-pity, and intolerance.
- Encouragement for developing willingness and humility.
- Ideas for applying recovery principles in daily life.
- Additional stories and a reference section in this Second Edition.
Who Is This Book For?
Drop the Rock is useful for AA members working
Steps Six and Seven, people revisiting those Steps,
sponsors and sponsees, and Twelve Step study groups.
Its accessible approach makes it a helpful companion
to traditional recovery literature.
Although its focus is on AA principles, readers in
other Twelve Step recovery programs may also find
its discussion of character defects and personal
growth meaningful.
Product Details
- Title: Drop the Rock: Removing Character Defects - Steps Six and Seven
- Authors: Bill P., Todd W., and Sara S.
- Publisher: Hazelden Publishing
- Edition: Second Edition
- Format: Softcover
- ISBN-13: 9781592851614
Continue Your Recovery Journey with The Ripple Effect
Ready to take the principles of Steps Six and Seven into
everyday life? Continue with
Drop the Rock - The Ripple Effect
by Fred H., a companion book exploring how Step Ten
supports ongoing work with character defects,
daily inventory, and personal growth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drop the Rock about?
Drop the Rock explores AA Steps Six and Seven, focusing
on recognizing and becoming willing to let go of character
defects that can interfere with emotional and spiritual
growth in recovery.
Which Twelve Steps does Drop the Rock cover?
The book focuses primarily on Step Six, becoming ready
to have character defects removed, and Step Seven,
humbly asking a Higher Power to remove shortcomings.
What does "Drop the Rock" mean?
The rocks symbolize character defects and attitudes
such as resentment, fear, anger, intolerance, and
self-pity that can weigh people down in recovery.
Is Drop the Rock an official AA publication?
No. Drop the Rock is published by Hazelden Publishing.
It is a companion resource for studying Twelve Step
recovery principles, not an Alcoholics Anonymous
World Services publication.
Can Drop the Rock be used with a sponsor or study group?
Yes. Its focus on Steps Six and Seven makes it useful
for sponsor and sponsee discussions, personal reflection,
and Twelve Step study groups.
What is different about the Second Edition?
The Second Edition includes additional personal stories
and a reference section.
