Drop the Rock - The Ripple Effect
Drop the Rock - The Ripple Effect by
Fred H. explores how Step Ten of
Alcoholics Anonymous helps people continue practicing
the principles of Steps Six and Seven
in everyday life. This follow-up to
Drop the Rock: Removing Character Defects
focuses on recognizing old patterns, taking responsibility,
and making willingness and humility part of ongoing recovery.
Letting go of character defects is not always a one-time
experience. Resentment, fear, self-pity, and other familiar
attitudes can return as life presents new challenges.
The Ripple Effect explores how regular personal
inventory and spiritual practice can help readers recognize
these patterns and respond in healthier ways.
Using Step Ten to Practice Steps Six and Seven
The book connects three important parts of Twelve Step
recovery:
- Step Six: Becoming ready to have defects of character removed.
- Step Seven: Humbly asking a Higher Power to remove shortcomings.
- Step Ten: Continuing personal inventory and promptly admitting mistakes.
By combining these principles, Fred H. encourages
readers to keep growing beyond their initial experience
of working the Steps. The goal is not perfection, but
an ongoing willingness to recognize shortcomings,
make corrections, and develop greater emotional
and spiritual balance.
What You'll Discover in The Ripple Effect
- How Step Ten supports the continuing practice of Steps Six and Seven.
- Why character defects may reappear during recovery.
- Ways to recognize resentment, fear, and self-pity before they take hold.
- The importance of daily inventory and personal accountability.
- Recovery experiences and perspectives from people practicing the Twelve Steps.
- How continuing spiritual growth can encourage serenity and gratitude.
A Companion to the Original Drop the Rock
The original Drop the Rock explores becoming
willing to release character defects through
Steps Six and Seven.
The Ripple Effect takes that work further,
examining how Step Ten helps maintain that willingness
as part of everyday recovery.
Readers can use this book independently or alongside
the original Drop the Rock: Removing Character Defects.
Together, the books offer complementary perspectives
on recognizing shortcomings and continuing personal growth.
Who Is This Book For?
- AA members working or revisiting Steps Six, Seven, and Ten.
- People developing a regular personal inventory practice.
- Sponsors and sponsees discussing ongoing character growth.
- Twelve Step study groups exploring daily recovery principles.
- Readers who have completed the original Drop the Rock.
Product Details
- Title: Drop the Rock - The Ripple Effect
- Subtitle: Using Step 10 to Work Steps 6 and 7 Every Day
- Author: Fred H.
- Publisher: Hazelden Publishing
- Format: Softcover
- Pages: 120
- Approximate dimensions: 5 3/8" x 8 3/8" x 1/4"
- ISBN-13: 9781616496005
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drop the Rock - The Ripple Effect about?
The Ripple Effect explores how Step Ten can help
people continue practicing Steps Six and Seven
through daily inventory, willingness, humility,
and personal accountability.
Do I need to read the original Drop the Rock first?
No. The Ripple Effect can be read independently,
although readers may appreciate the additional
context provided by the original Drop the Rock,
which focuses on Steps Six and Seven.
Which Twelve Steps does The Ripple Effect cover?
The book focuses on Step Ten and its relationship
to Steps Six and Seven, particularly the continuing
process of recognizing and releasing character defects.
Who wrote Drop the Rock - The Ripple Effect?
The Ripple Effect was written by Fred H. and
published by Hazelden Publishing.
Can this book be used with a sponsor or study group?
Yes. Its discussion of personal inventory and
ongoing recovery principles can support sponsorship,
individual reflection, and Twelve Step group study.
Is The Ripple Effect official AA literature?
No. It is published by Hazelden Publishing,
not Alcoholics Anonymous World Services.
It is a companion resource for Twelve Step recovery.
