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The 2026 Sponsorship Check-in Log: Daily Footwork for the Reprieve

In 2026, efficient recovery is about getting out of our heads and into the book. We don't just "talk" about our problems; we take the action required for a daily reprieve. This log is a tool for the sponsor and sponsee to use during their daily check-in to ensure the footwork is actually being done.

📅 Daily Sponsorship Check-in Log

"What we really have is a daily reprieve contingent on the maintenance of our spiritual condition." (p. 85)

Section 1: The Spiritual Morning (Sponsee Shares)

  • Morning Prayer/Meditation: Did I ask for direction and strength to be of service today?
  • Big Book Reading: Which page did I read today? (No apps—physical book only).
  • The Pause: Have I practiced the "pause" when agitated or doubtful today?

Section 2: The Step Footwork (The Action)

  • Specific Step Action: Am I currently writing a 4th Step, making 9th Step amends, or practicing Step 10/11?
  • Honesty Check: Is there anything I’m "holding back" from my sponsor today?
  • Meeting Attendance: Did I attend a meeting (virtual or physical) and reach out to a newcomer?

Section 3: The Sponsor’s Reflection (Helping Each Other)

Sponsorship is a two-way street. The sponsor shares their current experience to show they are also doing the work:

  • Experience: "Here is how I handled a similar situation this week..."
  • Strength: "This is the principle I am currently applying to my life..."
  • Hope: "I can see the obsession lifting in your life because of your willingness..."

Why This Efficiency Matters

We don't waste time on opinions. We stay focused on the Experience, Strength, and Hope found in the Twelve Steps. By using this log, the sponsor ensures they are being of maximum service, and the sponsee learns the discipline required for long-term sobriety.

If you are a man or woman doing the work in 2026, bookmark this page. Use it as a script for your daily call. This is how we ensure that the "perpetual quest" for a drink is replaced by a life of purpose and reprieve.

"Nothing will so much insure immunity from drinking as intensive work with other alcoholics."

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Disclaimer: This is my personal recovery blog. The views and opinions expressed here are my own and do not represent those of Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. (A.A.W.S.) or any specific A.A. group.

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