I just read through the thread at the top of this page "A Sponsorship Guide for the 12-Step Program..." So much covered therein. The point that resonates LOUDLY with me was stated by Pernell Johnson as he wrote the all-important focus in being a sponsor, "I want to keep their level of frustration down." Frustration is NOT something an active addict has much, if any, experience in knowing how to deal with. But it's an important part of the recovery process, and inherent aspect of learning how to deal with life on its own terms. Very dangerous waters to wade in, frustration is.