Bubovski

I'm geared up for my fifth step sometime next week; just wondering where these events are usually held?

deeker

Hi Murch, I actually did my 5th step at the same spot by a lovely river where I used to get drunk. Cuz I wanted to create a new positive memory there. And I did.

Threshold

Someplace where both are comfortable (physically, it can take a long time), that it absolutely private (not a coffee house!) and where you won't be interrupted.

Mine was in the woods at a camp site.

paul99

I did my first one on the bleachers at a high school football field...ha ha.

I heard a fifth the other day sitting on a park bench, away from the crowds, listening to the birds in the background and watching the sun peek in and out of the clouds.

I suggest somewhere away from prying ears and where there is no sense of being rushed.

sugarbear1

someone's living room

FreebirdII

Great idea! I'm thinking in a park were I took that first drink.

Alraihani

Private study room at the local library. Worked perfectly.

mfanch

Mine was in my living room. My husband's took place on his sponsor's boat.

Veritas1

Once in treatment, twice in a car, once in a home, once over the phone, once in church.

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I just realized I have done 6 (at least)...(many confessions in churches over the years)...

6 5th steps...

and I have just over one month since last drinking.

I'm thinking that the 5th step, didn't remove my alcoholism.

I think the best part about the 4th and 5th step is seeing the truth about myself...

It's too bad though that my ego fights to hold on to outside dependence.

? Is this right...Boleo! Are you out there?

Well, at least we are aiming towards perfection.

Jeni26

I sat with my feet up on a sofa in my sponsors house with my knees tucked under my chin and my hands gripped tightly round them to hide the fact I was shaking...

It was really quiet and peaceful and a night I will remember forever x

Boleo

I agree. Most libraries have small conference rooms or tutor rooms available to card holders for no charge.

Bubovski

Not into 'perfection' just personal betterment in the long haul.........
I see the whole A.A. PROGRAM of value not only re alcohol which exacerbates our worst faults, but also as a great character building program.

Bubovski

The park, yeah, that takes me back over 50 years. Thanks!
Pity winter has just started here in Melbourne.