Step Ten Introduction

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Revised Step 10
"We continued to monitor our physical health, psychological state, and social interactions, promptly acknowledging imbalances or inconsistencies with our chosen recovery goals and values."

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? Meaning and Breakdown
Original Step 10:
"Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it."

This updated version expands “inventory” to include physical, mental, and social aspects — making it a full-spectrum self-check practice.

✅ "We continued to monitor our physical health..."
- Wellness is foundational to recovery.
- This includes sleep, diet, movement, rest, and medical needs.

How to do it: Notice if you're pushing too hard or neglecting basic self-care.

✅ "...psychological state..."
- Our emotions and thought patterns shift constantly.
- Staying mentally aware helps prevent impulsive or destructive reactions.

How to do it: Use mindfulness, journaling, or reflection tools. Ask, “Am I reacting or responding?”

✅ "...and social interactions..."
- Are your connections helping or hurting?
- Relationships reflect your growth — or your struggles.

How to do it: Look at your tone, honesty, and behavior in daily communication. Did you show up with integrity?

✅ "...promptly acknowledging imbalances or inconsistencies..."
- The goal is early correction, not self-judgment.
- Spot a misstep? Adjust it.

How to do it: When something feels off, pause. Admit it. Reset.

✅ "...with our chosen recovery goals and values."
- Your recovery is personal. Let your values guide you.

How to do it: Regularly revisit your values. Are your actions aligned?

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?️ How to Practice Step 10 Daily

1. Create a Daily Ritual: Morning or evening check-ins work great.
   
2. Stay Curious, Not Critical: Use observation instead of judgment.
   
3. Adjust Quickly: Address problems early to prevent relapse cycles.
   
4. Use Recovery Tools: Journals, apps, sponsors, therapy, or meetings.
   
5. Reconnect With Your Why: Stay aligned with your deepest values.
   

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? Key Insights

• Step 10 Is Ongoing Maintenance: It keeps recovery real and grounded.
  
• Balance = Stability: Your body, mind, and social life all affect each other.
  
• Awareness is Power: When you notice, you can choose. That’s freedom.
  

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? Final Thought
This step is your daily compass. It keeps you aligned with your purpose, values, and growth. Recovery becomes a way of living — not just something you’re surviving.