12-step work~20 min12-step
Character defects and assets
An honest, balanced inventory: the patterns that cause harm, and the strengths you can grow in their place.
Steps 6 and 7 ask you to become willing to let go of defects of character. Looking at both sides — patterns that cause harm and the assets that can replace them — keeps the inventory honest without turning it into self-punishment.
Step work is best done with a sponsor or mentor. This is a private place to prepare — share it with them when you're ready.
1. Patterns I see in myself
Check any that apply
2. How these show up in my daily life — specific examples
No one else reads this unless you choose to share it. Be honest, not cruel.
3. The one that does the most harm right now
4. My assets — what's right with me
Skills, kindnesses, strengths, things people thank you for…
5. The opposite of my top defect — and how I'll practice it this week
Dishonesty → honesty: tell the truth even about small things.
6. Which of my assets can I lean on more?