OA’s Strong Abstinence Checklist

Presented at the Sustaining Long-Term Abstinence Workshop
Novemner 15, 2026

OA’s Strong Abstinence Checklist

  1. Have I been abstinent today?
  2. Did I pray and meditate today?
  3. Am I maintaining or working towards a healthy body weight?
  4. Did I rely on my Higher Power to get or stay abstinent today?
  5. Is what I am currently doing working for me to remain abstinent?
  6. If I am having problems have I asked someone else what they are doing?
  7. Have I made an OA call today?
  8. Did I have an attitude of gratitude today?
  9. Did I plan my food today?
  10. Have I helped someone else today?
  11. Did I have an action plan in place to stay abstinent today?
  12. Do I have a sponsor and am I working the Steps with that person?

Download the list here.