The AA step 4 checklist is a tool used in Alcoholics AnonymousThe original 12-step fellowship, formed in 1935, to help alcoholics, regain control over their lives. It remains the largest 12-step organization and has contributed to the sobriety of millions worldwide. Read more about Alcoholics Anonymous More (AA) to help individuals identify and examine their character defectsWhile working the 12-steps, individuals are encouraged to take inventory of their character defects and ask their Higher Power to remove them. These problematic personality aspects are often associated with unhealthy behavior and hurting others. Defects are not usually caused by the addiction but ma… More as part of the fourth step of the 12-step programA 12 step program includes 12 steps of recovery to help those struggling with substance addictions or behavioral addictions. The 12 steps are also used in programs dedicated to helping loved ones of addicts. 12 step programs include 12 step meetings where members go to share their experience strengt… More. It typically includes prompts such as: Honesty Anger Fear Resentment Selfishness Dishonesty Pride Envy Jealousy Impatience The purpose of the step 4 checklist is to help individuals take a deep and introspective look at their negative behaviors and attitudes, and to identify areas where they need to make changes to become a better person. This step is seen as an important step in the journey towards recoveryThe process by which addicts attempt to break the hold a certain substance or behavior has on their lives. This can refer to participation in a wide variety of methods. What they all have in common, is a sense that life is improving and the addict is regaining control. More and a fulfilling life in sobrietyIn 12-step programs, an individual is sober when they are no longer partaking in the behavior or substance to which they are addicted and living a better life following the program. Both are necessary to achieve sobriety. More.