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With so many 12 Step Meetings in every possible locale and time, why on earth would you want to start your own support group? Well for one, most people going to the 12 Step meetings are interested in quitting a life threatening addiction and they enjoy the social comradery they find in the meetings, but not too many are interested in the moral and spiritual progress that occurs from diligent working of the Steps. If you have reviewed Volume One of this 12 Step Recovery Procedures series, you might just want to find some more people with the same interest as you now have; and that would be ...

For decades addiction has been viewed and treated as a social and behavioral illness, afflicting people of "weak" character and "bad" moral fiber. However, recent breakthroughs in genetic technology have enabled doctors, for the first time, to correctly diagnose the disease and prove that addiction is an inherited, neuro-chemical disease originating in brain chemistry, determined by genetics, and triggered by stress. In their groundbreaking The Addiction Solution, David Kipper and Steven Whitney distill these exciting findings.

Un MP3 digital audiolibro que incluye los cinco artículos originales del libro Lo mejor de Bill, narrados en español: Fe, Miedo, Honradez, Humildad y Amor. Los ensayos contenidos en este audiolibro discuten los principios espirituales que han ayudado a millones de personas a recuperarse del alcoholismo y han enriquecido la vida de innumerables personas en todo el mundo.

A story-driven, integrative, and practical book to help families heal from the effects of a loved one’s addiction and move forward into a healthy future.

For many in recovery, traditional views of a Higher Power do not resonate. This dissonance left author Buddy C. feeling hopeless. As a result, Buddy entered a cycle of recovery and relapse for over six years. If you are reading this, you, or someone you love, is probably dealing with a life-controlling addiction, even though they have tried to break free. Buddy wrestled with the same dilemma. Buddy tried the 12-step recovery process but found surrendering to a “power greater than ourselves” undefinable and even unattainable.

“Newman’s prose is a bombardment.” — The Nation “It’s bright lights and dark shadows, and it’s certainly not for the fainthearted.” — Crime author Paul Brazill “WITNESS the flowering of increasingly evil acts.” — Alasdair McLeod, Author and Poet “Newman WRITES with a FLAMETHROWER.” — Crime author Timothy Hallinan “Newman is still capable of throwing flames.” — People, Things, and Literature “Newman is the strange new NORMAL.” — Sliced Magazine Roll up, roll up... Meet The Bearded Lady, The Strongman, Jimmy the Tightrope Walker, and Joey the Clown. ...

Sacred Grief offers an intriguing exploration of the far-reaching ripple effect of our present-day opinions about surviving grief's emotional roller-coaster and the unnecessary suffering our judgments unconsciously promote. You’ll find comfort in discovering that there's another dimension to this universal experience - a dimension that fosters trust, kindness and compassion, peacefully heals, and steadfastly moves you towards your soul's deepest desires and dreams.

An inspirational journey from abuse to freedom, and a loving guide for faith over fear For two decades, Kathryn Wohnoutka pretended she was the perfect wife and mother. But behind closed doors, she was trapped in the fear and isolation of an abusive marriage. To survive, Kathryn locked away her feelings and withdrew from those around her, while her faith in God all but disappeared. What she didn’t know—or dared to hope—was that God hadn’t abandoned her. God was with her every step of the way, even when she didn’t see or feel His presence, and after twenty years of marriage, He ...

What is life like without alcohol? And could you cope? If you feel the need to sort out your issue with alcohol but you are scared or reluctant to quit because you can't imagine life without a drink, then this audiobook is for you. Here's an awakening and thought-provoking book aimed at people contemplating cutting down or even giving up their drinking forever, and a book that might just change your life!

Chuck says, "So, we gotta go to our people and say, Look, I'm not the big shot I would have had you believe. I'm an alcoholic. And I found a way to live that might let me live one day at a time for a lifetime without taking another drink. And one of its conditions is that I make amends. And that's why I'm here. I've done you wrong. And I'm not only here to apologize, but to tell you I will make restitution just as quickly as possible.

The world's great philosophers and spiritual leaders teach us that happiness depends on how we look at life. In Higher, Charles Hanna explores why and how we can create the best possible outlook. By finding our Higher Perspective, Higher Power, and Higher Purpose, he demonstrates how we can challenge our demons and become our best selves. His experience of physical, emotional, and spiritual recovery following an eight-year cocaine addiction will resonate powerfully with all listeners, whether they have experienced addiction or not.

Transitions is a collection of poems about the author’s emotional and physical dependence on alcohol during much of his early adult life. The poems chronicle the author's attempt to achieve sobriety through the principles learned from 12-step recovery. The intent of this audiobook is to share some of the author’s innermost feelings during an actively addicted period through sobriety and recovery - one day at a time. Hopefully, others will be able to relate to some of these poems and find that change is possible.

How would you feel if you could dodge any distraction, even kitten videos, keeping the focus on the most important tasks of the day, giving them the right priority, eliminating commitments and burdens from your to-do list, ending your day with satisfaction and with a free mind? This book is the recipe that will help you with all this, it will give you the tools to put your life back in order! Listen to find out more....

Feeling stuck in recovery is not uncommon. A well-practiced program of recovery will always reveal the next level of healing required for advancement in sobriety. The Twelve Steps practiced progressively can take us further into a recovery that restores us in ways we never knew we needed. Here is a guide for deepening your recovery with the goal of becoming emotionally sober for life. Recovery is a launching pad, not a safe haven. Everything you’ve ever wanted is one step beyond your comfort zone. Let Progressive Recovery be the fuel for your transformation.

With courage and an honesty rarely seen in today’s world, Reverend Ronnie Braggs, Sr. recounts his desperate battle with alcoholism and self-destructive behavior. During his misguided youth, the fact that he avoided prison, a mental institution and the cemetery were miracles which reflected the mercy of God. By sharing his own story, Braggs hopes to encourage other young men to realize when they’ve had enough and surrender their lives to the only one who can help them make a change. This book offers a lifeline for families who struggle with addiction. There is light at the end of the ...

A Spiritual Path to Responsible Use of Digital Gaming. “If you suffer from digital gaming addiction, I strongly encourage you to use this book as your road map to get you back to the real world.” -- Michael Stelzner, Founder of Social Media Examiner.An effective solution to the challenge of Digital Gaming Addiction (aka Video Game Addiction) based on the rich and successful tradition of the Twelve Steps. Addiction to Digital Gaming is a troubling phenomenon that has burst upon society with alarming speed. Many people crave the use of Digital Games in a strikingly similar way to any ...

Bill is casual, upbeat and humorous as he talks about the events that founded the Alcoholics Anonymous Fellowship.

"Tainted Love: Stay or Go? Navigating Tough Relationship Decisions in Addiction" is a compassionate and empowering guide penned by Andrea Seydel, a renowned positive psychology expert who intimately understands the complexities of loving someone battling addiction. As part of the acclaimed "Saving You Is Killing Me: Loving Someone with an Addiction" series, Seydel draws from her personal journey of love and loss, infusing each page with wisdom, empathy, and practical strategies to support readers facing similar challenges. In this poignant book, Seydel skillfully navigates the intricate ...

Possibly the most important writing on recovery from addiction since original publication of the book Alcoholics Anonymous in 1939. This book is the result of over five years of research and personal experience. The objective of the book is to help to improve success rates in twelve-step fellowship. The book explains how and why twelve-step fellowship works as the solution to addiction. There are 52 chapters covering a detailed explanation of spirituality, science and how perennial wisdom applies to twelve-step recovery.

This classic AA Grapevine audiobook contains stories by AA members about how they learn to live with their fellow AAs, their loved ones, and their friends and colleagues through the power of AA's Principles. It includes an article by an atheist about the Third Step, a priest talking about religious zealots and the tales of people of different faiths discussing the AA principle of "God as we understand him." The audiobook focuses on how people in AA seek and find hope, faith, integrity, willingness, compassion and understanding.