Penetrating insights into the first four Steps from a well-known A.A. talk. The author, who also wroteThe Little Red Book, describes a three-legged stool, the legs of which represents Steps One, Two,
Sober men need tools that help them discover new perspectives, define their identities, shape their sense of masculinity, and truly launch a life in recovery.Cornerstones provide the foundation for gr
Twelve Steps. Twelve Traditions. And yes, Twelve Principles. The Steps outline the actions that lead to extraordinary healing. The Traditions exist as guides to the functioning of the Fellowship. Embe
The twelve steps tap into the essential human process of change and will be regarded as one of the intellectual and spiritual landmarks in human history. ?Patrick CarnesIt was out of his reverence and
For those who don't believe in God, feel disconnected from the concepts of God presented in organized religion, or are simply struggling to determine their own spiritual path, Marya Hornbacher, author
Through the life-changing intervention staged by Dr. Phil on his show, Gammill not only committed to getting help for her addiction, but she also went on to become a professional interventionist, help
In this beautifully written memoir-cum-recovery handbook New York Times best-selling author Marya Hornbacher applies the wisdom earned from her struggle with a severe mental illness and addiction to
He loves me. He has a really sweet side. I am all he has. If only his boss wouldn't put him under so much stress. At least he doesn't hit me. He won't do it again. I can't do anything right. In this
In this unprecedented book, A.J. Adams uses self-deprecating humor, entertaining anecdotes, and frank descriptions to introduce readers to the complete Alcoholics Anonymous 'undrunk' lifestyle. Begin
Detachment and Enablingcombines two classic, user-friendlytexts designed for loved ones of addicts and alcoholics.After you have done all you can to help a chemically dependent person and
Each year, hundreds of men and women cross the threshold of the Wolfe Street Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. Many of them attend the 'Hour of Power,' a weekly Sunday morning meeting focused on heigh
Here is everyday inspiration for the recovery journey. This second volume of Hazelden's popular 12 Step Prayer Book brings the total number of prayers to 366 between the two volumes--a prayer for eac
As Internet usage has exploded in recent years, so has the prevalence of compulsive online sexual behavior--a problem first addressed five years ago by Patrick Carnes and coauthors of the breakthroug
Solid relationship advice for couples in recovery - delivered with a light touch. Identifying relationship challenges specific to couples in recovery, and offering advice rooted in recovery principle
"Any lawyer or judge struggling with addiction, depression, and other problems-or assisting those who are-must read the wise and instructive book." Judge Carl Horn, author of Fourth Circuit Criminal H
A close and revealing look at the inner workings of people obsessed with their partners to the point of destroying the relationship on which they have come to depend.Some men and women attach themsel
The 20th Anniversary edition of Codependent No More commemorates the ground-breaking message that taking care of one's self is a radical act of healing and transformation.
A first-ever how-to book to help abusive men change their behavior by changing their thinking.Domestic abuse is the leading cause of injury to American women between the ages of 15 and 44. Women's sh
A daily source of affirmation and action for men in recovery from addiction"The Serenity Prayer speaks of the wisdom to know the difference. Having this power to discern between what we must acc
As the only "clean and sober dating" book on the market, Easy Does It Dating Guide offers a frank yet lighthearted view of what "normal" dating looks like. Sometimes humorous, always honest, this gui
Americans, it seems, have a history of self-medicating for pain. The high profile and increasingly widespread cases of prescription pain medication abuse that we're seeing today serve as the latest c
One of the great tragedies of our time is that childhood depression is increasing dramatically. The World Health Organization predicts that by the year 2020, when today's children reach adulthood, dep
In Changing Course, the best-selling sequel to It Will Never Happen to Me, Claudia Black extends a helping hand to individuals working their way through the painful experience of being raised with ad
Addiction among older adults is a hidden and hushed problem. Signs and symptoms of alcohol or medication abuse can easily be mistaken for conditions related to aging. And even when friends or family
Sister Mary Ignatia Gavin epitomized the spirit of love, service, and honesty that today are the hallmarks of Alcoholics Anonymous. As a hospital admissions officer in the 1930s in Akron, Ohio, Sr. I
We recommend Partrick Carne's Out of the Shadows..to every sex addict and codependent we treat.. This (bookprovides) a tremendously powerful experience, helping bothsex addicts and codependents reali
What happens to the "we" of a family when one member opts for the blind and single-minded "me" of addiction? In an instructive, reassuring way, Craig Nakken explains just how families and couples who
A perfect gift for anyone in recovery, this book is full of profound wisdom and humor collected from many different 12-step meetings. Over 400 sayings and 54 illustrations guaranteed to inspire, amus
The fundamental components of staying sober -- not using, going to meetings, reaching out, working the Steps, and serving other -- are only the beginning of the strategies offered. Day-to-day and mom
This is the story of a man whose discovery and vision have changed the lives of millions of people throughout the world. Robert Thomsen's biography takes readers through the events of Bill W.'s life,
Sexual harassment, child abuse, incest, rape, murder, war--it's impossible today to hear a news report and not be informed of violent acts perpetrated by men. Acknowledging that there are no easy ans
With this inspiring book of meditations, every day brings a reminder of "the wholeness and beauty of our nature, of the glad spirit that dances in each one of us." Addressing the needs of lesbian, ga
The first in a series of three recovery guides for the first three years of sobriety, First-Year Sobriety uses the voices of many women and men who are struggling in the often baffling territory of t
An alcoholic is someone whose feet are firmly planted in thin air.You can always tell an alcoholic. But you can't tell him much. "The most important part of enlightenment is to lighten up," accord
Addictive thought is inherently self-deceptive, yet offers a superficial logic that can be misleading to the addict as well as to the addict's family members.Abnormal thinking in addiction was origin
A first-time examination of sexual anorexia, an extreme fear of sexual intimacy and obsessive avoidance of sex, by the acknowledged leader in the treatment of compulsive sexual behavior and recovery.
An estimated 10 million addicts and alcoholics in the U.S. are homosexual or bisexual. In fact, the rate of substance addiction rises from one in ten in the general community to perhaps as many as on
Passing it on is a key concept in the Twelve Step community and many of the traditions and knowledge of the Twelve Step recovery program have been passed down by word-of-mouth from one generation of
For many people involved in Twelve Step recovery, there is always a need for the basics. Walk in Dry Places provides this solid insight and support. Written in the classic style of early meditation b
