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Memoir Synopsis “That evening I wanted to go to a teenage party, and I wanted to drink alcohol, the grownup beverage of choice, the potion glamorized on TV and in movies, the stuff the older cool kids were drinking every weekend. I wanted to be cool. I wanted to fit in. Whatever it took.” She was attractive, popular and determined to grow up in a hurry. How would she have known that at age thirteen, during her first teenage drinking party, her life would play out in such a way that it would rule her life decisions going forward? The handsome boys and pretty girls were guzzling a certain...

Are you struggling to maintain sobriety or considering giving up alcohol altogether? If so, you're not alone. Overcoming alcohol addiction can be challenging, but with the right mindset and tools, it's possible to live a fulfilling and sober life. That's where 30 Days to Sobriety comes in. This mindfulness workbook is designed to help you break free from the grip of alcohol addiction and make positive changes to your life. Over the course of 30 days, you'll explore mindfulness techniques and learn strategies to manage cravings, cope with triggers, and develop healthy habits to support your ...

Are you concerned about your teen's THC use (smoking marijuana, vaping, dabbing, or using edibles)? In The Impact of THC on Our Children: A Parent's Worst Nightmare, twenty-five Parents of Children with Cannabis-Induced Psychosis (POCCIP) share their real-life stories of their children's THC use, addiction, mental illness, psychosis, and sometimes, sadly, suicide. This book is published by Johnny's Ambassadors Youth THC Prevention, a nonprofit in Colorado, with a mission to educate parents, teens, and communities about the dangers of today's potent THC products on adolescent brain ...

( -PLEASE REVIEW THIS BOOK AFTER READING- )...The cure to drug addiction lies within the understanding of how the body and mind are simultaneously influenced by a chemical dependency problem. Only after gaining this knowledge can the addict start the process of reversing the addiction cycle, and begin to address the triggers in the mind which are keeping him addicted to this point.Kick Opioids Now is the only drug treatment program in the world which takes the addict from the heat of addiction, into a 14 day self-detox, while teaching the addict how to quit on their own time, when they ...

Read what the experts are saying about this book: Sheryl Anderson, Director of Vanguard Center for Gambling Recovery at Project Turnabout. Vanguard is the nation’s premier inpatient treatment program for gambling addiction: “Mr. Dahl’s insights into the characteristics of problem gambling are significant and important for our current understanding of this growing epidemic. Psychologists, gambling counselors, and problem gamblers should all read this book.” Devonna Rowlette: Washington State Certified Gambling Counselor II: “I intend to provide this book to all my patients, and I ...

Are you tired of feeling controlled by your nicotine addiction? Do you want to quit smoking but don't know where to start? 30 Days to Quit Smoking offers a unique approach to quitting cigarettes that combines mindfulness, meditation, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques into a comprehensive 30-day program. With this program, readers will learn how to observe their thoughts and cravings without judgment, identify triggers that lead to smoking, and develop strategies for managing stress and anxiety without turning to cigarettes. Each day of the program features a new mindfulness ...

If only you could control the outcome… No parent imagines their tiny infant growing up to have an addiction. Your once precious child now makes frightening choices and takes terrifying risks. You are worried your son or daughter’s use of drugs or alcohol has reached a sufficient level of concern that you are exploring or have already admitted your adult child to treatment. You are hard-wired as a parent to love, provide, protect, nurture, and rescue your young, just like every other mammal. You’ve ranted and punished, cried and pleaded, and it may have felt like nothing seemed to ...

Are you ready to uncover the hidden truths behind the exhilarating world of sports betting? "The Dark Side of Sports Betting" takes you on a thrilling journey beyond the glamour, revealing the untold stories and secrets that lurk beneath the surface! Is this book purely about exposing the negative side, or does it offer any insights for bettors? While it sheds light on the dark aspects, it also provides valuable insights for bettors to navigate the risks intelligently. Learn how to protect yourself from manipulation and make informed decisions in the unpredictable world of sports gambling. ...

( -PLEASE REVIEW THIS BOOK AFTER READING- )...The cure to drug addiction lies within the understanding of how the body and mind are simultaneously influenced by a chemical dependency problem. Only after gaining this knowledge can the addict start the process of reversing the addiction cycle, and begin to address the triggers in the mind which are keeping him addicted to this point.Kick Opioids Now is the only drug treatment program in the world which takes the addict from the heat of addiction, into a 14 day self-detox, while teaching the addict how to quit on their own time, when they ...

Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) and one of the “100 Persons of the Century” according to Time Magazine, described this person as being his “dear partner of our fabulous enterprise” He wrote that he had been served by this friend with “complete loyalty and devotion” He proclaimed that “few have contributed more to our success” than this individual. Who did he say should be remembered with “a tremendous debt of gratitude?” Her first name was Margaret and her story is revealed for the first time in Bobbie B., The Untold Story of A.A.’s “Fantastic ...

Quit Meth es una guía de autoayuda para dejar su adicción a las drogas a cristal meth. Este libro enseñará al usuario a alejarse de su adicción a las drogas para siempre, con técnicas de mente simple y un programa de auto-desintoxicación de 14 días que lleva al usuario diario de cristal a un viaje de comprensión de todo lo que sucede dentro de su cuerpo y mente ... y les enseña a darse cuenta de cómo su cerebro los está engañando con su adicción.Este es el único programa de tratamiento de drogas verdaderamente anónimo. Cualquiera puede usar el programa en casa, sin que nadie...

From the author of Gambling Addiction, the book most recommended by gambling addiction therapists and professionals, this book provides a new step program consistent with current concepts for treating addiction. It will guide you as you create your personal recovery plan and will inspire you to finally find the motivation to successfully overcome this insidious addiction. Overcoming gambling addiction is hard; it will be one of the most difficult challenges you have ever faced. This book does not shy away from the hard work you will need to do. What is does do is give you the knowledge and ...

"You don't have to drink to suffer from alcoholism." Being "dry" or abstinent from alcohol or other mind-altering chemicals is not the same thing as having contented sobriety and emotional well-being. The purpose of this information is to help the person who is in-recovery from alcoholism and addiction but is still miserable and continues to have self-defeating thinking and self-destructive and self-sabotaging behavior.

People abuse alcohol for a variety of reasons. No two people are the same when it comes to drinking. However, we do know of certain common underlying issues that affect most people who struggle to reduce, or stop, drinking. Reducing the amount of alcohol you drink, or quitting entirely, is possible. With the information contained in this book, you will have a better understanding of why many of us have a problematic relationship with alcohol. It will also provide you with a greater chance of improving your life, starting immediately! This is not a hollow promise, but a statement of truth ...

Looking to quit vaping but struggling with cravings and withdrawals? 30 Days to Stop Vaping is a unique mindfulness program designed to help you break free from the cycle of nicotine addiction and start living a healthier, more fulfilling life. Over the course of 30 days, you'll explore a variety of mindfulness exercises and techniques that can help you manage stress, reduce anxiety, and overcome the urge to vape. Each exercise is designed to be practical and easy to incorporate into your daily routine, so you can start experiencing the benefits of mindfulness right away. With 30 unique ...

Through their personal journey of recovery, the authors present indisputable evidence that total healing and release from the disease of addiction can be found through the final declaration of Christ, "It is finished!" Whether you are a suffering addict; an exhausted 12-stepper; a chronic relapser; or a person who loves one, Tetelestai Recovery will open your eyes to the possibility of permanent sobriety without the struggle. This revolutionary concept is bringing radical changes to the recovery community. Within the pages of this book you will learn how to move out of your addiction and ...

The first thing to do before you start your written Fourth Step is to read pages 63-71 in the book Alcoholics Anonymous, affectionately known as the "Big Book" by A.A. members. Also read the chapter on the Fourth Step in the book Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. Your fourth step inventory is not an exercise in beating yourself up. Be thoroughly honest and fair with yourself. The checklists included with this guide are merely suggestions. You must decide for yourself how they fit with your own moral code. Do not be limited by this list - -it's okay to add other items you feel are relevant...

Dear Prolific Smoker, "Quitting smoking is easy, I've done it a THOUSAND TIMES," sounds familiar? And if you're anything like me, you may have actually tried to quit thousands of times, yet the urge keeps coming back. But here's the truth... Addiction is all in your mind! It's nothing physical - you just think it is. It's a mental game that you have to play by yourself and sometimes with your family or peers. But whatever the case is, by now you most likely already know the hazards and health issues smoking causes as well. Yet you perhaps just choose to ignore those issues and you might ...

Dive into the compelling voyage of "Hijacked Minds," a riveting exploration of the psychological and neurological underpinnings of addiction. With a focus that is both broad and deep, this eBook takes you on an intellectual adventure from the micro to the macro, exploring the intricate workings of the human brain as well as the societal impacts of addiction. Commence this journey with a foundational understanding of the intricate world of neurotransmitters – the very chemicals that govern our ability to feel pleasure, reward, and, ultimately, that form the base of the addictive process. ...

It has been over seventy years since Bill W. wrote the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. How is it that they are still relevant to Alcoholics Anonymous’ ability to carry a message of hope to suffering alcoholics across the globe? This study tracks the successes and failures of an evolving fellowship of alcoholics and their non-alcoholic friends from December 1934 to April 1965. It is a historical catalogue through the lens of each Tradition, which offers additional insights to its particular role in the survival of Alcoholics Anonymous. As the reader progresses from one Tradition to the...