If you or someone you know is struggling with food, drugs, alcohol, sex or any other addiction, The 4 STEPS provides a framework to break the addictive cycle and uncover the sources of pain which triggers the addiction.
Discover what keeps you stuck—and prepare for a miraculous breakthrough. What if self-improvement is a booby-trap? And what if there is actually a way to change one’s life—in all areas, all at once—by finding and shifting the one hidden issue that has been creating all of the stuckness all along? Coming out of an abusive childhood and then living with the outcomes of that ongoing pain, Brian D. Ridgway invested over $300,000 and tens of thousands of hours over thirty-plus years on self-help, personal development, and business/money/success courses—as his life got worse and worse. Finding himself in desperate circumstances, suicidal and stuck, he experienced an awakening that took him from homeless to living the dream in Hawaii in less than ninety days. In that awakening, he was given the Level 5 Paradigm. Since that “miracle moment,” he has been able to help people around the world to take their first steps into true freedom—and in this book, he tells his story.
Addiction is a rapidly growing problem among Christians and non-Christians alike. Even socially acceptable behaviors, such as shopping, eating, working, playing, and exercising, can quietly take over. Clinical psychologist David Hawkins breaks the silence with this enlightening exposé of the addictions that control people every day. It's loaded with practical information that will help readers... recognize and talk about addiction in their own life or family understand how people become addicted and what can happen when they do break the addictive cycle of thoughts and behaviors create a healthier lifestyle based on scriptural principles build a community of support Virtually everyone is addicted to something or affected by a loved one who is. Many people who appear to live freely are secretly controlled by their compulsion. Breaking Everyday Addictions provides the tools they need to allow the healing power of Christ to permeate their lives.
We all know someone who needs a digital diet. Technology has overwhelmed our daily lives to the point of constant distraction. Many of us can no longer focus on a single task or face-to-face conversation without wanting to reach out—or retreat—to the virtual world every few minutes. Science and technology reporter and recovering digital addict Daniel Sieberg has devised a foolproof 4-step plan to help you regain control, focus, and true connection in your life. Step 1//Re: Think: Consider how technology has overwhelmed our society and the effect it’s had on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Step 2//Re: Boot: Take stock of your digital intake using Sieberg’s Virtual Weight Index and step back from the device. Step 3//Re: Connect: Focus on restoring the relationships that have been harmed by the technology in your life. Step 4//Re: Vitalize: Learn how to live with technology—the healthy way, by optimizing your time spent e-mailing, texting, on Facebook, and web surfing. This program will enable families to communicate better, employees to be more productive, and friends to stay in touch. Sieberg teaches us how to manage and use the technology in our lives to our advantage, without letting it control us.
A guide to all kinds of addiction from a star who has struggled with heroin, alcohol, sex, fame, food and eBay, that will help addicts and their loved ones make the first steps into recovery “This manual for self-realization comes not from a mountain but from the mud...My qualification is not that I am better than you but I am worse.” —Russell Brand With a rare mix of honesty, humor, and compassion, comedian and movie star Russell Brand mines his own wild story and shares the advice and wisdom he has gained through his fourteen years of recovery. Brand speaks to those suffering along the full spectrum of addiction—from drugs, alcohol, caffeine, and sugar addictions to addictions to work, stress, bad relationships, digital media, and fame. Brand understands that addiction can take many shapes and sizes and how the process of staying clean, sane, and unhooked is a daily activity. He believes that the question is not “Why are you addicted?” but "What pain is your addiction masking? Why are you running—into the wrong job, the wrong life, the wrong person’s arms?" Russell has been in all the twelve-step fellowships going, he’s started his own men’s group, he’s a therapy regular and a practiced yogi—and while he’s worked on this material as part of his comedy and previous bestsellers, he’s never before shared the tools that really took him out of it, that keep him clean and clear. Here he provides not only a recovery plan, but an attempt to make sense of the ailing world.
A leading expert in addiction and mood disorders shares a five-point plan for overcoming anxiety, depression, and addiction. He describes the symptoms, causes, treatment, and relapse prevention strategies, and includes numerous exercises and a one-month step-by-step program.
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES and LOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLER “Brilliant . . . riveting, scary, cogent, and cleverly argued.”—Beth Macy, author of Dopesick, as heard on Fresh Air This book is about pleasure. It’s also about pain. Most important, it’s about how to find the delicate balance between the two, and why now more than ever finding balance is essential. We’re living in a time of unprecedented access to high-reward, high-dopamine stimuli: drugs, food, news, gambling, shopping, gaming, texting, sexting, Facebooking, Instagramming, YouTubing, tweeting . . . The increased numbers, variety, and potency is staggering. The smartphone is the modern-day hypodermic needle, delivering digital dopamine 24/7 for a wired generation. As such we’ve all become vulnerable to compulsive overconsumption. In Dopamine Nation, Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist and author, explores the exciting new scientific discoveries that explain why the relentless pursuit of pleasure leads to pain . . . and what to do about it. Condensing complex neuroscience into easy-to-understand metaphors, Lembke illustrates how finding contentment and connectedness means keeping dopamine in check. The lived experiences of her patients are the gripping fabric of her narrative. Their riveting stories of suffering and redemption give us all hope for managing our consumption and transforming our lives. In essence, Dopamine Nation shows that the secret to finding balance is combining the science of desire with the wisdom of recovery.
Are you tired of feeling trapped by the relentless grip of porn addiction? Do you yearn to rediscover true intimacy, restore your relationships, and reclaim control of your life? Look no further – "Help and Guide Against Severe Porn Addiction" is the key to unlocking a fulfilling and addiction-free existence! Discover the profound impact that porn has on your health, both physically and mentally. Gain insights into the intricate web of addiction, and learn how to identify the signs that you may be ensnared in its grasp. This book goes beyond the surface, diving into the root causes that drive the vicious cycle of porn dependence. Embark on an enlightening journey through the pages of this book: Uncover the Devastating Effects: Delve into the consequences of excessive porn consumption, explore how it alters your sexuality, and confront the harsh reality of potential erectile dysfunction and orgasm issues. Recognize the Warning Signs: Understand the telltale signs that signal your slide into addiction, from an ever-increasing appetite for harder content to a preoccupation with sex dominating your thoughts. Revive Relationships and Rediscover Joy: Learn how porn addiction impacts relationships and discover the path to reigniting intimacy with your partner. Reclaim your happiness and lead a fulfilling life beyond the confines of porn. Your Path to Freedom: Explore scientifically-backed insights into the brain's response to porn, grasp the Coolidge effect and dopamine's role, and realize how you can break the chains of addiction through self-help therapy. Treatment Unveiled: Gain an insider's perspective on porn addiction therapy, and learn about the essential components and steps to recovery. Empower yourself with the knowledge to take the first step towards liberation! Are you ready to seize control of your life? Empower yourself with practical tools and proven techniques to combat porn addiction naturally. Reclaim your freedom, rebuild your connections, and embrace a life of purpose and passion! Break free today - Your future self will thank you! Take the first step towards transformation and order your copy of "Help and Guide Against Severe Porn Addiction" now!
Five Steps to a New You discusses the many causes of behavior that create personal problems in the health of the mind, body, weight, relationships, and finance. This compact read offers tips to repair personal flaws that will create a meaningful and rewarding life. You will learn what you will need in order to improve and also learn the easy and effective step-by-step methods to convert your ideal dream life into reality.