Addiction to drugs and alcohol is one of the most serious medical, psychological, and social problems facing Americans today. But, with help, you can recover. When you feel less alone and more empowered with tools that work and a supportive community, you can begin to build a happier, healthier life--the life you've always wanted. This workbook offers forty-two therapeutic exercises that will help you learn about your problem substance use, make healthy choices, practice new skills, and try strategies to prevent relapse. Grounded in mindfulness-based theory and cognitive-behavioral theory, and the wisdom of self-help movements, the book is divided into nine sections: Start on the Path to Recovery, Get Ready, Know Your Triggers, Take Action, Build a Safety Net, Know Your Feelings, Know Your Thoughts, The Mind-Body Connection, and Look Back and Look Ahead. Each exercise includes an objective, a brief discussion, and an illustrative vignette, followed by the activity. You are invited to reflect on your process throughout and offer feedback. Daily worksheets and a relapse prevention checklist are included.
Are you or a loved one struggling with addiction? This empowering guide is here to light the path toward liberation from the chains of substance abuse. Breaking Free from Drugs is a comprehensive and compassionate resource that offers a holistic approach to conquering addiction and building a life filled with purpose, health, and happiness. Uncover the Roots of Addiction: Delve into the intricate workings of addiction, from the chemical changes in the brain to the emotional triggers that fuel the cycle. Gain a deep understanding of the science behind addiction, and learn to distinguish between casual use and the insidious grip of dependency. Identify the Signs: Knowledge is the first step to recovery. Equip yourself with the tools to recognize the telltale signs of addiction in yourself or others. Discover the subtle ways addiction can seep into all aspects of life, and learn how to assess your own risk factors. Navigate the Path to Recovery: Recovery is a journey, not a destination. Explore the stages of change and harness the power of neuroplasticity to rewire your brain for healthier habits. Professional help, coupled with personal commitment, will guide you toward healing and transformation. Build a Strong Foundation: Cultivate the mindset and environment necessary for sustainable recovery. Learn how to set achievable goals, create a supportive community, and infuse your life with positive energy that keeps you on track. Conquer Cravings and Triggers: Cravings are part of the process, but they don't have to control you. Discover effective strategies for managing triggers, coping with stress, and redirecting your focus toward healthier alternatives. Embrace Effective Treatment Approaches: From medical interventions to behavioral therapies, explore a range of evidence-based techniques that provide the tools you need to break free. Holistic approaches, both ancient and modern, will empower you to heal mind, body, and spirit. Bounce Back from Relapse: Relapse doesn't mean failure; it's a stepping stone to success. Understand the warning signs, master resilience, and learn how to turn setbacks into comebacks. Craft a Fulfilling Life: As you rebuild, embrace your passions, mend relationships, and seek personal and professional growth. This chapter shows you how to create a life that's worth staying clean for. Sustain Long-Term Recovery: Learn how to maintain your hard-won freedom by embracing change, seeking support, and staying vigilant against potential relapses. Discover the strength that comes from a network of understanding friends, family, and fellow survivors. Find Inspiration in Real Stories: Draw inspiration from the real stories of individuals who have emerged victorious from their battles with addiction. These narratives underscore the resilience of the human spirit and remind us that recovery is a beacon of hope for everyone. Breaking Free from Drugs is more than just a book – it's a roadmap to transformation, offering the knowledge, strategies, and motivation needed to break the cycle of addiction and reclaim your life. Step into a future defined by empowerment, health, and freedom, and begin your journey today.
Breaking Free: Overcoming the Grip of Drug Addiction" is a transformative journey through the complexities of addiction and recovery. This insightful book, spanning five series, compassionately explores unmasking addiction, understanding neurobiological impacts, and dispelling societal stigmas. Seamlessly blending scientific insights with personal narratives, it humanizes the experience of addiction. By unraveling the intricacies of cognitive function and introducing the concept of neuroplasticity, the narrative offers hope and empowerment. This book is not just a guide; it's a roadmap, equipping readers with knowledge and empathy to break free from the grip of drug addiction
Many Christians are locked in a cycle of addiction, particularly in the areas of alcohol and drug abuse. Many have turned to 12-Step programs for help. But, where is the incredible power of Christ in this process? In a positive, non-condemning way, Anderson provides an alternative model of recovery for substance and alcohol abusers, a model that will also work for individuals struggling with other kinds of addictions. The first half of Freedom from Addictions tells the unbelievable story of Mike and Julia Quarles, and how Mike overcame a debilitating addiction to alcohol. He achieved success by applying the principles that make up the central theme of Dr. Anderson's message: that we are saints according to God's word (Eph 1) and that true freedom comes from realizing o ur identity in Christ.
"Breaking Free: Navigating the Path Away from Drugs, Alcohol & Tobacco" is a comprehensive guide that offers invaluable insights and practical strategies for individuals seeking to overcome addiction to drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. This insightful resource delves into the intricate journey of recovery, from understanding the roots of addiction to developing effective coping mechanisms and creating a fulfilling life of sobriety. The book emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, resilience, and support networks in the recovery process, while also addressing the emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of addiction and withdrawal. Through a combination of evidence-based approaches, personal anecdotes, and expert advice, "Breaking Free" provides readers with the tools to break free from the grip of addiction and embark on a transformative path towards lasting health, happiness, and personal growth.
Most of us are hooked on something, or have bad habits we can't quite kick or control. Being addicted is simply part of the human condition, but it also has deep emotional and psychological roots. Many of us struggle, often in silence, with our issues about alcohol, drugs, over-the-counter painkillers or food. Or it might be we overwork, staring at too many screens, spending too much money, or using sex and love as drugs. Overcoming Addiction looks at the underlying causes of both chemical and emotional addictions, and helps you to identify the real needs you are trying to fulfil underneath. It also helps you identify how you can help yourself break free from destructive habits, build self-esteem and even give up your addictions for good. In time, you can find new ways of relaxing, of being creative, having fun and relating, without your everyday addictions to lean on.
Where do the roots of addictive behavior lie -- in our genes or in our environment, in our chemistry or in our character? In the Craving Brain, Dr. Ronald Ruden asserts that the roots of addiction most defintetly do not lie in our character. Rather, they lie in a complex chain reaction that originates in an ancient survival mechanism in the brain. When this system is inappropriately activated, it drives the body to crave, sometimes with addictive behavior as the end result. In clear, straightforward language, Dr. Ruden outlines his remarkable successful treatment program which he believes can cure this problem. The Craving Brain offers crucial insights into the world of addiction. This revolutionary book will bring hope to millions of people who suffer from a wide range of addictions, from gambling and alcohol to drugs and food.
The drive to be successful is noble and sterling if accompanied by purity of purpose and daily discipline. If not, it becomes soiled and destructive. Lee Savage lost control of his drive to be successful and wrecked his life. The consequences were staggering: scarred memories, emotional pain, a side-tracked career, imprisonment, destruction of family and limited hopes for the future. Finding himself at the bottom, he looked desperately for a way out. Turning Point is a story of breaking free. It is a book about hope. And healing. It shows that in Christ a person becomes a new creation, old things pass away, all things become new and the doors to abundant life open widely. Read about the dramatic deliverance of Lee Savage from drug addiction. Discover how God led him into a ministry of sharing hope through Christ. Learn of the home he operates for recovering addicts; and hear about Turning Point Foundation.
After nine and a half years of recovery, Sara had built a successful life for herself and her daughter. A life they both found rewarding, exciting, and prosperous. Until the day she relapsed into an uncontrollable addiction. An eighteen-month drug run came crashing to an end in the back of a police car, with Sara in shackles and handcuffs. She was sent to the county jail where she had a million-dollar bail and was facing over a dozen serious felony charges. Not knowing if she would be spending the coming years of her life as an inmate in a state prison, Sara was inspired to create this personal memoir. "One evening early on, I heard a voice clearly speaking to me, 'Prepare your heart to receive my gift.' I cannot explain how I recognized the voice of God. I simply knew that I was to embark upon a journey illuminated by revelation and marked by agony and ecstasy. Alone and secluded in the darkness of confinement, I committed to embark upon the path ahead." Sara's real-life account affirms that addiction is deadly, progressive, and incurable. Her experience also proves that there is a solution called recovery. Sara details both in an intensely moving memoir.
Breaking Free: Christian Counseling for Overcoming Drug Addiction is a guide for those struggling with addiction and seeking a faith-based approach to healing. In this book, author and Christian counselor, Grace Z. Thomas, draws on her years of experience in addiction counseling to provide practical advice, inspiring stories, and biblical wisdom to help readers break free from the chains of drug addiction. Through a combination of personal anecdotes and professional insight, Grace takes readers on a journey towards healing and freedom. She addresses common struggles faced by those with addiction, such as shame, guilt, and feelings of hopelessness, and offers practical tools for overcoming these challenges. Breaking Free also delves into the role of faith in the recovery process, providing readers with spiritual guidance and encouragement. Grace emphasizes the importance of prayer, scripture, and a relationship with God in the journey towards freedom. This book is not only for those struggling with addiction but also for their loved ones, pastors, and counselors seeking to understand addiction from a Christian perspective. Breaking Free is a powerful resource that offers hope, healing, and a path towards a new life free from addiction.
