“Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions” by Russell Brand Book Review

"Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions" is a memoir and self-help book by Russell Brand, a comedian, actor, and former drug addict. The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different aspect of recovery from addiction. In the first part of the book, Brand shares his personal story of addiction and recovery. He describes his early experiences with drugs and alcohol, and how they quickly became a central focus of his life. He also shares the moment that he realized he needed to get sober, and the challenges he faced in the early stages of his recovery. Throughout this section of the book, Brand is honest and vulnerable about his struggles, and his writing is both engaging [...]

By |2023-03-17T23:33:38+00:00March 17, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on “Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions” by Russell Brand Book Review

“The 30-Day Sobriety Solution: How to Cut Back or Quit Drinking in the Privacy of Your Own Home” by Jack Canfield and Dave Andrews Book Review

"The 30-Day Sobriety Solution: How to Cut Back or Quit Drinking in the Privacy of Your Own Home" is a self-help book written by Jack Canfield and Dave Andrews. The book aims to provide readers with a step-by-step program to cut back or quit drinking alcohol. The program is designed to be completed in 30 days, and includes a variety of tools and techniques to help readers achieve their goals. The book is divided into six parts, each covering a different aspect of the 30-day program. Part one provides an overview of the program, and includes a pre-assessment quiz to help readers determine the severity of their drinking problem. Part two focuses on creating a vision for the future, and [...]

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“Alcohol Lied to Me: The Intelligent Way to Escape Alcohol Addiction” by Craig Beck Book Review

"Alcohol Lied to Me: The Intelligent Way to Escape Alcohol Addiction" is a self-help book written by Craig Beck. The book aims to provide readers with an understanding of the true nature of alcohol addiction, and offers practical advice on how to overcome it. The author draws on his own experience as a former heavy drinker to offer a unique perspective on addiction and recovery. The book is divided into three parts. The first part, "The Truth About Alcohol," provides an overview of the effects of alcohol on the body and mind, and debunks common myths about drinking. Beck explains how alcohol addiction is a learned behavior, and that it can be unlearned by changing one's beliefs and habits. He [...]

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“Kick the Drink… Easily!” by Jason Vale Book Review

"Kick the Drink...Easily!" is a self-help book by Jason Vale designed to help people quit drinking alcohol. The book offers a unique approach to quitting drinking by focusing on the psychological and emotional aspects of addiction, rather than just the physical withdrawal symptoms. Vale’s book offers practical advice and easy-to-follow steps that help readers to develop a new mindset about alcohol, making it an effective tool for those looking to change their relationship with alcohol. The book is structured in three parts. The first part, “The Truth about Alcohol,” aims to change readers' beliefs about alcohol. Vale argues that alcohol is not an essential part of life, and that it does not provide any real benefits. He debunks common myths [...]

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“The Easy Way To Stop Drinking” By Allen Carr book review

Allen Carr's book, "The Easy Way to Stop Drinking," is a self-help guide designed to help readers overcome alcohol addiction. The book is based on Carr's own experience as a heavy smoker and his success in quitting smoking using a simple, straightforward approach. He applies the same principles to drinking in this book, making it a unique and refreshing take on quitting alcohol. The book is divided into 12 chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of drinking and quitting. Carr starts by debunking common myths about alcohol, such as the idea that alcohol is a "social lubricant" or that it helps people relax. He argues that these beliefs are perpetuated by society and the alcohol industry to keep [...]

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This Naked Mind by Annie Grace Book Review

This is the book that started me on my journey to a no alcohol life. And while it took many other steps - my longest bout of sobriety in 10 years came directly after reading this book. To this day - This Naked Mind is still a go do when I need some help to ensure I stay on the right path. This Naked Mind Review This book makes a lot of claims out of the gate. Spontaneous sobriety. No cravings. No loss. No 12-steps. No therapy. Just put up the book and put down the bottle. Actually - she doesn't even say put down the bottle. In fact, quite the opposite. She says to continue to drink while you [...]

By |2022-08-01T23:05:18+00:00August 1, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on This Naked Mind by Annie Grace Book Review

The Pain and Pleasure Principle

The pain and pleasure principle is a simple one, but one that is important in understanding your habits. Simple put, we are motivated bu both avoiding pain in all its forms, and gaining pleasure. Pretty simple right? But if we did into that a bit more - we can very easily start to see how the pain and pleasure principle within your drinking habits is moving your further down the rabbit hole, and how reversing that way of thinking could be the ticket to long term sobriety. First - a few more concepts to understand about the pain/pleasure principle. The pain/pleasure principle has some role to play in every decision that you make. That extra cup of coffee? The pleasure [...]

By |2021-10-08T03:41:33+00:00October 8, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off on The Pain and Pleasure Principle

Law of Attraction and Recovery

Oprah changed my life. There I was - about to walk into the apartment where I lived with my girlfriend (now my wife) and my old sister. 4 years earlier, we lost the house that I lived in to the Cedar Fire in San Diego (2003). I was desperate to find a place to call home, so my girlfriend and I moved in with my sister. 600 sq, 2 bedrooms. I had to pay rent. For the first time in my life, I had bills. I was going to college, working full time, and still had zero money to take my girlfriend out. Like - not even pizza date nights in. Cents - I had cents in my bank account. [...]

By |2021-04-27T22:50:23+00:00April 27, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Law of Attraction and Recovery

Red Pill or Blue Pill?

Have you seen the movie "The Matrix"? There is an iconic scene where Morpheus tells Neo about the red & blue pill? Here just watch: This your last chance. After this there is no turning back. You take the blue pill, the story ends. You wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to. You take the red pill, you stay in Wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes. Remember, all I'm offering is the truth. Nothing more. This is how you get when you start questioning your sobriety, what alcohol does to you, how it affects your life, and what it takes away from you. Most people, when faced with this choice, choose [...]

By |2021-03-12T04:07:59+00:00March 12, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Red Pill or Blue Pill?

Day 1: Make The Decision To Stop Drinking

Quitting alcohol is probably one of the toughest journeys you will ever be on. But the biggest step you will make is the first one: Day 1 - make the decision to stop drinking. Alcohol is an addictive substances that will kill you slowly. May not be today. May not be tomorrow. But bit by bit, it will start taking things from you - small at first - but little by little it grows. And soon - it starts taking you. There is no way around it. The best thing you can do if you struggle with alcohol is to stop. There is no benefit arising from having a drink. And you hitting this site - shows you have hit [...]

By |2021-03-10T21:02:34+00:00March 4, 2021|Uncategorized|1 Comment
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