Real Meditation for Real Alcoholics


Book Description

Here is a proposal for a unique, mindful meditation that is unlike anything you have ever encountered before. Not “Contemplative Prayer,” not "Affirmations", “Real Meditation for Real Alcoholics” goes beyond the common techniques of self-management and mind control and introduces readers to a non-religious, mindful technique that is the "missing link” to spiritual liberation. With its logical, practical, yet amazingly simple presentation, “Real Meditation for Real Alcoholics, also serves as companion piece to a set of free audio links accompanying this book. Readers are encouraged to use and freely share with others, the complimentary downloads and streaming links to a lightly "guided" narratives in the author's own voice. Front matter includes unsolicited testimonials of recovered alcoholics all over the world who have experienced dramatic life changing results immediately after beginning this meditation technique as taught and practiced by the author. Through the power of word, experience and personal example, author Danny J. Schwarzhoff introduces a revolutionary, “cradle to grave” delineation of alcoholic obsession, craving and spiritual disease, imparting an understanding of the malady that corroborates the description of the alcoholic proffered through “Alcoholics Anonymous”. In this inaugurate presentation, Schwarzhoff demystifies alcoholism and addiction, using his own experiences to hit readers in their visceral sweet spot. Even non-alcoholics will identify with the author's characterizations of the flawed, human condition presented in clear terms anyone can easily follow. Readers receive a clear illustration of the mysteriously simple dynamics of spiritual disease and spontaneous spiritual awakening along with a heavy emphasis on the daily maintenance of the awakened, conscious state through the TwelveStep style meditation provided. “Real Meditation for Real Alcoholics” convinces readers that, like the author, they too can easily access a very special spiritual skill that is unlike any they have ever seen before. It will enliven their recovery experience while still practicing the Principles they so cherish, thereby resolving any Step Eleven dilemma common to recovered and recovering alcoholics. The search for a powerful, effective daily meditation is over.




Sought Through Prayer and Meditation


Book Description

An inspiring collection of meditations, prayers, and insights designed to facilitate the weekly practice of the 11th step, heightening our conscious contact with God as we understand him. 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 heightening one's spiritual awareness and growth by focusing on the Eleventh Step of Alcoholics Anonymous: "Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out." This special book, designed for weekly study, offers a prayer, a meditation, and related insights from the discussions that emerged during the "Hour of Power." Sought Through Prayer and Meditation brings the insights of the collective consciousness of the Wolfe Street groups to recovering people everywhere. This book reminds us that if we are vigilant in our spiritual pursuit, we may well achieve what is promised: "a glimpse of that ultimate reality which is God's kingdom." (Geno W.)




Daily Reflections


Book Description

This is a book of reflections by A.A. members for A.A. members. It was first published in 1990 to fulfill a long-felt need within the Fellowship for a collection of reflections that moves through the calendar year--one day at a time. Each page contains a reflection on a quotation from A.A. Conference-approved literature, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, As Bill Sees It and other books. These reflections were submitted by members of the A.A. Fellowship who were not professional writers, nor did they speak for A.A. but only for themselves, from their own experiences in sobriety. Thus the book offers sharing, day by day, from a broad cross section of members, which focuses on the Three Legacies of Alcoholics Anonymous: Recovery, Unity and Service. Daily Reflections has proved to be a popular book that aids individuals in their practice of daily meditation and provides inspiration to group discussions even as it presents an introduction for some to A.A. literature as a whole.




Alcoholics Anonymous


Book Description

A 75th anniversary e-book version of the most important and practical self-help book ever written, Alcoholics Anonymous. Here is a special deluxe edition of a book that has changed millions of lives and launched the modern recovery movement: Alcoholics Anonymous. This edition not only reproduces the original 1939 text of Alcoholics Anonymous, but as a special bonus features the complete 1941 Saturday Evening Post article “Alcoholics Anonymous” by journalist Jack Alexander, which, at the time, did as much as the book itself to introduce millions of seekers to AA’s program. Alcoholics Anonymous has touched and transformed myriad lives, and finally appears in a volume that honors its posterity and impact.




Strengthening My Recovery


Book Description

Daily Meditation book written by and for the Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA/ACoA) Fellowship. Contributions reflect experience, strength and hope as part of the contributors' recovery journeys.




Twenty-Four Hours a Day


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Twenty Four Hours a Day Softcover (24 Hours)




Mindfulness for Alcohol Recovery


Book Description

Mindfulness is the biggest breakthrough in the treatment of alcohol problems in the 21st century. It changes lives. I have written this book to make mindful treatment available to anyone in an easy-to-use format, suitable to learn at home. This is a practical guide which includes eight bonus mp3 audios that are free for readers to download. You don't need to have any previous experience of mindfulness. I will walk you through this course, making it easy to understand, effective, and enjoyable. I am a therapist specializing in alcohol issues, and also the writer of two Amazon bestsellers on the subject: "The 10-Day Alcohol Detox Plan" and "Alcohol and You". Those books explained how to stop or reduce drinking, but "Mindfulness for Alcohol Recovery" is different. This book is aimed at people who have already started to address their drinking problem but need help to keep going - a long-term solution. For instance, you might have already read one of my previous books and want to move on to the next level. Or perhaps you have been trying for a while to find a solution to your drinking issues and want a fresh approach. Or maybe you are already in recovery but need some extra help. Whatever your story, this book will provide the support you need, as mindfulness is a broad and inclusive therapy. I have written this book so that it can be used as a stand-alone work. But if you are already in another form of treatment, such as CBT or 12-Step, you will find this book helpful and complimentary. Mindfulness is essentially a form of mental training that will help you see your drinking - and indeed your whole life - with a clarity you haven't previously experienced. Imagine your life has been like bumping around in the dark, then suddenly someone hands you a flashlight that makes your path bright and clear - wouldn't that be helpful? This book is that flashlight. Order "Mindfulness for Alcohol Recovery" today and learn how to make peace with drinking.




Refuge Recovery


Book Description

Bestselling author and renowned Buddhist teacher Noah Levine adapts the Buddha's Four Noble Truths and Eight Fold Path into a proven and systematic approach to recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—an indispensable alternative to the 12-step program. While many desperately need the help of the 12-step recovery program, the traditional AA model's focus on an external higher power can alienate people who don't connect with its religious tenets. Refuge Recovery is a systematic method based on Buddhist principles, which integrates scientific, non-theistic, and psychological insight. Viewing addiction as cravings in the mind and body, Levine shows how a path of meditative awareness can alleviate those desires and ease suffering. Refuge Recovery includes daily meditation practices, written investigations that explore the causes and conditions of our addictions, and advice and inspiration for finding or creating a community to help you heal and awaken. Practical yet compassionate, Levine's successful Refuge Recovery system is designed for anyone interested in a non-theistic approach to recovery and requires no previous experience or knowledge of Buddhism or meditation.




The Sober Journey


Book Description

Sobriety is a difficult challenge for everyone. If you're new to sobriety, or have been sober for years, there are many daily challenges, anxieties and fears that can threaten long term recovery. Prayer and meditation are simple, reliable and time-tested methods that can help you improve your chances of staying sober and living in peace and joy. Based on the principles behind Step 11, The Sober Journey provides simple solutions to finding serenity and success in recovery. Written with many examples from the authors own experience, and offering an easy guide to follow, The Sober Journey is for anyone seeking a healthy and productive life free from the fears and anxieties that plague the minds of most addicts and alcoholics.




Sober Curious


Book Description

Would life be better without alcohol? It’s the nagging question more and more of us are finding harder to ignore, whether we have a “problem” with alcohol or not. After all, we yoga. We green juice. We meditate. We self-care. And yet, come the end of a long work day, the start of a weekend, an awkward social situation, we drink. One glass of wine turns into two turns into a bottle. In the face of how we care for ourselves otherwise, it’s hard to avoid how alcohol really makes us feel… terrible. How different would our lives be if we stopped drinking on autopilot? If we stopped drinking altogether? Really different, it turns out. Really better. Frank, funny, and always judgment free, Sober Curious is a bold guide to choosing to live hangover-free, from Ruby Warrington, one of the leading voices of the new sobriety movement. Drawing on research, expert interviews, and personal narrative, Sober Curious is a radical take down of the myths that keep so many of us drinking. Inspiring, timely, and blame free, Sober Curious is both conversation starter and handbook—essential reading that empowers readers to transform their relationship with alcohol, so we can lead our most fulfilling lives.