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When sex and drugs are combined repeatedly and compulsively, there is a high risk of developing what Dr. David Fawcett calls sexualized drug use. This condition is also referred to as paired substance/sex addiction. Unfortunately, the response from the professional community to sexualized drug use has been far from adequate. As Dr. Fawcett writes, “I have had countless clients come to me who have gone through well-known and otherwise exceptional drug addiction treatment programs that never addressed co-occurring behavioral addictions—most notably sex and porn addiction."

This easy-to-follow guide will help you rewire your brain to break free from alcohol, making sobriety feel natural—without the struggle.

Jen Crawley’s first official introduction to alcohol was in the womb. From that very moment, alcohol has played an integral role in her life. Bearing witness to an abusive alcoholic dad, navigating the challenges of young adulthood with developing alcohol addiction, and finally finding the courage to break free from the shackles herself, Jen’s story will undoubtedly grip you.

Frauen trinken anders. Viel und zum Teil harten Alkohol zu konsumieren, ist für Frauen heute selbstverständlich. Sie trinken, um zu feiern, dazuzugehören und cool zu sein. Aber auch funktional, um Sorgen, Überforderung und Ängste zu bewältigen. Dieses Trinkverhalten von Frauen, das in der Nachkriegsgeneration noch undenkbar war, ist weit verbreitet und gesellschaftlich akzeptiert. Doch es hat fatale Folgen.

Despite attending rehab, counseling and fellowships, many addicts remain stuck in the cycle of addiction, because they are not aware of the fundamental cornerstones of recovery. Many of the facts about successful recovery have remained a secret - until now. Beth Burgess has written the book on addiction recovery. Having struggled as a serial relapser, learning from trial and error, and seeing other addicts around her doing the same, Beth set out to write a book which shared the secrets of addiction recovery.

We are not powerless over our addictions, nor are we helpless victims of heredity, a disease, a spiritual malady, or a slew of character defects that require the intervention of a "higher power," and a lifetime of meetings to control. Studies show that 75% of all addicts recover on their own, without pills, patches, rehabs, or self-help groups. How many people do you know who successfully quit smoking “cold turkey,” without artificial aids or programs, and nicotine is one of the most addictive substances on earth.

The aim of Addiction Recovery: 30 Day Challenge is to help you understand and gain control of an addiction.

Scott Strode drank his first beer at 11 years old. By 15, he was using cocaine. By his early 20s, he had spiraled into the bleakest nights of his addiction—alone in a dark alley, too drunk to light a crack pipe. Then came a series of life-changing outdoor adventures—including competing in Ironman triathlons and climbing in the Himalayas—leading to a decade of profound personal growth. By the summer of 2006, Scott had nearly ten years of sobriety and a vision for revolutionizing addiction recovery.

There are things they don't tell you in rehab and aren't covered in a college text book. The Land of AA can be puzzling. Learn how a new member navigates meetings, finds a sponsor, and deals with grumpy old-timers or AA Nazis. It is not always easy to stand steadfast and find your way. Addiction is the enemy, an opponent, albeit a powerful one, but one that can readily be defeated. For almost 85 years, all over the world, people have been smashing and crushing their addictions through power obtained in a 12-step program. A little knowledge can make a huge difference.

This memoir chronicles the escapades of aspiring actor and writer Charlie Gray, his downward spiral into a vodka bottle, and his profound realizations about life, family, friends, booze, trauma, and relapse as a now-recovering alcoholic.

This interpretation of the 12 Steps offers a simple, practical, and highly effective method of working through the steps. I invite you to take this transcendent journey towards contented sobriety. There is no need to become concerned about using God as a higher power. All that is required is an agnostic-friendly sponsor. I offer a whole chapter about healthy sponsorship boundaries in AA. Despite being an agnostic, the twelve steps enabled me to begin having healthier relationships as a recovering alcoholic.

Deciding to help your partner struggling with addiction and alcoholism is a profound and courageous choice that requires both compassion and commitment. It's an acknowledgment of the complexities and challenges ahead, yet a demonstration of your unwavering dedication to their well-being. In making this decision, you become a crucial source of support, offering a lifeline in the often tumultuous sea of addiction.

This audio is designed to support deep, comfortable sleep while helping the mind release drinking habits in a calm and steady way. The guidance is slow, clear, and easy to follow, allowing the body to relax without pressure or struggle. There is no need for willpower or effort. Sleep remains the focus while the subconscious receives gentle, supportive suggestions. As the body settles into rest, patterns linked to drinking are addressed quietly at a deeper level of the mind.

In Sober Strength, discover how living alcohol-free isn’t a limitation—it’s your edge. Whether you’re sober-curious, newly sober, or years into your journey, this powerful guide helps you replace liquid confidence with something far greater: inner power. Through a high-performance lifestyle rooted in meditation, physical fitness, and intentional leadership, you’ll learn how to build social magnetism, real confidence, and unshakable presence—without a single drop.

When author and Episcopal priest Erin Jean Warde quit drinking, she heard from many others in a similar situation seeking support. In Sober Spirituality, she combines personal storytelling with theological reflection to offer encouragement, wisdom, and practical insight for listeners who want to reexamine their relationship with alcohol. Warde explores the way our culture promotes alcohol consumption and shows how we can choose to change our perception of alcohol in our spiritual communities.

Craig Beck ist ein angesehener Familienmensch mit zwei Kindern, einem wunderschönen Zuhause und einer erfolgreichen Medienkarriere; er ist Geschäftsführer in zahlreichen Gesellschaften und leitete in der Vergangenheit zudem eine große Wohlfahrtsorganisation für Kinder. Craig war trotz seiner Angewohnheit, zwei Flaschen Wein jeden Abend zu trinken, ein erfolgreicher und funktionierender Geschäftsmann.

Révolutionnez votre compréhension de l’alcool avec le guide incontournable L’alcool expliqué ! Avez-vous déjà ressenti que votre consommation d’alcool échappait à votre contrôle, même quand vous vous promettiez de ne boire qu’un verre ? Combien de fois vous êtes-vous réveillé avec des regrets, ne vous souvenant que partiellement de la nuit précédente ? Vous êtes-vous déjà demandé pourquoi, malgré tous les effets négatifs, l’alcool garde une place si importante dans votre vie ? Ce livre répondra à vos questions et vous aidera à comprendre comment ça marche, l’alcool, et que faire si la dépendance est déjà développée.

The Broken OPEN Road to Mental Health: It IS My Business is a documentary-style continuation of Sharon Fekete's journey towards healing and self-discovery. During the pandemic pause, Sharon reflected on her life and memoir, The Broken Road to Mental Health In Life and In Business (2019), realizing she had suppressed significant trauma from her young adult years.

Miriam tried for most of her life to hide her mental illness. She hoped that if she pretended it didn't exist, nobody else would notice it either. That didn't happen. Unexplainable rage attacks, persistent intrusive thoughts and a recurring overwhelming despair are difficult to hide. Working as an x-ray technologist through Covid-19 contributed to her declining mental health. In a desperate attempt to numb the pain and cheer herself up she reached for what society endorses as the ultimate relaxant: wine.

From New York Times bestselling author of Symptoms of Withdrawal and Moments of Clarity Christopher Kennedy Lawford comes a book that will save lives. For most of his early life, Christopher Kennedy Lawford battled life-threatening drug and alcohol addictions. Now in recovery for more than 25 years, he works to effect change and raise global awareness of addiction in nonprofit, private, and government circles, serving as the goodwill ambassador for drug dependence treatment and care for the United Nations.