101 Tips for Recovering from Addictions E-Book

Jr. Singer

• Herausgeber: Loving Healing Press
• Kategorie: Ratgeber
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 89

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2017

Beschreibung

101 Tips for Recovering from Addictions can help transform the life of any recovering addict from bleak to bright. These practical suggestions give hope, from seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, to realizing this light holds a promising future to reclaim. Readers will learn:

• How to keep hope and seek help, even in the darkest of days
• How to deal with the major monster of denial
• How to plan to become consistently productive
• How to take care of your brain and body so that you're happier and healthier
• How to routinely remember to never give up
• How to push through and know that recovery can be realized
• And much, much more

"101 Tips for Recovering from Addictions is a great resource, giving a simple, fun and easily digestible format to a treasure trove of accumulated wisdom from the Winners who have overcome addictions to have a happy and healthy life."
--Sarah Graham, addiction expert and member of UK Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD)
"101 Tips For Recovering from Addiction is a must read and a wonderful tool for anyone dealing with addictive behaviors and life's many waves. Rick Singer is writing from the heart and provides us with so many helpful strategies and coping skills! This book is a fantastic one to have in your hands!"
--Erica Spiegelman, Addiction Specialist, speaker and author of Rewired: A Bold New Approach to Addiction and Recovery
"Having worked with people struggling with addictions for many years, I recognized many of the tools I regularly use among Rick Singer's 101 Tips for Recovering from Addictions -- I know they work. Therefore, I can confidently recommend this little book as inspiration, and as a guide."
--Bob Rich, Ph.D. author of several self-help and inspirational books
"101 Tips for Recovering from Addictions is a thoughtful, inspirational, must have for anyone in the addiction field or going through addiction themselves. Singer's own story is passionate, loving and realistic."
--Mari Sweeting, Recovery Coach, Substance Abuse Counselor and DUI Instructor, Sonoma County, California
"101 Tips for Recovering from Addictions provides a safe space, a space to learn tools that will encourage personal strength as you explore within and work to overcome your addiction. With this book and personal dedication you can move towards freedom."
--Robin Marvel, author of Framing a Family: Building a Foundation to Raise Confident Children
Self-Help: Substance Abuse & Addictions - General

Leseprobe

101 Tips for Recovering from Addictions: Practical Suggestions for Creating a New Life

Copyright © 2017 by Richard A. Singer, Jr. All Rights Reserved.

Learn more at www.RickSingerBooks.com

ISBN 978-1-61599-328-4 paperback

ISBN 978-1-61599-329-1 eBook (ePub, Kindle, PDF)

LCCN: pending

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Singer, Richard A., author.

Title: 101 tips for recovering from addictions : practical suggestions for creating a new life / by Richard A. Singer, Jr. ; foreword by Michael Donahue.

Other titles: One hundred one tips for recovering from addictions

Description: 1st Edition. | Ann Arbor : Loving Healing Press, [2017] | Includes bibliographical references and index.

Identifiers: LCCN 2017000159 (print) | LCCN 2017021124 (ebook) | ISBN 9781615993291 (ePub, PDF, Kindle) | ISBN 9781615993284 (pbk. : alk. paper)

Subjects: LCSH: Substance abuse--Treatment. | Drug addiction--Treatment. | Alcoholism--Treatment.

Classification: LCC HV4998 (ebook) | LCC HV4998 .S5625 2017 (print) | DDC 613.8--dc23

LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2017000159

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Contents

Dedication

Author’s Note

Acknowledgements

Foreword

Unconditional Surrender

Making a Decision

Recovery

Introduction

Who am I?

How to Use This Book

Tip #1 Have Hope No Matter What

Tip #2 Find a Support Group Specifically for You

Tip #3 Begin to Trust

Tip #4 Take It Easy

Tip #5 No Cravings?

Tip #6 Cravings Come and Go

Tip #7 Is It Worth It?

Tip #8 Ask for Help

Tip #9 Do Some Research

Tip #10 Goodbye Letter

Tip #11 Welcome Letter

Tip #12 Relapse is not a Requirement

Tip #13 Unbreakable

Tip #14 DENIAL

Tip #15 Surrender to Win

Tip #16 Daily Plan

Tip #17 Daily Inventory

Tip #18 You are NOT Your Mind

Tip #19 Our Wonderful Forgetter

Tip #20 You are Not a Victim

Tip #21 Crossing the Line

Tip #22 The Placebo Effect

Tip #23 Allow People to Help You

Tip #24 Express Yourself

Tip #25 Recovery is for People Who Want It Bad

Tip #26 Narcissism-Beware!

Tip #27 Put Yourself Out There

Tip #28 Diverse Brain Chemistry

Tip #29 PAWS – Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome

Tip #30 Impatience is Not a Virtue

Tip #31 Start Your Day Over at Any Time or Sit in Your Shit?

Tip #32 Embrace the Mystery

Tip #33 Feel Your Feelings and Move Forward

Tip #34 Do the Next Right Thing

Tip #35 Perception is Everything

Tip #36 Journaling from the Soul

Tip #37 Rationalizing is Our Game

Tip #38 Always Help Others, No Matter What

Tip #39 Sleep is Vital

Tip #40 Repair the Past

Tip #41 Therapy is Terrific

Tip #42 You Must Have Fun

Tip #43 Everything Must Change A Little at a Time

Tip #44 Sex Can Be Dangerous

Tip #45 Give Yourself a Break, Please!

Tip #46 Meditation is Helpful

Tip #47 Prayer or Communication with the Universe

Tip #48 Do the Opposite

Tip #49 Just 24 Hours

Tip #50 Exercise is Good for the Brain

Tip #51 Co-Occurring Disorders

Tip #52 What’s Your Purpose?

Tip #53 Put One Foot Forward

Tip #54 Acceptance is the Answer

Tip #55 Suffering-Use It!

Tip #56 HOW-Honesty, Open-mindedness, and Willingness

Tip #57 Daily Reflections

Tip #58 Laugh at Yourself

Tip #59 Your Positive Attributes

Tip #60 Relapse Contract

Tip #61 New Day, New Life

Tip #62 Spontaneity

Tip #63 Grieving

Tip #64 Stop Believing the Lies

Tip #65 Humility is Vital

Tip #66 Obstacles as Opportunities

Tip #67 HALT-Are You Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired?

Tip #68 Living in Balance-The Middle Way

Tip #69 Cognitive Strategies

Tip #70 There is No Comparison

Tip #71 Act As If

Tip #72 Beginner’s Mind

Tip #73 Cross-Addiction is Real

Tip #74 Disease or Not?

Tip #75 Integrate Altruism into Your Life

Tip #76 Share Your Story

Tip #77 Act Without Thinking

Tip #78 Just Don’t Pick Up

Tip #79 Become a Student

Tip #80 Investigate Spirituality

Tip #81 Be Grateful

Tip #82 Mindfulness Matters

Tip #83 FEAR! What Will You Choose?

Tip #84 Willpower? No!

Tip #85 Remember the Consequences in Detail

Tip #86 Pride Comes Before the Fall

Tip #87 Stigma is Ignorant Bullshit

Tip #88 Your Personal Vision Statement

Tip #89 Nutrition is Important

Tip #90 We are as Sick as our Secrets

Tip #91 Slow the Hell Down

Tip #92 Guilt is a Healthy Feeling, but….

Tip #93 Watch for High Risk Behavior

Tip #94 Freedom of Choice

Tip #95 Your Personal Bottom

Tip #96 Music is Powerful

Tip #97 Eat Lots of Chocolate

Tip #98 Change Your Story

Tip #99 Let Go of the Little Dramas

Tip #100 Never, Never, Never Give Up!

Tip #101 Feed Your Recovering Self

Dedication

This book is dedicated to my cousin Ricky Niedoba and all the human beings who passed on from this life way too early due to the atrocious illness of addiction. I believe they are with me every day, guiding me in my efforts to help people who suffer with addiction. I will live the rest of my life honoring every person who lost their life battling addiction, by doing my absolute best to offer my help to anyone. You have left this earth but I know each and every one of you walk by my side and feed my soul with strength and hope.

Author’s Note

This book is not a substitute for the treatment of addiction by a medical professional. Prior to beginning a program of recovery from addiction, it is often necessary to be treated medically for detoxification and initial stabilization, especially in the case of chemical substances and alcohol. Withdrawal from substances can be life threatening. If you have been drinking alcohol heavily or using drugs such as benzodiazepines, opiates, or stimulants, it is vital to consult with a medical professional before discontinuing the use of substances. Recovery is much more likely if you are medically detoxed and attend a rehabilitation program with the level of care necessary for your unique circumstances.

If you are currently experiencing a crisis, call 911.

Here are also specific numbers you can contact below:

Treatment Hotline: [phone]

Suicide Hotline: [phone]

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“Once you choose hope, anything is possible”

Christopher Reeve

Acknowledgements

It is so hard to acknowledge so many people that helped me when I was struggling that made this book a possibility. First, I must thank my mom, my dad, my sister Sandy, my brother Jim and my Aunt Sandy, Uncle Wayne and cousin Wayne for directly helping me in my darkest times. They never gave up on me no matter how much I pushed them out of my life. I also would like to acknowledge Michael Donahue for guiding me to recovery and never giving up on me. Michael, thank you for also agreeing to write the foreword; I know it was not easy for you to do it as you are so busy helping people have access to recovery. I would like to thank Lisa Sauerwine for all her support and her faith in me. You are an amazing human being. There are also so many people online that supported this project and continue to, so please know that I am very grateful. There are way too many people to thank, but you know who you are and I am here for you whenever you need anything.

Foreword

When asked to consider writing a foreword to Richard’s book, I humbly agreed to offer some thoughts about recovery. I realized I needed to share what was so freely given to me. Initially I had to accept that my suffering could be relieved and I could once again regain hope.

Unconditional Surrender

The whole process of the journey of recovery begins by stating, “I surrender.” One must accept the need to surrender without any conditions. The facts are simple: the life of addiction has led to hopelessness that, if not reversed, will destroy you. You have lost faith in yourself, your higher power and in everyone else around you, and finally, you are unable to love, be loved, or even feel worthy of love. Your will has brought you to the end. Surrender your will or die. Please surrender Now!

Making a Decision

The time is Now! Hope returns when you rely on another human being who has been there and escaped the hell of addiction. Recovery is possible! Faith is restored when you realize that there is another way to live. There is a power that has another plan for you. This greater power’s plan is to live and experience a fruitful life. This life will include mercy, forgiveness and faithfulness. Additionally, you will have an increased concern for others and your path will be full of love and richness.

Recovery

My hope is that everyone who reads this book will learn the following truths:

• There is hope, faith and love for all who believe.

• The hope you regain will lead you to forgiveness for yourself and others.

• You will understand your unique plan and you will be free from guilt.

• Faith is the foundation that you can build a life upon.

• You can trust and believe in a power greater than yourself, in other human beings, and in yourself.

• The love you feel is real and unconditional.

• You are loved and you can love and help others.

• We gain love by giving ourselves to others.

• We show love by giving of our time and talents.

• Give until you think you can’t give anymore then keep giving.

I’ve known Richard for over 20 years and I am sure 101 Tips for Recovery from Addiction will be a blessing to all who read it. He has the ability to give hope through sharing his experience. Richard and I have shared the honor of being there for others when they needed someone the most and we continue to be blessed with the opportunity to be used as vessels of hope by the universe. We both have always agreed that religion is for people who are afraid of going to hell and spirituality is for people who have been to hell and don’t want to go back. May you enjoy Richard’s book and discover a deeper spirituality to use in the new life that you create. I ask one thing from you and that is to share your beautiful story of recovery with all who need a little hope, faith and love.

God’s Blessings and love to all,

Michael Donahue

Director of Human Services

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania

Introduction