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Whether it's called 'dry drunk' or 'white knuckle sobriety,' it's that stage in recovery when we realize that 'putting the plug in the jug' isn't enough. The next step is taking responsibility for the emotional immaturity that fuels our addictive personality and has a tremendous impact on ourselves and others.
In 12 Smart Things to Do When the Booze and Drugs Are Gone, Allen Berger, Ph.D., draws on the teachings of Bill W. and psychotherapy pioneers to offer twelve hallmarks of emotional sobriety that, when practiced, give people the confidence to be accountable for their behavior, ask for what they want and need, and grow and develop a deeper trust in the process of life. These 'smart things' include:
It is in these practices that we find release from what Bill W. described as an 'absolute dependency' on people or circumstances, and develop the tools to find prestige, security, and belonging within.
Foreword Jerry McDonald, Acata ix
Acknowledgments xi
Introduction: Understanding Emotional Sobriety 1
Smart Thing 1 Know Yourself-and How to Stay Centered 23
Smart Thing 2 Stop Allowing Others to Edit Your Reality 33
Smart Thing 3 Stop Taking Things Personally 45
Smart Thing 4 Own Your Projections as an Act of Integrity 57
Smart Thing 5 Confront Yourself for the Sake of Your Integrity 67
Smart Thing 6 Stop Pressuring Others to Change, and Instead Pressure Yourself to Change 81
Smart Thing 7 Develop a Healthy Perspective Toward Yourself, Your Feelings, and Your Emotional Themes 89
Smart Thing 8 Appreciate What is 103
Smart Thing 9 Comfort Yourself When You Are Hurt or Disappointed 113
Smart Thing 10 Use Your Personal Compass to Guide Your Life 127
Smart Thing 11 Embrace Relationship Tensions as the Fuel for Personal Growth 137
Smart Thing 12 The "Problem" Is Not the Real Problem 147
A Vision for You: Putting All the Pieces Together 161
References 175
About the Author 179
Addiction affects so many people and it takes a lot of hard work to fight addiction day after day. 12 Smart Things to Do When the Booze and Drugs Are Gone is a great companion for people who are newly sober. It gives readers the encouragement and advice in a realistic way. If you know someone, or you personally are a recovering addict, you really should check out this book.
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Overview
Whether it's called 'dry drunk' or 'white knuckle sobriety,' it's that stage in recovery when we realize that 'putting the plug in the jug' isn't enough. The next step is taking responsibility for the emotional immaturity that fuels our addictive personality and has a tremendous impact on ourselves and others.
In 12 Smart Things to Do When the Booze and Drugs Are Gone, Allen Berger, Ph.D., draws on the teachings of Bill W. and psychotherapy pioneers to offer twelve hallmarks of ...