Sober And Staying That Way

A complete lifesaving program for ending the perils and anguish of addiction to alcohol, from one of America's most inspirational speakers--the bestselling author of "Stop the Insanity!" Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Staying Sober Without God is a guide for non-believers who want to get sober without an act of faith. Traditional 12-step programs push for a belief in God or a higher power. The practical 12 steps outlined in this book provide a path to lasting recovery that requires no belief in the supernatural.

A self-help guide.

Tips on living sober.

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.

Featured on The Dr. Oz Show in Special Addiction Episode with Steven Tyler The disease of addiction affects 1 out of 10 people in the United States, and is a devastating—often, fatal—illness. Now, from the physician director of the renowned Betty Ford Center, comes a step-by-step plan with a realistic "one-day-at-a-time" approach to a disease that so often seems insurmountable. With a focus on reclaiming the power that comes from a life free of dependency, Being Sober walks readers through the many phases of addiction and recovery without judgment or the overly "cultish" language of traditional 12-step plans. It also addresses the latest face of this disease: the "highly functioning" addict, or someone who is still able to achieve personal and professional success even as they battle a drug or alcohol problem. Dr. Haroutunian tackles this provocative issue head-on, offering new insight into why you don't have to "bottom out" to get help. Dr. Haroutunian is himself a recovering alcoholic and knows firsthand the challenges of sobriety. His background and expertise in the field of alcohol and drug treatment give him a powerful edge and perspective that is unparalleled in his field. With a foreword written by Steven Tyler, Being Sober uses clear, straightforward language and offers a proven path toward an emotional sobriety and a rewarding new life based on gratitude, dignity, and self-respect.

What does it take to get sober, and stay that way? I am a medical doctor and I am an alcoholic in recovery. I have experienced both sides of the story and have learned a myriad of lessons - many of them indeed the hard way. I have struggled with alcohol. I have been where you are. I have lived a life of secrets and lies. But the past does not equal the future. I am a survivor. I have joined a special band of brothers and sisters. We all share the same past - we have gone through hell, but we kept going. I have been to rehab and over the last 2295 days I have taken one tiny baby step after the other, until I now live a life so beautiful, I could have never imagined in my wildest dreams. I am not religious, but the 12-step program worked for me. I saw it as a blue-print how to save a failing business. And I was all invested in this particular business - after all, we were talking about my life. In "My Steps To Sobriety" I share with you my insights, my knowledge and my passion for life. I show you how I ended up in a fantastic world where alcohol simply has no place any more. Chapters one and two give you an insight into the real face of alcohol. It's impact on people like you and me, as well as it's damage to society. Chapter three demystifies alcoholism and I will explain to you why alcoholism is a disease in the truest meaning of the word. Chapter four goes into the nitty-gritty of the twelve steps. I explain each and every step with examples and provide action plans wherever sensible. This is where the magic happens. This is where you will learn the reasons behind your drinking and what to do about them. Chapter five discusses alternative programs whilst chapter six finally looks beyond the twelve steps. Here is where I focus on the challenges that our lives throw at us on a daily basis. From relationships to stress, from cross-addiction to sober-shaming to the number of mental health problems we all are facing. If you are serious about turning your life around - this book can help you with the right steps. If your loved one goes through hard times with alcohol and you struggle to understand what's going on - this book will help you. Recovery works, if you work at it. And rehab is truly for quitters!