Review: Take The First Step...and Read This Book
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 9, 2013
For anyone struggling with an addiction to Alcohol, this is a great primer book to help you learn how to stop drinking. There are very down to earth practical tips on ways to avoid the desire to drink, what to think about instead of drinking, and learning how to deal with events in your life that have driven you to drink. Many people drink to escape the pain they feel deep inside. I especially like the tips on learning to cope with your emotions and how to battle the craving to drink in your mind. Learning other healthy habits to do when you feel the urge to drink is important also. There are great tips on how to avoid putting yourself in tempting situations and making the choice to stay sober.As a child of a former alcoholic, I can tell you that your life will only improve if you learn the skills to avoid drinking. This book can help you do that. It would also be helpful for anyone living with an alcoholic learn tips to help the drinker and be supportive in their efforts. However, no one can force another person to be sober. It has to be their choice to make a change in their life. While it is a daily journey, there is help out there, through counseling and AA support groups and other resources. Even if you aren't ready to join a group yet, this book is one positive step an alcoholic can take to kick their addiction and take back their life.