Life Recovery

After years of hiding her addiction from everyone—stockpiling pills in her Louboutins and elaborately scheduling her withdrawals between PTA meetings, baby showers, and tennis matches—Laura Cathcart Robbins is running out of places to hide. She has learned the hard way that even her high-profile marriage and Hollywood lifestyle can’t protect her from the pain she’s keeping bottled up inside. Facing divorce, the possibility of a custody battle, and the insistent voice of internalized racism that nags at her as a Black woman in a white world, Laura wonders just how much more she can take.

Piecing Together the Mind of an Addict Drug abuse and addiction don't start with a drug. They don't begin with that first use, or first high; and they certainly don't manifest in the ensuing darkness of drug dependence and depression. Addiction and alcoholism, true addiction and alcoholism, begin well before we ever indulge. It is the mind before matter, a unique clockwork of chemicals and wirings, of thoughts and feelings that bring us to truth: We, the drug addict, are not like the others Mental illness can be seen the world over, in numerous forms and numerous ways. For some of us, the ...

"A gentle but deep exploration of what lies beneath the anguish as she points us to the One who sets us free." Amy Boucher Pye, author and spiritual director. Are you hurting? Has life gone pear-shaped? Have you woken up in a well of pain and can’t see a way out? These are tough questions – and once, Pat Marsh would have answered them all with a resounding yes. But Pat didn’t stay in that place. Through prayer and her work as a Christian retreat leader, she has learned how to find peace and healing, no matter what life throws her way. Healing Life’s Wounds is a beautiful and gentle ...

Guided by psychologist Jamie Marich—a trauma-informed clinician living with a dissociative disorder herself—this book tells you everything you need to know about dissociation...but were too afraid to ask.

When Sally is badly beaten by her boyfriend, Malcolm, she takes advantage of an escape route for victims of abuse. Six months later, and thousands of miles away, her new life is shattered when Malcolm tracks her down.

This book is focused on healing techniques and how to reclaim your birthright of happiness, peace and love after a toxic relationship. It recounts a spiritual journey of recovery from narcissistic relationships and includes 25 emotional, energetic, and spiritual healing practices the author used to heal from betrayal and trauma. By sharing her experience and research on narcissism, the author will help survivors find a way out of suffering to peace and freedom. The book provides insights and practices to reclaim the lives of survivors and empower them to to heal, forgive the past, and open ...

Teresa Rodden experienced her first hangover at age 5. She was the latest in a lineage of women that lived understanding two things: Life is painful and alcohol will numb that pain. This is what she believed, too—as she navigated teen pregnancy, abusive relationships, staggering debt and spiritual crisis. This is her powerful story of clearing the debris left behind after years of pain and poor choices and her reconnection with her God-given dreams, talents, and purpose. Rodden describes how she journeyed beyond commonly-held beliefs about sobriety and 12-step recovery into a life she ...

The 12-Step model for recovery and healing has helped millions of addicts worldwide not only find and maintain sobriety but live healthier, happier, more intimately connected lives. But for some reason, this formula has never taken root beyond the recovering addict community. Until now.

In Beyond Divorce: Navigating Life After Separation, Morgan Reynolds guides you through the transformative journey from the aftermath of divorce to a life marked by resilience, growth, and optimism. Leveraging her personal experiences with overcoming negativity, and the daunting task of rebuilding her life after divorce, Reynolds offers a beacon of hope and practical advice for those navigating the turbulent waters of life post-separation. This book stands as more than just advice—it's a steadfast companion for anyone determined to shift their mindset and seize the opportunities for ...

You lost your job. Now what? Job loss can feel like the end of everything—your finances, your career, your confidence, and even your sense of purpose. But it doesn’t have to be. In Job Loss, Not Life Loss, you’ll find a step-by-step guide to recovering emotionally, financially, and professionally so you can rebuild your future with confidence and faith. Whether you’re struggling with fear, searching for a new job, or wondering how to survive financially, this book gives you the practical tools and biblical wisdom you need to bounce back stronger than ever.What You'll Learn: ...

A Stroke of Luck by Aithal is not just a memoir; it is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Imagine facing a traumatic brain injury (TBI) with only a fifty percent chance of survival—this harrowing journey is intimately chronicled by Aithal with unmatched honesty and introspection. Through his eyes, readers gain profound insights into the physical, emotional, and psychological battles that come with such a life-altering event. The narrative kicks off with a catastrophic injury that irrevocably reshapes Aithal’s destiny. With gripping ...

Millions of people worry that drinking is affecting their health, yet are unwilling to seek change because of the misery and stigma associated with alcoholism and recovery. They fear drinking less will be boring, difficult and involve deprivation, and significant lifestyle changes. This Naked Mind offers a new solution. Packed with surprising insight into the reasons we drink, it will open your eyes to the startling role of alcohol in our culture.

The bridge in this novel is more than a title—it’s a powerful symbol of hope and the crossing of two destinies: the desperate struggle of addiction and the journey toward healing. Step into Elohim, a modest rehabilitation center in rural Seville during the 1970s, where a diverse cast of characters comes together. There's Pedro, the director, rumored to be entangled with a patient; Vicenta, who is blind; Angeles, known as “the dancer”; Manolito, a bullfighting enthusiast living with schizophrenia; Petra, the nurse and nun; and Tomas, a volunteer whose past echoes through the ...

When Mallary Tenore Tarpley lost her mother at eleven years old, she wanted to stop time. If growing up meant living without her mother, then she wanted to stay little forever. What started as small acts of food restriction soon turned into a full-blown eating disorder, and a year later, Tarpley was admitted to Boston’s Children’s Hospital. With honesty and grace, Slip chronicles Tarpley’s childhood struggles with anorexia to her present-day experiences grappling with recovery. This book tells Tarpley’s story, but it also transcends her personal narrative.

Silent Scars: A Poetic Journey Through Domestic Violence "Underneath the Poetry with Her Diary" is a compelling anthology that unveils the hidden realities of domestic abuse through raw and honest poetry. Each verse serves as a voice for victims, capturing their fear, pain, and journey towards healing. Why This Collection is a Must-Read: Authentic Narratives: Experience the genuine emotions of those affected by domestic violence. Call to Action: These poems not only foster empathy but also advocate for change and a violence-free future. Healing Inspiration: Find solace and strength within ...

Corine Holts had the perfect life-or so it seemed. A successful model, beauty brand owner, and devoted wife, she fought silent battles with psychosis, a condition she had managed since birth. But when her second pregnancy intensified her struggles, her husband, Allen Woods, became both her rock and her prisoner-until he sought comfort in the arms of her best friend, Natasha. One month after giving birth, still battling postpartum depression and her worsening condition, Corine walks in on the ultimate betrayal. Heartbroken and humiliated, she vows to leave, but Allen isn't ready to let her ...

What do you do when your inner world is crumbling in the aftershock of this devastating betrayal? Listen to this book! From the seven steps for self-care and learning how to deal with the emotions that follow this unwelcome news to considering the “why” of his behavior and deciding on a plan of action, this book gives women a process to follow once they find themselves in “aftershock.” Based on biblical principles and sound advice, Aftershock is designed to help women heal, grow, and receive restoration for themselves, their husbands, and their marriages.

Ever woken up worrying that you said the wrong thing at work drinks the night before? Felt frustrated with yourself for polishing off the entire bottle of wine when you only intended to have one glass? The emotional pull of alcohol is strong, but Mindful Drinking: How Cutting Down Will Change Your Life is here to help us cultivate a new, healthy and more mindful relationship with alcohol. Journalist Rosamund Dean combines scientific expertise with practical advice in a game-changing four-step plan.

After twenty-four years of daily drinking, Ed Wyrick hit his bottom and tossed out his last bottle of vodka. As a high school counselor in a rural county in the middle of the Bible belt, he feared for his job if he revealed his addiction, so he tried detoxing on his own. When he gave up and surrendered to a treatment center, doctors said he was lucky to have survived. Three months later, he quit smoking cigarettes. Eighteen months after that, he’d lost seventy pounds and was running five miles a day. More than twelve years have passed, and he remains free of alcohol, cigarettes, fat, and ...

Every one of us sooner or later walks through hell. The hell of being hurt, the hell of hurting another. The hell of cancer, the hell of a reluctant, thunking shovel full of earth upon the casket of someone we deeply loved, the hell of betrayal, the hell of betraying, the hell of divorce, the hell of a kid in trouble...the hell of knowing that this year, like any year, may be our last. We all walk through hell. The point is not to come out empty-handed.... There is real and profound power in the suffering we endure if we transform that suffering into a more authentic, meaningful life.