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Sober AF: Breaking Free: A Guide to Overcoming Alcohol Addiction
This book is a comprehensive guide to understanding, addressing, and ultimately conquering alcohol addiction or alcohol use disorder (AUD). Written by an experienced Certified Recovery Coach, Matthew Taub, who has been sober for nearly two decades, it combines professional expertise with personal insights.
"Breaking Free" is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to overcome alcohol addiction. It provides a holistic approach to recovery, addressing physical, psychological, and social aspects. With personal anecdotes, practical advice, and a compassionate tone, it serves as a guidepost on the path to a healthier, alcohol-free life.Key
Understanding Alcohol The book begins by defining alcoholism or AUD, discussing its physical and psychological impact on individuals, and helping readers recognize the signs of addiction.
Your Personal Readers are guided through self-assessment, motivation to change, and goal setting, setting the stage for their unique recovery journey.
Preparing for This section explores the importance of seeking professional help, building a support network, and creating a safe environment for recovery.
Strategies for Various approaches to quitting are discussed, from cold turkey to gradual reduction and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Coping with withdrawal symptoms is also covered.
Overcoming Readers learn how to identify triggers, employ healthy coping mechanisms, and practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques to combat cravings.
Building a Sober This chapter focuses on rebuilding relationships, finding new interests, and maintaining physical and mental well-being in a sober context.
Staying Sober for the Long Strategies for relapse prevention, dealing with life's challenges, and celebrating milestones are explored.
Support The book discusses the value of 12-step programs, therapy, counseling, and online communities in supporting recovery.
The Role of a Recovery An explanation of what a recovery coach is and how they can assist in the recovery process.
Moving The book concludes by encouraging readers to embrace a sober future, offering inspiring success stories and final thoughts from the author.
"Breaking Free" is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to overcome alcohol addiction. It provides a holistic approach to recovery, addressing physical, psychological, and social aspects. With personal anecdotes, practical advice, and a compassionate tone, it serves as a guidepost on the path to a healthier, alcohol-free life.Key
Understanding Alcohol The book begins by defining alcoholism or AUD, discussing its physical and psychological impact on individuals, and helping readers recognize the signs of addiction.
Your Personal Readers are guided through self-assessment, motivation to change, and goal setting, setting the stage for their unique recovery journey.
Preparing for This section explores the importance of seeking professional help, building a support network, and creating a safe environment for recovery.
Strategies for Various approaches to quitting are discussed, from cold turkey to gradual reduction and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Coping with withdrawal symptoms is also covered.
Overcoming Readers learn how to identify triggers, employ healthy coping mechanisms, and practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques to combat cravings.
Building a Sober This chapter focuses on rebuilding relationships, finding new interests, and maintaining physical and mental well-being in a sober context.
Staying Sober for the Long Strategies for relapse prevention, dealing with life's challenges, and celebrating milestones are explored.
Support The book discusses the value of 12-step programs, therapy, counseling, and online communities in supporting recovery.
The Role of a Recovery An explanation of what a recovery coach is and how they can assist in the recovery process.
Moving The book concludes by encouraging readers to embrace a sober future, offering inspiring success stories and final thoughts from the author.
85 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 2, 2023
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