The Tao of Recovery: A Quiet Path to Wellness

by Jim Mcgregor

The friends and family of a drug or alcohol addict are often left out of the recovery process. The timeless wisdom of the Tao has been adapted to gently change those who are suffering into peaceful, healthy, self-confident humans, ready to fully rejoin life in a serene and harmonious way. The author's personal understanding of the recovery process and Taoism culminate in this essential guide to self-rehabilitation.What others are saying about this Tao of Recovery... selected as one of twelve best of the universe of 1,000 'recovery' books available.- New Age Retailer

Genres: Buddhism, Psychology, Taoism

188 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

Reviews

[James · Rating 3 out of 5]

It’s an interesting little book that I received as a gift. The author, who has a long history of 12-Step recovery, has written 81 short pieces on the philosophy of recovery, with each piece being a response to and a reflection on a chapter of the Tao Te Ching. Taoism can offer a spiritual concept of a higher power, which is crucial to 12-Step recovery, without the difficulty of dealing with the concept of the traditional God figure, which many in recovery find to be a major stumbling block. The author offers nothing truly original or profound, but does have a fascinating take on Recovery, Spirituality, and Taoism that is sometimes surprising and often charming. The book is an excellent alternative to a Daily meditation; I found reading it side by side with the Tao Te Ching to be absorbing, even when I disagreed with the author anon his interpretations and reflections. The Hardcover is a very pretty book, with uncredited woodcut still illustrations on the pages facing each piece.

[Randall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short prompts about subjects more Tao than Recovery. A very helpful and encouraging book.

[Allison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic!