The Purpose of Our Book is...

to help people who are addicted to anything change their addictive behavior(s). We have taken special care to accommodate those people, such as atheists and agnostics, who find that the traditional Twelve Step programs and meetings are unhelpful because of their religious basis. But the book is equally helpful to religious people who have no problem with the concept of higher power. This is not a book simply to be read; it is important to do the exercises because they are an integral part of the recovery program. In other words, this is a practical workbook rather than a feel good "inspirational" book. In addition, since we teach you how to apply the methods of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (see our post about REBT and the ABCDE Method) you, by doing the exercises, will learn to overcome more than just your addictive behaviors. It also teaches you some basic skills to help you cope with the realities of your everyday life.