Recovery Library

The Complete Family Guide to Addiction: Everything You Need to Know Now to Help Your Loved One and Yourself is a practical, evidence-based resource co-authored by Thomas F. Harrison and Hilary S. Connery, MD, PhD, and published by Guilford Press in 2019 Guilford PressElmhurst University Online BookstoreSno-Isle Libraries. 📘 What’s Inside Scope and StructureThe book...

Renowned neuroscientist and psychiatrist Judson Brewer explores how craving-driven compulsive behavior—spanning from smoking and overeating to smartphone addiction and romantic fixation—is deeply rooted in brain-conditioning and dopaminergic reward cycles. Brewer argues that by using curiosity-based mindfulness, we can disrupt this cycle and rewire our habits toward greater freedom.‡(turn0se...More

This book offers a daily dose of accessible Buddhist wisdom, blending timeless teachings with modern reflections to cultivate inner freedom and emotional resilience. Drawing from masters like Buddha, Nagarjuna, Milarepa, Patrul Rinpoche, and Chögyam Trungpa, each day’s entry features a profound quote and a relatable reflection. Designed for modern urban lives, the goal is to...

This second‑edition workbook translates Marsha Linehan’s DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) into clear, step‑by‑step exercises for readers seeking to manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and build resilience. It covers the four foundational modules—Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness—plus newer sections on cognitive rehear...More

The Freedom Model reframes addiction not as a chronic disease but as a set of learned beliefs that can be changed through clear, self-directed choice, offering an alternative to both 12-step programs and professional “treatment” settings archive.org. Grounded in three decades of research at the Baldwin Research Institute, it asserts that people always retain free...

Dr. Lance Dodes reframes addiction not as a mere disease or moral failing, but as a compulsion rooted in unrecognized emotional signals—responses to deep-seated feelings of helplessness and loss of control. Drawing on over 25 years of clinical experience, Dodes explores why addictive impulses emerge, why they persist, and how understanding their emotional underpinnings allows...

Purpose & Audience This workbook offers a clear, practical introduction to meditation—ideal for brand-new practitioners or those restarting their mindfulness journey. It focuses on demystifying meditation through accessible guidance and structured practice.Dokumen+13Google Books+13Goodreads+13 Core Structure & Themes Meditation Origins & History: A concise account of how meditation h...More

Siegel offers an integrative framework—Interpersonal Neurobiology—connecting mindfulness, interpersonal attunement, and neurological integration. By weaving neuroscience, personal narrative, and contemplative practices, the book reveals how mindful awareness reshapes brain structure and fosters well-being PMC+13Dr. Dan Siegel+13Openground+13. Key Concepts COAL model: Curiosity, Openness, Accep...More

This book integrates evidence-based mindfulness and behavioral techniques to help readers break free from chronic worry and reclaim their lives. It promotes a radical shift in the way we relate to anxiety—not through suppression or avoidance but by cultivating mindful awareness and self-compassion Wikipedia+15Audible.com+15Karuna Counseling+15. Core Principles Anxiety isn’t inherently harm...More

This is a practical, skill-based workbook designed to help individuals struggling with addictive behaviors. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), it emphasizes mindfulness as a core tool for managing emotion and grief—not avoidance Goodreads+12Mental Health @ Home+12Barnes & Noble+12. Structure & ...More

The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment is a book by Eckhart Tolle. It is a discussion about how people interact with themselves and others. The concept of self-reflection and presence in the moment are presented along with simple exercises for the achievement of its principles. Published in the late 1990s,[1] the book was recommended by Oprah Winfrey[2] and has...

The Sober Starting Today Workbook: Powerful Mindfulness & CBT Tools to Help You Break Free from Addiction by Deborah Sosin is a structured, compassion-focused self-help guide that combines evidence-based mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques into a practical, interactive workbook. Aimed at anyone struggling with problematic substance use—whether aiming to quit, cut ba...More