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"Alex & Mrs. Lee" is a heartwarming children's book about autism, addiction, and harm reduction.

Dive into the explosive, raw, and vulnerable story of a man's search for sanity amid his increasing dependence on DXM (dextromethorphan), the active ingredient in Robitussin and other cough suppressant medications. In Volume One, you'll enter the underbelly of York, PA as the narrator navigates the streets and his new normal.In 2007, Ryan Gray was on and off the streets-living the last days of his existence as an active addict. He stayed in several halfway houses, had friends who were kind enough to let him sleep in their homes, and sometimes stayed at a nearby shelter. Volume One of his autobiographical narrative chronicles the events leading through the 'twilight' of his addiction, from meeting a native of York who became like a brother, to when Ryan began to inwardly sense his own futility, to making the choice to leave behind the middle-class life he knew. Twilight in York: Volume One is written in the style of Jack Kerouac, with a stream of consciousness effect as well as grammatical alterations. Heavy with explicit drug use, this read is best suited for adults. Though heavy and dark, Twilight in York, Volume One has a simple, easy-to-follow plot that appeals to the masses. Drug addicts, family and friends of addicts, homeless (and formerly homeless) people, and the mentally ill will resonate with Ryan's down-to-earth voice and relatable stories.Ryan Gray's sensual and precisely observed Twilight in York is an aspiring classic of American noir, reminiscent in mood of William Kennedy's down-and-out-in-Albany novels, reminiscent in style and tone of some more bitter and more street-wise Kerouac. You keep thinking you've misread the title, for all this desperation cannot possibly concentrate in little York, PA. It has to be some place bigger, darker, worse. But, no, every little town in America has its pockets of perdition, which can be alleviated some by sucking down a bottle of cough syrup. I don't like and don't usually choose this sort of book, but I liked THIS book, because it contains not only gray and sad truth, but also poetry. Poetry transfiguring all that dread.-David Brendan Hopes, author of The Falls of the WyonaMental illness plus addiction easily lead to homelessness. The abject pain and disorientation of the living conditions that daily challenge the addicted unhoused population is juxtaposed with the absolute joy of reading such a well-written non-fiction. His words often lead like poetry, brazen and bare, not painting a picture, but excavating the myriad contours of the meanings and meanderings where life and emotions meet. Addiction and the unhoused population have exploded in the past 20 years, and this book gives us insight to the instability of the lifestyle, the uncertainty of finding a place to sleep each night, how to maintain the addiction while simultaneously working as a day laborer, and the loyalty of friends who bond amid life on the streets.-Renee Robb-Cohen

Freedom from addiction is available in the one place that's the most difficult for an addict to be-the present moment. In Natural Rest for Addiction, non-duality teacher and addiction specialist Scott Kiloby offers his program for finding recovery from substance abuse-and addictions of all kinds-through the mindful practice of Resting Presence.

Dan Rather of CBS News calls it "The Killing Fields of America," but little do they know about the dreams those kids had. Somehow I escaped the destruction these kids were about to get into, so I could tell my side of the story that ruined so many lives forever.I myself was blinded by the powers of darkness. We had a code and believed in death before dishonor.As I matured, I realized how there is no honor six feet under and how you're forgotten after a few decades behind bars, all because we lived by a code that was a lie.We tend to blame the man with the power to lock us up and throw away the key, but we forget who made a choice to follow that code that gave that man the power.As we sit in our cells wondering, "Why me? Why me?" I remember there is no honor in a lie. There is a way which seems right unto men, but at the end, it brings forth destruction. (Proverbs 16:25) There is an evil, which I have seen under the sun, and I lie heavily upon men. (Ecclesiastes 6:1) Nothing is truly learned until it is truly lived. (Deepak Chopra)

Have you experienced trauma, heartbreak, or abuse?Are you dealing with the pain of past mistakes or buried hurts?Do daily struggles keep you from living the life you want?Welcome to the human race. We've all experienced the pain and regret that comes from living in a broken world. We hurt other people and other people hurt us. The result is fractured relationships and damaged lives. We carry unhealthy coping mechanisms into our relationships like weapons and shields, continuing and expanding the cycle of hurt and brokenness. But it doesn't have to be that way.When you Encounter God, you can find hope and healing.The brokenness of this world qualifies every human for recovery of some type. No matter what you're recovering from, Encounter offers you a path to healing-for life.Through personal study and prayer, you'll find freedom from past hurts and current struggles.Whether you work through the 12-lesson study on your own or with an Encounter discussion group, you'll see God at work all around you.As you learn to become a disciple of Jesus, you'll experience the presence and power of the Holy Spirit.Encounter God through His Word and discover His promises and desires for you.Are you ready to be the person God created you to be?

IT IS TIME TO APPROACH THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM AND REMOVE HIM. Pornography is like Delilah to Samson: its strong magnetic pull will capture your heart, steal your strength, and blur a person's vision of the realistic world around them. The beauty of sexual intimacy is cheapened, and getting a fix from porn overtakes the need to connect on an intimate level with a real person who desires your love and attention.

What's Lust Got To Do With It? is a poignant, raw, tell-all autobiography recounting four generations of sexual abuse and trauma that will leave the reader in awe of how God stepped in to intervene and break the cycles of abuse. Dr. Gold was a shattered young woman on the run, standing on a bridge, preparing to jump and end not just her life but the life of her unborn child when God's Voice stopped her in her tracks. Read how one woman's life-shattering past should have destroyed her, but God had a different plan. The consequences of deep-rooted lust in Dr. Gold's family tree had affected all her relationships. If you have been a victim of lust, rape, incest, molestation, or adultery or are addicted to pornography, this book is a must-read! "What's Lust Got To Do With It?" is a book of inspiration, hope, and redemption and includes a 7-step teaching guide that offers self-care tools to begin your process of healing and recovery.

"Freedom from Addictions" is a comprehensive guide that delves into various forms of addiction, providing readers with a deep understanding of their nature and impact. Through a structured approach, the book navigates through the spectrum of addictions, beginning with relatable topics such as alcohol and drug addiction before delving into specific challenges like nicotine, caffeine, and prescription medication dependencies. It further explores behavioral addictions like gambling, gaming, and internet addiction, shedding light on the modern digital landscape. Chapters on food, pornography, love, relationship, shopping, work, and exercise addictions examine the diverse facets of compulsive behaviors. The book culminates in addressing dual diagnoses, co-occurring disorders, and offers a comprehensive path to recovery, encompassing strategies applicable to all types of addiction. Whether it's substances or behaviors, "Freedom from Addictions" serves as a valuable resource for those seeking insight, understanding, and practical recovery methods to reclaim their lives.

The Pathway to Peace begins with the Prince of PeaceSome days are amazing, some are hard, others you can just do without. Walk with Cara through life's goodness and trials, the joy and the grief as she finds the way from the chaos of life to peace. Whether you are addicted to drugs, food, ministry, anything in between or nothing at all, there is always a way to find the peace you are looking for. Pathway to Peace encourages you to go through each day in the strength of the Lord, reminding you that you are never alone.

Written for millennials and Gen Z, this approachable guide reframes addiction and provides tools from psychotherapy to help the reader break harmful behaviour cycles.You don’t need to be an “addict” to engage in destructive addictive behaviours.Do you use social media to distract yourself from difficult emotions, or find yourself seeking a boost through shopping, relationships or drinking? Do you feel that you have habits that are holding you back, but you can’t seem to break them?You are not alone. This book is for anyone who struggles with addictive behaviour. In it, psychotherapist Tally Fosh sheds light on the true meaning of addiction and the subtle ways it can manifest itself without our awareness. She explores why we often seek external factors to change the way we feel internally, and provides practical tips and tools to help readers break any self-destructive cycle they may find themselves in using easy steps.Hooked breaks down the journey of addiction into four key pillars: discovery, types of addiction, lows and denial, and recovery. It includes practical tools, from expressive therapy to talking therapy, and case studies from real people. With applications of Tally's principles to scenarios applicable to our modern lives and an inspirational foreword from model and mental health advocate Adwoa Aboah, this book is the perfect companion for your journey toward freedom from addictive habits.

The Compassionate Warrior group study workbook is intended to take men deeper in their healing, in relationship with God, with the people they love, with their family and friends.

Did you know that guinea pigs are so sensitive that the slightest change in environment can shock them to death? That's me. I am the guinea pig.Kirsten Moore's debut memoir Gutter Glitter follows Kirsty as she navigates debilitating childhood anxiety and anorexia, followed by life-altering spinal surgery and subsequent opioid abuse. Her history with mental illness is compounded when she experiences three significant losses within six months.Kirsty uses her sardonic wit and self-deprecating humour to reflect on the absurdity that can come from the most dire circumstances. Ultimately, Gutter Glitter chronicles Kirsty's evolution from trembling guinea pig to twerking warrior as she reminds us that we are all '100% dat bitch!'* Check out the audiobook podcast by searching Gutter Glitter in your favourite podcast app.

Fall In has multiple meanings. In the military, it means to assemble in formation or muster to be accounted for. In this case, it also meant falling into the grips of gambling addiction. This title symbolizes the devastation this addiction can cause but also the return to living recovery can bring. Fall In is also the title for the podcast, Fall In: The Problem Gambling Podcast for Military Service Members and Veterans."Dave bravely shares his story to help others recognize the causes and consequences of his gambling addiction. He honestly talks about the tough steps of his journey to recovery. He is a proud veteran, passionate advocate, hard worker, great colleague and a friend. I highly recommend this book to anyone who struggles with gambling themselves and anyone who is trying to better understand gambling addiction--from loved one of a person with a problem to counselors, healthcare providers and the public." Keith Whyte, Executive Director, National Council on Problem Gambling"Dave is an inspiration for millions who have become collateral damage from gambling and continue to be tempted by the massive advance of online sites that feed addictive behavior. His story is a beacon of hope and the lessons he offers will help all who are committed to raising problem gambling awareness and providing the needed tools to avoid harm." Kevin Wensing Captain US Navy (Retired), Veterans Advocate, Member National Press Club

From the author of Hold On, But Don’t Hold Still, the emotionally charged and eye-opening account of a mother who navigates the cacophony of best practices and urgent advice from parenting authorities in search of a way to support her teen as he maps his own path to mental health.When Kristina Kuzmič started to see signs that her otherwise sunny, resilient teenage son was struggling, she was sure a few simple fixes could right the ship. But over the following months, the issues her family faced became more nuanced, complicated, and pervasive than she could've predicted—and what began as a clear to do list spiraled into an emotionally fraught and seemingly endless push and pull between signs of progress and overwhelming fear. Despite her best efforts, Kuzmič had internalized a set of obligations, ideas, and unrealistic standards from parenting culture and social media that left her unprepared to guide her child when he needed her most. Featuring an urgent and affirming foreword by renowned and New York Times bestselling clinician Dr. Shefali Tsabary—Kuzmič's new book debunks ten "parenting truths” that kept her in crisis, and delves into her insecurities and the mistakes she made to reveal invaluable lessons and transformative approaches that worked.  While her family stands on the other side now stronger than ever, Kuzmič's journey calls to parents who have felt the instinct to say “I can fix this” in situations where good intentions far exceed our abilities to enact change.

Designed for group use, the Betrayal & Beyond Workbook reveals the truth and nature of sexual addiction, and how women are wounded by the addict's behaviors. For women who have suffered betrayal, their healing comes from understanding the role of trauma, establishing healthy boundaries, exploring the depth of forgiveness, and learning to live in restoration. Exercises in this workbook help the participant process trauma.TABLE OF CONTENTSChapter One - What just happened to me?Chapter Two - Why do I feel and behave the way I do?Chapter Three - What does my healing journey look like?Chapter Four - How do I keep my self sane while he works his recovery?Chapter Five - Why does he do this? Understanding the nature of compulsive sexual behaviors.Chapter Six - What is the role of full disclosure, Intensives and counseling?Chapter Seven - What if he doesn't choose recovery or I can't move forward?Chapter Eight - What is forgiveness and reconciliation? When will I be able to trust again?Chapter Nine - God's promise of redemption is for me. Vision for the future.

Fusing the union between one person and another, one idea and another, and one heart and another is a powerful response from nature that occurs and is felt within the energy of just one afternoon. Imagine such a connection being made over a short span of time that shifts our level of perception permanently within the snap of just one afternoon. In Just One Afternoon is a series of intimate relatable stories that will fill your heart with joy. You will laugh, cry and be reminded that we are all part of one community and understanding truly matters most. The revealing conversations found in this book will immediately change your life with hope. This realization will offer the shift we need to understand, accept, and welcome each other into our lives. Just as the series In Just One Afternoon: Listening into the Hearts of... is a gift of optimism and potentiality., the fifth book in the series, In Just One Afternoon: Listening into the Hearts of Black Fathers, is an accolade of deep, provoking stories that unravels and shakes up the barriers surrounding the black community at large. These stories will lift the veil and evolution will spread. Inside these pages, you will submerge yourself in the private lives and persona of the black men that are tasked with changing the human paradigm and racial quality.

Have you struggled with drinking or some form of addiction for some time now? Maybe even years? Have you stopped but still feel emotionally or spiritually bankrupt? Have you tried several times to quit but simply can't stay stopped? Have you been told by many others that you need to cut back? Have consequences from your addiction piled up to the point it's overwhelming?If so, this book might be for you. It discusses twelve principles that one can learn in the journey of recovery. Most people think life is over if they must quit drinking or using drugs. The truth is if you're truly an alcoholic or an addict, sobriety is where life begins. These twelve principles were likely taught to you as a child before the addiction began. However, maybe your addiction wiped all those away and that's when the trouble started and began to accumulate problems in health, money, relationships, or spirituality.You deserve a life of happiness, abundance, and love. You simply have to be willing to put down the drink or the drug and follow a few suggestions. A twelve-step program can help with that, but this book talks in detail about the principles that come alive again within us and bring us back to being the person that we were created to be in the first place. What are you waiting for? How free do you want to be? I hope this book sparks an interest in you to get sober. Or if you're already in recovery, it makes you believe that true happiness is possible when these principles are put into practice. Think of how many alcoholics or addicts you can help once you recover yourself. Your story could change or save someone's life. These principles are paramount in that journey. I wish you much success.

If you want to stop binge eating and overeating to improve your life and health your body, then keep reading. Binge eating disorder is a very common disorder that affects people regardless of their age, ethnicity, or gender. Struggling with binge eating can be extremely hard and it's important don't feel alone. The main cause of binge eating is connected to negative emotions such as stress, low self-esteem, and depression. After each binge episode, probably you tend to feel shameful or guilty about your behaviors. Therefore, you must learn how to listen to your body, and you have to know how your brain works. Only then can you control the urge to binge. Your uncontrolled eating disorders are probably a way to cope with your insecurities and disappointments. Are you frustrated because you've noticed that diets don't work?Don't you warry!You can learn how to reduce weight without restrictions, and avoid Binge episode by preparing healthy snacks.You can learn recipes for making some quick, low-calorie meals on your own.With the right guidance, it's possible to acquire healthier habits without undergoing a restrictive diet and grueling workouts, and this will help you to and this will help you gain greater confidence in yourself that will positively affect your life.If you want to stop binge eating and overeating, you will to:Learn how to listen to your body;Make healthy and quick snack;Deal with isolation and anxiety;Manage hunger in 9 moves;Have mindful eating for eating without guilt;Eat food you like using the right strategy, and you will stop feeling guilty or shameful about it.Even if you have tried various diets to deal with binge eating before, and they didn't work, it's possible to reduce weight and replace binge eating with healthy habits.Do you know that it's possible to eat often and still avoid overeating?Even if you feel like there is no way to change the way you are feeling, the power of understanding how your brain works will give you the ability to change.You will find out why binge eating happens, what triggers it, how to deal with it, and how to overcome it.