5 Books To Read For Inspiration Through Rehab

Rehabilitation from a drug or alcohol addiction can be overwhelming. There are many factors that play into a successful recovery. Whether it be giving up old habits or the withdrawals themselves, inspiration is needed every step of the way in order to keep you going through the whole process.

There are many ways to stay inspired: by talking with other recovering addicts or by thinking of loved ones who are important to you. Another helpful way to stay motivated is to read materials about successful recoveries. There are tons of books on the subject of recovering from a substance addiction. A few are listed below, along with their descriptions:

 

Titles To Look For

• Addict In The Family: Stories of Loss, Hope, and Recovery. By Beverly Conyers 

Everyone knows that seeing someone with an addiction can be devastating. This book goes over true stories of recovery from family member of addicts and offers tips. Some of the main ones include loving someone with an abuse problem, not enabling, the use of intervention and how to care for and protect the family during this time.

• Mindful Recovery: A Spiritual Path to Healing from Addiction by Thomas Bien Ph.D. 

This book offers solutions for healing from addiction and all of the challenges that come with resolving substance abuse.

• Now What?: An Insider’s Guide to Addiction and Recovery by William Cope Moyers 

In this publication William Cope Moyers, the author, goes over what happens during and after treatment. This book also answers question about recovery as well as intervention.

• The Addictions Workbook: 101 Practical Exercises for Individuals and Groups by James E. Phelan 

The recovery process in general is what this workbook covers. It can be used by someone during treatment or after as well as professionals in the field like counselors. It is not only used for substance abuse but also uses 101 exercises that can be adapted for sex, gambling or eating disorders.

• Stage II Recovery: Life Beyond Addiction by Earnie Larsen 

This publications discusses rebuilding one’s life after treatment. It is beneficial to read during recovery periods so one can create a plan to move forward with life and improve all areas of living with family, onself, the work environment and society in general. 

 

Recovery Is Possible

Remember that all recoveries need to be done with the help of professionals. These books are simply inspiration to help you through the whole process. Motivational stories such as these give you hope that you can attain the same accomplishments. With lots of encouragement, support, and willpower, it is possible to win the war over addiction and regain a happy, healthy life once again. Here’s to a successful recovery!