Concise, well arranged, practical, and motivating.
It has become abundantly clear in recent years that the war on drugs has not ended with any side victorious. Rather, everybody seems to lose while we battle addiction as a leading public health crisis. The opioid epidemic is spinning out of control, alcohol abuse is rampant and deadly, and yet we seem to be more prone to addictions than ever. There are resources to help maintain sobriety, but many relapse in just a short time. With this bleak outlook, how could anybody ever hope to replace their addictions with healthier habits?
Fully Alive: Using Your Individuality to Conquer Addiction was written by Michael J Surdyka as an impassioned manifesto and intelligent and practical plan of action for those with the desire to stay sober. The stand out difference with this powerful self-help tool is the continuous focus on creating a personalized plan of recovery tailored to each individual. The text is based off of sound medical advice paired with the fruitful results that many recovering addicts noted in their own journeys. In addition, Surdyka has included plenty of colorful and eye-catching graphics, charts and worksheets to help readers get invested in the idea of a happy life free from derailing relapses.
Michael Surdyka writes with contagious vigor and endless enthusiasm. This may not be the most exhaustive book on addiction, but it is concise, well arranged, practical, and motivating. The advice never feels like a lecture or a guilt trip. Rather, Surdyka comes across a reliable friend who has been where you are. If you or someone you care about struggles with addiction, this compact guide may well serve as the cornerstone for their recovery.
