What people are saying
“This book is SUCH an amazing approach. It is just what people who have addicts In their lives need. My daughter and I are doing it together, and we have already connected on such a different and positive level. Buy this book, you won’t regret it. It may save your relationship with your addicted child/ loved one."
Review on Amazon.com
“Bolin's book is a step-by-step, practical guide to combining self compassion with self discipline in order to overcome addiction. The book teaches how to retrain the brain to choose wellness. Further, it explains how loved ones can serve as active partners in this revolutionary and rewarding process”
“This book is amazing. Great guide, compassionate and tremendous knowledge presented in a compact, not overwhelming and very approachable way. THANK YOU!!!”
“I learned more than I thought was possible. I cherish the journal I created. It’s my trophy. I cannot believe how far I have come.”
“My spouse is in recovery now. This book is a must-have tool for recovery. The process of focusing on the same reading and writing has also been indispensable for mending the relationship.”
“There is more here than tools for just those impacted by addiction. The general content and exercises encourage a greater level of self-awareness and overall mental health. As someone who has struggled with anxiety, depression, and self-destructive behaviors, I can say I am still benefiting from it and find I am better equipped to cope with daily challenges.”
“I picked up this book when my son relapsed. Unlike everything else we had tried I felt like part of the solution. Not only did he recover, we recovered!”
“My sister lost her battle with addiction several years ago. I cannot adequately express the guilt and pain of her passing, I felt helpless. My battle dealing with grief has been difficult but seeing how it has affected our parents, family, and friends is the most heartbreaking. Judging from my personal experience the book would have been a lifeline for my sister and our family, providing a roadmap for us to assist her. We will never know if we could have saved her life but if you have a loved one that is in distress please pick up this book to engage them with love, compassion, and a plan.”
"Rick Bolin's approach has an incredible strength, in that it builds healthy bonds of relationship all through the process of recovery. This is the 'secret sauce' that will make this process life-giving, long-lasting, and deeply rewarding for those who choose this courageous path.
"Profound healing presented with refreshing clarity and gentle humor. Takes you supportively by the hand and makes the journey of self-growth fulfilling and fun."
"The book is packed with great information and tools, while still being easy to read and navigate. It's completely genuine. Rick hits the tone of a warm and guiding therapeutic environment perfectly."
" I read your book with great intent. Your personal and completely human narrative is the first thing that grabs me. You are the friend those impacted with this infliction want in the room. Your empathy and compassion come right through, yet you are unwavering in your direct approach and lay out a step-by-step plan, one I believe anyone afflicted will need to get out of this terrible disease. Thanks for writing this book because they need you and your support, they need your wisdom, and they need your steadfastness.”