Abraham J. Twerski, Addictive Th Quotes

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Abraham J. Twerski is a renowned Addiction Psychiatrist known for his significant contributions in the field of addiction therapy. Born in 1930, he dedicated his life to helping individuals struggling with addiction and recovery. Twerski combined his knowledge of psychiatry and his deep understanding of Jewish spirituality to develop unique and effective approaches in addiction treatment. Through his numerous books, lectures, and counseling sessions, Twerski has influenced countless lives and earned international recognition for his work. His compassionate and holistic approach towards addiction therapy continues to inspire and guide both professionals and individuals seeking recovery.

The various problems the addict describes may sound like too much for anyone to bear. On closer analysis, though, an addict's problems are not that different from the nonaddict's problems. But the addictive thinker's perception is that they are radically different: Other people get a break once in a while, but not me. Never.Recovering addicts may bring their unrealistic expectations into sobriety. They may believe that other people in recovery have had an easier time. My problems are the worst, they think. My spouse used to complain when I drank, and now I hear about my going to meetings every night. The supervisor watches me like a hawk. My oldfriends don't call anymore.... As recovering addicts come into regular contact with others in recovery, however, they begin to see that everyone else doesn't have it better and, in fact, other people are a lot like they are.Every aspect of recovery is subject to growth. Accepting life on its own terms, accepting powerlessness, surrendering to a Higher Power, taking and sharing a moral inventory, making amends

Abraham J. Twerski, Addictive Th

Recovery (addiction/alcoholism)