Addiction Recovery Blog | Daniel J Callahan, MSW

Recovery Thinking in Paperback!

Where success is concerned, people are not measured in inches or pounds or college degrees, or family background; they are measured by the size of their thinking. – David Schwartz

How we think is everything. There is so much incorrect thinking going on when it comes to recovery. People are often misinformed specifically on the twelve-steps, mutual support and the role they play in the recovery process.

I make this point specifically to highlight that we need to “LEARN” how to think right. If we forge forward uninformed we may or may not learn the principles we need to live a successful life. Recovery Thinking, Change Your Life in 90_Days! is information on the process, a few lessons recovery and life and 90 short essays on various recovery topics to help you think like a champion!

The book is currently available at Create Space for $14.88 however, there is currently a $6 discount for friends and family, simply enter the code “LRCZ5NMB” and the book is $8.88. If you order the book please send me a note so I can send you a gift separately.

Here is the link Create Space Thank you in advance!

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