Narcotics Anonymous [Hardcover]

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ISBN-10: 0385303106 | ISBN-13: 978-0385303101 | Publication Date: December 1, 1988 | Edition: 5th

Narcotics Anonymous: White Booklet

One of NA's earliest publications became the heart of N.A. meetings and the basis for all subsequent N.A. literature.

This booklet contains the twelve steps or principles to recovery, the twelve traditions of NA, and an inspiring selection of personal stories written by men and women who are recovering from an addiction to drugs. Recommended for anyone embarking on the road to recovery, and for all who want to help themselves or someone else stay clean.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Narcotics Anonymous: White Booklet

One of NA's earliest publications became the heart of N.A. meetings and the basis for all subsequent N.A. literature.

This booklet contains the twelve steps or principles to recovery, the twelve traditions of N.A, and an inspiring selection of personal stories written by men and women who are recovering from an addiction to drugs. Recommended for anyone embarking on the road to recovery, and for all who want to help themselves or someone else stay clean. --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 272 pages
• Publisher: World Service Office; 5th edition (December 1, 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0385303106
• ISBN-13: 978-0385303101
• ASIN: 0912075023
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,393 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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63 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dopeless Hope Fiend (Lisbeth), July 18, 2002

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lisbeth (Loveland, CO, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Narcotics Anonymous (Hardcover)

The disease of addiction has gripped me since I was 7 years old and created such unmanageability in my life that I was suicidal when I found this.. My family has disowned me and I have missed the most important and beautiful times in my sisters' lives: watching their children grow and mature. My mother is turning 80 and I will never get the chance to say goodbye.

This unmanageability is my resposibility and I own all of it. I found out through this book and fellowship, however, that I am not responsible for having the diesease -- I am responsible for the everyday recovery from its grip. I currently celebrate 7 years of recovery with my husband, Gary at my side.

I tried many many ways to change. I went from working as a custom color photographic printer to walking the halls of the courtrooms assisting victims with their legal needs. As an on-site victim advocate, I saw what addiction does to our spirits and our dreams. The change didn't help; I just found lawyers and cops to smoke weed with instead of hiding it in my darkroom.

I am almost fifty years old. I found this book when I was 42. I would not be here if I hadn't found myself on every page of this text and re-read parts of it every day. Not all people can handle the word "God" in it; many substitute "grandfather" or "goddess" or "Kuan Lin". or "Vishnu"... don't be afraid to read it. Groups on the web include "Taoists in Narcotics Anonymous" and you will find many alternative paths. It isn't contagious. Send it to a friend. You may save a life.

For every addict who reads this book, 12 have to die. I am glad I am writing this today. I send you unconditional love and compassion if you are an addict or a member of the addict's family. This might hold you over until you find the rooms of NA.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars NA Text: Narcotics Anonymous, March 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Narcotics Anonymous (Hardcover)

Speaking from the perspective of a former drug abuser, now a health educator, I found the NA Text to be a most valuable asset. Its authors are real people sharing their own experiences many of which mirrored my own. While it can be difficult in my role as an educator (I teach a course which explores chemical dependency) to help someone in need find the courage to seek help, I can always refer them to this book which they can read at their own discretion. I am sure it has helped many thousands of addicts seeking recovery. I am one of them.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book!, March 13, 2000

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J. Harris (Vancouver, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Narcotics Anonymous (Hardcover)

Over the last 10 years I have utilized this book in my recovery. Its principals are simple and facilitate the answers to the problems that addiction presents. Although many books have been written about addiction, this book focuses on recovery. It covers every aspect of recovery from addiction. Following this simple yet comprehensive book has changed my life. Hundreds of recovering addicts helped to write this book, and this attests to its universality.