The Serenity Principle: Finding Inner Peace in Recovery (Paperback)

~ Joseph V. Bailey (Author) "Serenity, which is the immunity to all addic , is characterized by feelings of tranquility, gratitude, contentment, affection for others, and a deep inner peace..." (more)
Key Phrases: Psychology of Mind

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"In a simple and insightful manner, Bailey applies some age-old principles of mental health to an understanding of the nature of addiction and offers the hope that, for counselors and clients alike, serenity can be the immediate goal rather than the distant dream." -- John Du Cane, executive director, Institute for Chemical Dependency Professionals of Minnesota --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

This challenge to the paradigms of addiction and recovery theory shows those in recovery how to tap their own source of positive energy in a new approach to the search for serenity--a quest long recognized as the key to recovery.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: HarperOne; 1 edition (March 16, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0062500392
• ISBN-13: 978-0062500397
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #189,513 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Book, November 21, 2000

By A Customer

This is a practical spiritual book no unlike 12 steps it works. I would also encourage people to read An Encounter With A Prophet for a powerful spiritual book that get's you closer to your higher power.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Serenity, April 18, 1999

By A Customer

This book is excellent. You do not have to be recovering from anything for this book to have meaning. Read it several times.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, a concept that really works., June 10, 1999

By A Customer

Bailey has presented easy to grasp ideas that really work for the person in recovery. I have used it on both a personal and professional level and would encourage others to do the same.