Putting Out the Fire of Addiction: A Holistic Guide to Recovery (Paperback)

~ Roger Klinger (Author)

Editorial Reviews

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"* "The authors take a very heavy, complicated process of life [addiction] and bring it in for a soft landing. Anyone following this manual will master the piloting of their own vessel." - Patch Adams, M.D. * "Brilliant and courageous. This book...can transform the treatment of addiction. A seminal guide for the healing of addictive patterns in us all.." - Jacqueline Small, author of Embodying Spirit"

Product Description

A wonderful, empowering guide to recovery from Addiction * A wonderful guide to changing destructive habits, strengthening your immune system, and harnessing the healing power of ritual prayer and meditation In Putting Out the Fire of Addiction the authors stresses the creation of a healing community, and emphasizes integration of body, mind, and spirit. Discussing psychotherapy, whole-person medicine, and holistic health education, the author presents a powerful guide to recovery.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 234 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies (August 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0658002813
• ISBN-13: 978-0658002816
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,459,879 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book - Even if You're Not an Addict!, February 26, 2003

By	Robert Boog (Valencia, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

One night while browsing on the Internet, I tried to purchase a book on success below the list price - by a second-hand provider on Amazon, but when I received my shipment, I was somewhat surprised and disappointed. Why? I'd received the title Putting Out the Fire of Addiction.
I thought to myself, what the heck. I might as well read the book first - then send it back. I'll make a big stink about the mistake. So I sat down and started to read Putting Out the Fire of Addiction in a "might as well make the best of it" kind of mood.
About two chapters into the book I felt a powerful urge to pull out my highlighter pen and underline key passages, but I held back, telling myself, "This book's going back, remember?"
To make a long story short, this book did not go back. It has been underlined and will one day most likely be a rainbow of highlighter colors. Why? Because this book is definitely a keeper - to be treasured and read over and over. The pages are filled with enough love, hope, good advice and interesting stories to help any soul - troubled or not - plus keep the authors in good karma for the rest of eternity!
If you are facing uncertainty in your life, or are struggling with addiction, or simply wanting to find your soul's proper journey, don't wait for some fluke mistake. I suggest that you add this book to your Amazon shopping cart immediately.
And to Barry and Roger - Bravo on a job well done!

4.0 out of 5 stars Useful, November 20, 2009

By	Charles J. Morningstar - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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As a person in recovery I found many of the topics useful. Those in recovery would agree that as individuals there is not a "cookie cutter' method that works for everyone. We need to develope a toolbox for not only the now but the future as well. This book offers suggestions not found in mainstream gatherings. Good Job!