Grant me the serenity to accept the things I can\u2019t change, The courage to change the things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference.
Maybe you\u2019ve just started on the road to recovering from addiction. Or you\u2019ve tried to stop abusing alcohol or drugs before, but haven\u2019t been successful. Perhaps you\u2019re making progress in a support group or 12-step program, but want to add an approach grounded in science. No matter how far you\u2019ve come, how far you still have left to go, or which path you\u2019ve chosen, this book can help you end your struggle with addiction.
The Wisdom to Know the Difference is an addiction recovery workbook based in acceptance and commitment therapy, or ACT. Research shows that ACT is a powerful treatment for alcoholism, drug addiction, depression, and other issues, and it can be used alone or in combination with any 12-step program. On this particular path, you\u2019ll learn to accept what you can\u2019t change about yourself and your past and commit to changing the things you can. You\u2019ll overcome your addiction by focusing on what you value most, like your talents, friends, career, relationships, and family. There\u2019s no need to wait any longer. This book will help you find the serenity, courage, and wisdom it takes to leave substance abuse behind for good.
