A Sponsorship Guide for 12-Step Programs
Author: MT
A Sponsorship Guide for 12-Step Programs offers the reader far-ranging suggestions, based on concrete experience, for the most common issues and dilemma that arise when one agrees to become a sponsor in any 12-step program Seventeen sponsors (with collective recovery time of over 250 years) share their experience and insights as they describe common situations sponsors face and relate the solutions they used. This is the first book of its kind--for sponsors, by sponsors.Dived into three main sections--"Sponsorship Basics," "Working the Steps with a Sponsee," and "Common issues that Come Up"--this book will be of use to anyone who has agreed to be a sponsor, or anyone who does not have access to a sponsor.A Sponsorship Guide is like having a sponsor in a book.
Library Journal
AA to Z is a reader-friendly paperback chock full of useful information for new Alcoholics Anonymous participants, students of 12-step programs, and the general reader curious to know how such programs operate. Cavanaugh, managing editor for Reader's Digest General Books, presents a brief overview of AA's beginnings, its connection to the Oxford movement, and its enduring steps to sobriety. "Through the years," Cavanaugh states, "the people who live a 12-step life have formed a unique culture, with a language, history, and set of customs all its own. This book attempts to document that culture." Introductory comments are followed by "Jack's Story," a prototype of addiction and recovery, as well as an alphabetic "addictionary" of AA jargon. In A Sponsorship Guide, which is set up in interview format, a group of 17 active, experienced sponsors, primarily from New York City and the West Coast, comment on issues such as same-sex sponsorship, the place of friendship in a sponsor/sponsee relationship, gay sponsorship, and qualities of a good sponsor. Each of the 12 steps is discussed, as well as various methods for working them with sponsees. Readers are assured that there are many ways to be an effective sponsor and that no one path to success exists. Included are a suggested reading list and step worksheets. Although the author remains anonymous, she reveals that she is a Los Angeles screenwriter and director.Catherine T. Charvat, John Marshall Lib., Alexandria, Va.
Interesting book: Jefferson and His Time or Righteous Propagation
Fitness Unleashed!: A Dog and Owner's Guide to Losing Weight and Gaining Health Together
Author: Marty Becker
Got a canine couch potato? In just a few weeks, man's best friend can become man's best exercise buddy. Here's how!
Like their owners, more than half of American dogs are overweight. Research shows that trim pets live up to two years longer than overweight ones-making for a more healthy, vibrant life for your dog.
In a groundbreaking study, top obesity expert Dr. Robert Kushner found that exercising with your dog not only benefits your furry friend, it also gives you more confidence and motivation to exercise, leading to more weight-loss success. Dr. Kushner and prominent veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker have teamed up to present a simple, comprehensive walking program-beginning with just three 15-minute walks per week-that is as good for you as it is for your dog!
From starting out on the right foot (or paw) to gradually increasing the duration of your walks, Fitness Unleashed! is an indispensible guide to fitness and fun for you and your dog.
Library Journal
As obesity becomes more prevalent in humans, veterinarians like Becker are finding increasing obesity in canines. To address both problems, he and Kushner, a specialist in obesity issues, have joined forces in this guide to human and dog weight management. Through entertaining multiple-choice quizzes, readers can gauge their fitness as well as the fitness of their dogs; by tallying points, they can pick a plan of action to get themselves and their canine companions exercising. Interspersed among personal anecdotes are pieces of expert advice on everything from gear (good leashes and sneakers) to snacks (baby carrots for humans and canines) as well as success stories from people who embraced this healthier lifestyle for themselves and their pets. This work is suitable for any public library, regardless of the strength of its consumer health collection. The subject matter is primarily geared toward human health, but it would not be out of place in a pet/animal care collection.-Rachel M. Minkin, Graduate Theological Union Lib., Berkeley, CA Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.
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