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Index
Gifts of Sobriety
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction: The Promises of Sobriety
The Other Side of the Struggle
Millions Have Gone Ahead
Uncovering the Real Self
The Promises
Chapter One— We Are Going to Know a New Freedom and a New Happiness
Freedom Is a Birthright
Freedom and Powerlessness
Who's in Charge?
Cunning, Baffling, and Powerful
Defining Freedom
A Connection with Others
Freedom from Dishonesty
New Awareness
Happiness Redefined
Chapter Two— We Will Not Regret the Past nor Wish to Shut the Door on It
Seeing the Past Clearly
Embracing the Gray Area
The Higher Power Connection
The Miracle of Accountability
Making Amends
Living in the Present
Forgiving Ourselves and Others
Chapter Three— We Will Comprehend the Word Serenity and We Will Know Peace
Genuine Serenity Is Possible
The Paradox of Intellect
The Serenity Quest
Letting Go of Control
The Serenity Prayer
Chapter Four— No Matter How Far Down the Scale We Have Gone, We Will See How Our Experience Can Bene
The Punishment of Isolation
The Gift of Social Connection
The Benefits of Fellowship
Bringing Light to Dark Subjects
Chapter Five— That Feeling of Uselessness and Self-Pity Will Disappear
A Window of Truth
A Gradual Turn for the Better
Born Whole and Complete
A Change in Priorities
Misery Becomes Optional
Chapter Six— We Will Lose Interest in Selfish Things and Gain Interest in Our Fellows
Global and Radical Changes
No Longer Self-Centered
Stop Feeding the Disease
Relationships Increase in Value
Chapter Seven— Self-Seeking Will Slip Away
A True Sense of Relaxation
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