A Spiritual Pathway to Recovery from Addiction
Addiction occurs among physicians at the same rate as in the general population, about 10%. Unlike the general population, however, an intensive rehabilitation program, geared specifically for their profession, vastly improves their chances of finding long-term sobriety. Over 70% of these physicians will be clean and sober-and practicing medicine-five years later.
How is this achieved, and can these principles be applied to anyone?
A Spiritual Pathway to Recovery from Addiction is the memoir of a group of physicians going through an intensive rehab program for addiction to drugs and alcohol. It is presented as a collection of their stories and the lessons they encountered during their time together.
As they proceed on a course of personal self-discovery, they share their past experiences, fears, and hopes. As the lessons of recovery begin to sink in, their thinking and behavior change from that of a self-absorbed ego-driven wreck to someone capable of changing their life for the better, without drugs or alcohol.
In his memoir, Dr. Meadows shares his insight into the spiritual pathway to recovery from addiction.
Linville Meadows, M.D.
Dr. Meadows is an Honors graduate of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and studied at Duke University. He later held faculty positions at both institutions. He was recognized internationally for his work in cancer research, receiving both grants and awards. He authored numerous scientific articles. He was designated as a Clinical Investigator of the National Cancer Institute.
His recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol began May 7, 1997. Since then, he has counseled a large number of addicts and alcoholics striving to get clean and sober. His observations and study over the last 20+ years form the basis for his book.
He and his wife Ann live on a hobby farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. In the barnyard you will find 2 sheep, 3 alpacas, 1 donkey, and numerous birds including turkeys, ducks, geese, and bunch of chickens. An organic garden sits nearby. He is an avid photographer and plays bluegrass guitar.
For more information about Dr. Meadows and his book, please visit https://www.spiritualpathwaytorecovery.com/welcome
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