Take the High Road: It's Not Where You Begin It's How You Finish; a Must Read for Those with Disabilities and Addictions

Jeffrey Claude Parker Msw

ISBN 10: 1728329116 / ISBN 13: 9781728329116

Published by Authorhouse, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Take the High Road: It's Not Where You Begin It's How You Finish; a Must Read for Those with Disabilities and Addictions
• Publisher: Authorhouse
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1728329116
• ISBN 13: 9781728329116
• Binding: Hardback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 485 grams

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Synopsis

This is a story of a constant battle where the battler beat the odds and took the high road. The first two sections focus on: problems, problems, problems/pathology, the author's battles with disabilities, abuse, trauma, violence, institutions and incarceration. Section three focuses on the complex and intimate relationships within a dysfunctional family system. Relationships of love for his mother, his human savior but enabler; the hate and resolution with his father who was his abuser and his hero. Sections four and five focus on positive change and growth. Specific examples are given of how to motivate yourself and others. Changing priorities and energy shifts. The author's course of life changed from self-destruction to success and happiness through hard work, and determination. Tricks of the trade are shared to show how he used his past nightmare experiences to help him succeed in his recovery from epilepsy, addiction and mental health diagnoses. Many techniques discussed in the book have been helpful for people struggling with addictions and mental illnesses. The author believes that courage, resilience and faith are crucial factors needed to overcome adversity and take the high road.