Melanie Solomon

Hi,

After battling a twelve-year addiction, and being trapped in the "recovery merry-go-round" nightmare, I have finally woken up after almost dying several times. My second edition of "AA-Not the Only Way" which is also at www.aanottheonlyway.com has just become available, where you will learn about my life, as it has taken both its ups and downs, and how I have come out on the other side ok. There is also a multitude of alternative self-help groups to find out about, and other ways to assist you in either stopping your drinking or using, or moderating it to a harmless level. In this new edition, I have also added alternatives such as hypnosis, acupuncture and Chinese herbs. Add to that a directory of licensed professionals and treatment facilities, if that is determined to be what you need, both within the U.S. and abroad, including all of their contact information...all in one place, so you are not overwhelmed with having to go to the Internet and have to face the thousands if not millions of pages of information out there; now it's all in one convenient book. I know how hard this time in your life is, which is why I also make myself available for you to speak with personally, if that is what you need. (Make sure to go to my site to sign up for your FREE first time 30 minute phone consultation!) I wish you all the best, and just know that I've been there, and I know what you're going through so I can relate, and just know that it does get better. I also deal with a mental disorder on top of all of this, which I talk about in the book as well. It has been said that most people with addiction issues also suffer from some sort of mental disorder as well, so if you are one of them, please do not feel alone in this either. There is help. I wish you all the very best.

I have now devoted my life to researching alternatives to 12-step programs, and sharing this information with others, most recently through the 2nd Edition of my book, then through my website, www.aanottheonlyway.com where there are many other beneficial resources, plus a new FREE discussion forum, open not only to people suffering, but to loved ones who are concerned and professionals in the field. This way, there can be a safe, supportive community which will encourage expanding the dialog and knowlege about all available recovery options. Since research shows that the BEST predictor for success is the ability to CHOOSE your own recovery program, now you will finally have up-to-date information to make an informed decision, and therefore, have the best chance to lead a happy and healthy life. Here's to your success!