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  <title><![CDATA[One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps]]></title>
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  <default_description>Kevin Griffin, a Buddhist meditation teacher and longtime Twelve Step practitioner, weaves his personal story of recovery with traditional Buddhist teachings. The book takes us on a journey through the Steps, examining critical Twelve Step ideas like Powerlessness, Higher Power, and Moral Inventory through the lens of Buddhism. One Breath at a Time presents potent ancient techniques for finding calm and clarity and offers a vision of a Higher Power not tied to traditional Western Judeo-Christian concepts. One Breath at a Time describes the convergence of two vital traditions, one ancient, the other contemporary, and shows how they are working together to create a rich spiritual path for our times. Certain to resonate with both meditators and those whose mantra is 'One day at a time,' One Breath at a Time should find a large, welcoming audience.</default_description>
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  <date_added>Thu Nov 27 20:37:26 -0800 2008</date_added>
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    <body><![CDATA[I like this perspective on the steps. I wish, however, that there were some questions to answer. I always enjoy a good workbook for the steps. So, Kevin Griffin, I'm putting you on notice...how 'bout a workbook to accompany this book? If you need a writer who's familiar with Buddhism and the steps, ...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/38782349">more...</a>]]></body>
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  <date_added>Thu Oct 02 15:31:20 -0700 2008</date_added>
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    <body><![CDATA[Kevin Griffin was an alcoholic musician whose life was going nowhere. He couldn’t seem to keep it together – his relationships, bands and apartments all would dissolve away – and he was at a loss as to why. He was drinking himself into a stupor every night in an effort to not be present in his...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/34390758">more...</a>]]></body>
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  <read_at>Mon Mar 03 00:00:00 -0800 2008</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[I originally purchased this book for a family member in recover but soon purchased a copy of myself.  The advicem, techniques, and wisdom in this book are timeless, whether you're struggling with any type of problem in your life or just want to deepend your own spirituality and/or Buddhist practice....<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/17594823">more...</a>]]></body>
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  <read_at>Sat Jun 13 00:00:00 -0700 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[I thought this was a book on Buddhism and was confused by all the talk about booze and getting sober. It's about Alcoholics Anonymous. oops]]></body>
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  <read_at>Tue Jun 23 18:58:17 -0700 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[I have already read this book twice, and am now reading it again for a study group on Buddhism and the Twelve Steps. Highly recommended for those interested in this topic. I will write a more thorough review after this reading.]]></body>
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  <read_at>Tue Aug 26 00:00:00 -0700 2008</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[A brilliant account of a man coming to terms with his disease, sobriety and practicing Buddhism - written in an easy to understand format and just enough detail. This book is especially good regarding meditation. <br/><br/>]]></body>
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    <review id="13025789">
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  <read_at>Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2008</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[if you are interested in buddhism and the 12 steps I think it is a good read. Kinda about the author's journey through addiction and spirituality.]]></body>
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  <read_at>Tue Jun 01 00:00:00 -0700 2004</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[Kevin is a friend of mine. I enjoyed his personal accounts the most.]]></body>
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  <read_at>Tue May 01 00:00:00 -0700 2007</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[Fantastic, both for practicing buddhists and people in recovery. ]]></body>
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  <read_at>Sun Feb 01 00:00:00 -0800 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[This book went a long way to helping me realize that I don't have to believe in a white-haired western old man in order to be a part of the fellowship of a twelve-step program for recovery from drugs &amp; alcohol.<br/><br/>I was especially impressed with the author's faithfulness to both traditions. ...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/54351056">more...</a>]]></body>
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