Live One Life is an eye-opening and heart-touching book. Anyone struggling with traumas or addictions can benefit from the honesty, humility, and hope given in this inspiring read. Dr. David Patterson deals with drug and alcohol addiction, depression, suicide, and dyslexia. A true life coach can only bring to the table the things he has learned on his own life's quest. Having dealt with this pain, he shares personal experiences on his successful path to recovery.Change is an inside job and you must start with yourself because, "If nothing changes... nothing changes." Through proven solutions, David empowers you to overcome your challenges.In this book, he teaches you to be honest and accountable for your actions and to stop rationalizing and justifying your destructive thoughts and behaviors. David has a rare gift of reaching the hearts of people and relieving human suffering. He helps transform lives. His techniques work and bring an overwhelming sense of peace and love by freeing you from your past.Dr. Patterson's Compass Model is a masterpiece that roadmaps life's journey. It uses a variety of tools and insights to help you overcome the traumas, dramas, and addictive behaviors of life. It guides you on your path to victory so that you can Live One Life! You can win the battle. You are not alone.
This is a succinct overview of every tool you will need to overcome any addiction and improve the quality and functioning of your life. I found the STEER Checklist and the Live One Life Compass to be extremely helpful tools in assessing where you are currently at and how to move forward with your progress.
Dr. Patterson has lived an extraordinary life. I can’t imagine changing my life around like he has done. This book has made me want to examine my life and look for ways to improve. I’m eager to try some of the steps he proposes.
This book will give you all the tools you need to Live One Life. It is applicable to everyone who is looking for self-improvement. I am extremely impressed with Dr. Patterson’s personal story and how he overcame the trauma, drama, and addictive behaviors that nearly destroyed his life. His inspiring story and the principles that helped him in his recovery can help you too!