Twelve Jewish Steps to Recovery (2nd Edition): A Personal Guide to Turning From Alcoholism and Other Addictions―Drugs, Food, Gambling, Sex...

by Kerry M. Olitzky, Stuart Copans, Sheldon Zimmerman (Introduction)

This book is not just for Jewish people. It's for all people who would gain insight-- and strength to heal--from Jewish tradition. - All people who are in trouble with alcohol, drugs, or other addictions--food, gambling, and sex - Anyone seeking an understanding of the Twelve Steps from a Jewish perspective--regardless of religious background or affiliation - Alcoholics and addicts in recovery - Codependents - Adult children of alcoholics - Specialists in recovery and treatment An updated and expanded edition of a recovery classic. A rabbi, a psychiatrist, and many recovering Jewish people share their understanding of the Twelve Jewish Steps of recovery from addiction of all kinds based on conversations with each other--and with God. They present a Jewish perspective on the Twelve Steps and offer consolation, inspiration, and motivation for recovery--for people of all faiths and backgrounds--by drawing on traditional and contemporary Jewish sources and by sharing what recovering people say about their experiences. They explore why some Jews are uncomfortable with the Twelve Steps, as well as how the Jewish understanding of the Twelve Steps differs from the Christian understanding of it.

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1991

About the author

Rabbi Kerry M. Olitzky is a leader in the development of Jewish education, particularly for adults. He has shaped training programs for clergy of all faiths, especially in the area of pastoral care and counseling in the Jewish community. He is the author of over 75 books and hundreds of articles in a variety of fields. He is known for books that bring the insights of Jewish wisdom into everyday living. His opinion pieces are published in leading publications throughout North America and in Israel. Most of his recent publications are children's picture books, as well as the early reader The Adventures of Leila and Ilana

Reviews

[Vandelia and George Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good overview of the comparison of Torah and Jewish learning to the 12 Steps of AA. I found it very informative and supportive of my understanding of AA Steps and Traditions.