Author : Donald Richard Wright
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1616494549
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (164 download)
Book Synopsis The Way of Our People by : Donald Richard Wright
Download or read book The Way of Our People written by Donald Richard Wright and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-06-02 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These inspirational meditations, prayers, and stories are written by an Ojibwe Elder and alcohol and drug counselor to speak with clarity, wisdom, and care about the everyday experience of recovery. The author combines Ojibwe and Twelve Step spiritual principles and practices with stories from Indians at all stages of recovery to help readers navigate the challenges and rewards of living sober. Each of this book’s 52 meditations includes a short reflection, a related story "from the rooms" of AA, and seven prayers—one for every day of the week. Grounded in reliance on the Creator, the wisdom of Elders, and the support of the sober community, this unique collection is intended to provide daily strength and hope for the recovery journey and counteract the harsh realities of poverty, violence, and broken relationships that are too often fueled by alcohol and other drug use. Readers will recognize the value of spiritual laws like Honesty, Sharing, Kindness, and Strength as well as the power of traditional rituals such as offering tobacco with prayers. Whatever our culture, we can apply this book’s wisdom to our recovery and life.