As a dedicated member
of a 12 Step recovery program one may think that my review on
Melanie’s book “AA Not the Only Way” might be one of
disapproval. However you would be mistaken.
AA Not the Only Way
pulls no punches when describing Melanie’s personal experience with
conventional treatment and 12 Step fellowships. Determined to
tell her story truthfully it may appear to be a bashing of these
programs, but in reality nothing could be further from the
truth. We here at KHLT Recovery Radio feel that her approach
was necessary in order to be true to herself.
Having said that may
I say that this book is an absolute must read for anyone seeking an
alternative to conventional treatment, 12 Step fellowships and
typical court ordered solutions of the day.
Although Melanie
admits that she does not list all alternatives I must say that she
has been extremely thorough with her investigation of the ones she
has published in her book.
She has informed KHLT
and I that she will be publishing many more resources as her vital
work continues.
The reader of AA Not
the Only Way will be relieved to see a variation of spiritual as
well as medical and educational methods within each of the programs
listed. In fact for the person seeking alternative recovery
but still enjoys the 12 Step methods; many of the programs listed
offer 12 Step philosophies for those who desire it.
In conclusion I must
say that Melanie’s book is as important to the recovery community as
any other method available today. The simple truth is Melanie
Solomon’s book has successfully convinced KHLT Recovery Radio and
myself that her book is a must read for all in recovery. !2 Step or
otherwise.
Thank You Melanie for
a Job Very Well Done.
Monty Meyer / AKA
“The Monty’man
Executive Producer /
Director
KHLT Recovery Radio
President Sponsor to
Sponsor Recovery Publications