The Book of John: (Not the one in the Bible)

by Mr. John T. Long

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Author: Mr. John T. Long

Publisher: FriesenPress

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ISBN 10: 1525549944
ISBN 13: 978-1525549946

★"A real page turner!"★ ★"Honest, Raw, Gripping!"★★"A remarkable story."★ ★"Compelling."★ ★"Authentic."★

★#1 NEW RELEASE IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE-AMAZON MAY 14, 2019!★

This is my life of addiction and recovery. It's not just about alcoholism and substance abuse. It's about relationships and recovery from life! Not only have I identified the problems of why I drank and did drugs, but also have written about the solutions to them. The techniques outlined in my book will guide you to a life without alcohol and drugs!!!

A compelling memoir documenting John’s addictions, relationship’s, the supernatural, spiritualism and the 12 steps. The story is filled with raw, jaw dropping accounts of real life events that are dreamlike, laugh out loud humor, and life lessons that leave the reader feeling uplifted, lighter and exploding into a million pieces of joy! Through his personal experiences John shows how he ultimately reached that place of peace and understanding that the world can neither give nor take away. Rather than meditating in a cave for twenty years, John has taken life head on in outrageous and sometimes unbelievable experiences that led to his awakening.

The reader will be shocked, crying and then laughing uncontrollably over his strange and wonderful life full of hardship, supernatural experiences and spiritual epiphanies. The story moves along at a good pace, and just when the reader thinks that he/she knows what is going to happen next, something out of the blue occurs. Lots of suspense and surprise and wonder. John tells the story in the present tense. That gives it a sense of immediacy. The humorous touches throughout are great! They balance out the sad stories in a yin-yang kind of way. John’s voice in the prose is clear and persuasive. The reader can hear him saying these words sitting as if right next to them. Too many writers try to generate an “authorial” voice and end up sounding contrived. This book, on the other hand, clearly comes from the heart. It peels back layers of mystery yet never goes so far afield that the reader cannot follow. It is a journey the reader will love taking!

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I just finished your book last night! Holy crap is it ever good! I laughed, cried and said "OMG" alot! Your book is an amazing testament of how "Everything Happens For a Reason"... Its quite mind-blowing when you sit back and think of how the Universe works in ways that we can't even begin to imagine!

My father's death was my catalyst for my huge life change. It is the event in my life that almost killed me, yet his death is what started me on my journey which eventually led us to being in Sedona and doing the fire ceremony. I actually got the fire ceremony idea after I wrote God a letter about my dad and the pain I was in with losing him, I asked Him to remove the pain... And He did!

I've been sitting here with tears running down my face after reading that the fire ceremony is what helped you finish the book!

Spirit works in the most magnificent ways... For me, it always goes back to my dad. This is why we have to Bless The Bullshit.... It's fertilizer for your dreams!

Amazing book written by an amazing soul!!-Patricia Mona

PATRICIA MONNA INTUITIVE CONSULTING Midpark Centre. 220 259 Midpark Way SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2X 1M2 403.397.0538

INDIE READER REVIEW

"...John T. Long narrates a history of drug and alcohol abuse that spanned most of his adult life. After a stint in rehab, Long developed an interest in self-help and New Age spirituality that helped him maintain his sobriety."

"Attorney, life coach, and former addict John T. Long presents a memoir, self-help guide hybrid exploring how metaphysical spirituality (along with Alcoholics Anonymous) helped him on his recovery journey. The book spans Long's teenage years through recent history, beginning in the 1970s when he first started experimenting with drugs and alcohol, and also engaged in the first of a long series of codependent and abusive relationships with women. He moves through a number of jobs and marriages over the years as his substance abuse problem escalated and ultimately reached a climax with a crack addiction...After a stint in rehab, Long then began attending AA meetings, while also studying the works of gurus like Marianne Williamson and William (Wayne) Dyer...

...Readers interested in learning about metaphysical spirituality, including crystal healing, aura readings, and chakra-focused meditation will find some interesting material here, as Long shares his firsthand experience with learning about and incorporating these practices into his life. He also offers astute (and hard-won) commentary about setting aside one's ego and learning to trust God in order to live a more authentic spiritual life."

IR Verdict: THE BOOK OF JOHN is a strange amalgam of spirituality and addiction recovery testimonial from an author who hit rock bottom and lived to tell the tale. Long's account is compelling..."-Indie Reader

From the Author

The Opioid and substance abuse crisis is accelerating at an exponential rate. According to the CDC WONDER online database as of 2017, there were 102,058 deaths from overdose and alcohol deaths totaled 88,000. These figures do not take into account heart attacks, cancer, liver disease, suicides, and "accidents" directly attributable to the disease. (Dis-ease.)

People from all walks of life are "victims" of their environment, (where they're born), genetics, programming, (commercials, advertising, parents), and education (just say no, drink responsibly), and are literally taken hostage by the disease of alcoholism and addiction. As a result, they participate willingly without knowing the full consequences of their actions until they take that first drink or drug. The majority of the population can have a drink or take a pain pill for pain and stop, but the real alcoholic and addict takes one drink or pain pill that sets off a chemical reaction and a physical and mental craving for more.

What if you are born into a family that enjoys being "social," having parties, going to social events, whatever they may be? The child sees their parents seemingly enjoy drinking, laughing, and having a good time. What if you are born into a very low income family and you see how your parents struggle to make "ends meet?" The parents come home and take one drink or a few drinks to "relax" from a long day at work. There is nothing wrong with this. What message are you sending to the child or young adult?

What do you see on TV? Beer commercials where the people are "partying" on the beach with attractive men and women. Men and women portraying success and impossible feats!

There is nothing wrong with selling a product! The majority of the population can have one drink to relax or if they get hurt, prescribed pain medication and stop when the pain goes away. What about the phrases, "just say no," "drink responsibly?" The people who are not alcoholic and/or addicts can take a drink or pain pill and stop. But the real alcoholic and addict do not realize they are genetically predisposed to the disease of alcoholism or addiction until they take their first drink or pain pill. Some people say, "It's a choice," and this is true to some extent, however, once we have "chosen" to take a drink or are forced to take a pain pill to alleviate severe pain, that "choice" is removed.

I was born into a middle class family where my parents did just that. They enjoyed throwing parties, going to social events, vacations, etc. and they could drink responsibly and socially. They also "programmed" my brother and I to get an education, work hard, and be a productive member of society. Both of my parents had a strong work ethic and honesty that they taught us. I completed my education, hit the work force and eventually graduated from law school and have had a successful life in the legal field. However, when I took a drink or a drug, my genetics kicked in and set off an actual physical craving for more. I could not stop until I got sick or ran out of money. Then, I would come to and be full of guilt and remorse which, in turn, led to more drinking or whatever the case may have been.

I have just released my book, The Book of John (Not the one in the Bible) that instantly went to #1 New Release in Substance Abuse on Amazon! My book will help millions of people identify, delete and reprogram their subconscious mind to live in perfect peace and joy without drugs and alcohol. I am extremely grateful for being able share my life about the horrors and triumphs of the disease of addiction. The only solution is educating the public on the nature of the problem and the solution.

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