Are you feeling exasperated and helpless about your family member’s addiction?

Review from Amazon.com's web site:

"Engaging, grounded and straight forward help for people who love an addict.

Candace Plattor has written a winner. Who hasn't had, or doesn't have, experience with an addict or a co-dependent person in their life? Practically no one. This book is not for everyone who needs help, but this is a book for everyone who wants help. The Top 10 Survival Tips are grounded in 12 Step recovery principles;they are solid, and written about in a very accessible and engaging way.

Addiction is a family disease and the entire family gets sick. When one person in the family begins to recover, the whole family can begin to heal. I work with addicts in recovery every day. Helping people see how their 'loving' family sabotages recovery principles is a painful exercise. The direct, no-nonsense approach taken in this book helps the family member of the addict face their own unconscious and covert sabotage behaviour head on. I strongly recommend this book for any one who is ready to take responsibility for their own life, regardless of whether the addict in their life is sober. Happiness is an inside job!"

Jane Derry - Addiction Specialist

Jane Derry is General Manager and Spiritual Counsellor at A Home Away Retreat in Kelowna, B.C.. A Home Away offers a unique holistic approach to addiction rehab in a non-institutional setting.

“In this book, Candace Plattor outlines some of the major causes for ill health and unhappiness today—addictions. She especially focuses on how to help yourself if you are the loved one of an addict. Bravo to Candace, whose personal experience and brilliant counseling strategies are turning people’s lives around!”

Caroline Sutherland, Author of The Body Knows and The Body Knows… How to Stay Young

Review from Amazon.com's web site:

"Sound Strategies to Help Everyone.

Loving an Addict, Loving Yourself by Candace Plattor provides a ten-step roadmap to regaining control over lives side-tracked by an addict. Her approach, grounded in self-examination, self-respect and self-care, guides us through the changes we need to make in order to break the cycle that holds us at the addict's beck and call.

From facing reality to rebuilding our lives, the strategies described by Plattor apply not only to those with an addict in their lives but to anyone impacted by poor choices made by others.

Easy to read. Highly recommended. "

Jose Sigouin

“We have never met nor have had any contact except through your most amazing book.

My friend had your book out on his desk and the title grabbed my attention straight away so, I picked it up and started reading it.

You captivated me right from the very beginning. It was as if you were talking directly to me about all my very own thoughts and feelings, and that is why I knew I needed a copy of this book for myself.

I know already that it is going to change my life.”

Maria Waller

“I wanted to let you know how much I have enjoyed your book. I will definitely buy another copy to lend to others (or better still, to show them and then have them make a note to buy their own).

I found it very easy to read and a sensible approach for so many of us stuck in our "trying to fix or support" role. I believe when someone is caught in the enabling role of a loved one, they can be helped by a sensible, clear approach. I like yours.

I also like your quotes. And personal stories....

Congratulations for having completed such a wonderful piece of work!”

Karleen Nevery, Counsellor
www.karleennevery.ca

“I am so pleased to have a signed copy of my own. What is so special is that your book has something to offer everyone who has loved ones who struggle with some addiction or even just problems with maturity. As a mother of grown children, I know how easy it is to enable a child in trouble. Your book is a good resource when that urge to “help” overwhelms good sense! Thank you.”

Kathryn Whipple, Virtual Assistant
www.donevirtually.com

Review from Amazon.com's web site:

"A must read for anyone living with or loving an addict.

This is a must read for anyone who has lived with or loved someone dealing with addiction. The sub-title 'The Top 10 Survival Tips for Loving Someone with an Addiction' says it all. The author, Candace Plattor, although a therapist who specializes in addictive behaviors, also speaks from personal experience. It is written in a practical and empathetic manner that encourages the reader to save themselves first and live their own life well!"

Pamela Chatry, Personal Business Manager
www.pamelachatry.com

“I read your book Loving an Addict, Loving Yourself: The Top 10 Survival Tips for Loving Someone with an Addiction from start to finish the very first night I got it. I couldn't put it down because I kept wanting to know about the next survival tip! It was a very positive read and it left me feeling relieved.

Being in a relationship with a drug addict, I had been thinking that I had to end it with him completely and never see him again. I thought this was the only way, but I'm starting to learn that pulling away from the relationship even a little bit can be a very positive thing. And focusing on myself isn't so selfish, and not a bad thing! I'm starting to do just that. I still read part of your book each night to keep my spirit uplifted.

I especially like the case studies because they give me a sense of how to go about working on the relationship in a healthy way, rather than continuing the patterns I got used to. I especially like how each case study ends off with a positive outcome for the loved one of the addicted person.

I will keep working hard toward my goals, and fulfilling my spirit at the same time. I now understand what Nelson Mandela was saying in his inauguration speech, and I'm happy to say that I’m slowly allowing my own light to shine. Thank you for your help.”

M.C.