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[watson2182]

hello i am new to this forum. i have a drug and alcohol addiction and starting to stop few weeks ago and doing some steps and programs to stop my addiction. honestly i am really decided to stop. but sometimes temptation and distraction is hitting me. then one of my friend told me about meditation. i am now trying the Mindfulness Meditation for Addiction Cravings.

[JonW]

Hi watson2182,
Welcome to the forum.
Please feel free to make yourself at home here and to ask any questions that arise or join in any of the conversation threads.
It's great to hear that you've taken up that meditation. I hope it's proving beneficial to you.
To become grounded in mindfulness practice, undertaking an 8-week course can be hugely beneficial. If there are no classes in your area, you might want to consider following the course with the help of a good book. The one I usually recommend is Finding Peace In A Frantic World by Mark Williams and Danny Penman.
All good things,
Jon, Hove

[watson2182]

Hello JonW. thank you for sharing that book sir. i am planning to buy one.and willing to read it soon. we'll keep better terms in the days ahead, same instance, anticipate, I'll have lots of opportunities to learn from your acquired knowledge, brilliance, and experiences. It's an honor knowing you, and having you In here on Everyday mindfulness

[JonW]

Likewise, watson2182.
We're building a flourishing international community here at Everyday Mindfulness. It's great to welcome you aboard.
Do check out the other areas of the site including the fast-growing interview section which features some of the leading lights in the mindfulness field. Jon Kabat-Zinn has promised us an interview which will be conducted soon.
All good things,
Jon, Hove
http://www.everyday-mindfulness.org/interviews/

[watson2182]

thank you john. yes i will visit the interview section. i,m looking forward on john kabat-zinn interview.

[Pointspayne]

Hello everyone - stepping in here from the uk

I too have alcohol issues and have done for a long time.

This programme has helps me deal with pain from a condition i have my pain is very under control and easy to manage

I am hoping to now try to see how Mindfulness can help me stop getting so drunk at every chance I get

[JonW]

Hi Pointspayne,
Welcome to the forum.
Please feel free to make yourself at home here, and to ask any questions about mindfulness that might arise.
All good things,
Jon