Official Review: Spiritual Recovery by Eric Brunson

LinaMueller · Post by **LinaMueller** » 18 Apr 2021, 08:26

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Spiritual Recovery" by Eric Brunson.]

4 out of 4 stars

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Spiritual Recovery by Eric Brunson is a small program consisting of 12 steps that will teach you how to overcome any addictions. In the words of the author himself, the book aims to help the modern church understand its role in the recovery of the most diverse addicts. The point is that the book is not intended only for priests or people connected to the church. Anyone who has an addiction will benefit from the wisdom contained in the book. Eric is someone who has been in a desperate situation and has been through a lot of problems. Far from being just the work of a theorist, the author has already experienced the same problems himself. The steps he describes in the book were essential for him to overcome his addiction to drinking.

The first question to ask is: what appears to be the root cause of addiction? Most people believe that addicts are degenerate and hopeless individuals without willpower that decided to throw their lives in the trash because they are weak. Some might see it that way, but the reality is much more complex. Many addicts are normal people who have suffered trauma or gone through a difficult time. Even the lack of perspective and the existence of a world in which people live to work can contribute to depression and, consequently, addictions. What I liked most about this book was that the author made it clear that we should empathize with addicts and not judge. If you don't think that addiction can destroy someone's life regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status, you are delusional.

On the downside, there are only minor issues to discuss. I found two minor grammatical errors. Besides, on page 52, there is a paragraph with a different color, and the author needs to fix it. Despite that proviso, the book is excellent, and there is no point in prolonging the third paragraph any longer.

All in all, Spiritual Recovery by Eric Brunson deserves four out of four stars. This professionally edited book was well written and delivered what was promised. The errors mentioned in the previous paragraph are not enough to make me deduct one star from the final score. The fact that the book is a short guide did not prevent the author from sharing much knowledge that he acquired by having bad experiences in his own life.

I have already directly experienced the recovery of several acquaintances who looked crestfallen and destroyed by their addictions and overcame countless addictions after contact with the church and religion. Not that I believe an atheist can't overcome his vices: that is not the point. If you believe that everything that happens in life happens at random and has no purpose, the very idea of wanting to recover and do something other than "carpe diem" is somehow pointless. So, even if I weren't a Christian, I would still consider this guide one of the most effective ways to overcome addiction. Even with these caveats, atheists who do not want to reevaluate their beliefs will not like the religious content in this book. It is for this reason that I recommend this book to those who are unable to overcome their addictions and who are Christians or, at least, open to the idea of letting the Christian faith "enter their lives."

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Kavita Shah · Post by **Kavita Shah** » 25 Apr 2021, 12:15

In a short story the Author gave abundant knowledge about How to become addict free, that sounds great. Thanks for the review!

GoodLuck ES · Post by **GoodLuck ES** » 25 Apr 2021, 12:41

I've always loved books where the author uses his/her personal experiences to help readers currently trapped in situations they've conquered.
Addiction is a huge deal. It can ruin lives. Finding a book that helps its sufferers regain control of their lives is great relief.

Great review.

Post by **Becca Olsson** » 25 Apr 2021, 17:30

This sounds like a good tool to use for overcoming addiction. I like that the author uses his own experiences, it shows that his steps really can work. Thanks for the great review!

Kennedy NC · Post by **Kennedy NC** » 26 Apr 2021, 04:13

Practical steps offered by someone who has suffered same experience or addiction usually proves more valuable than the words of a theorist. Great review.

Mwatu · Post by **Mwatu** » 28 Apr 2021, 07:04

I agree with the author's view that addicts are not hopeless people and need more understanding than judgement. Glad to read that the author was able to overcome his own addiction and is now offering help to those that need it. Thank you for this review!