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About The Book

Lessons from my time with the bottle

When people imagine their life’s adventures, alcoholism and addiction aren’t part of the dream. For Derrick How, he carried alcohol and addiction through his life, always hoping alcohol would get him through life’s unexpected turns and wicked twists. His journey to sobriety opened up a whirlwind of personal turmoil, an undercurrent of unresolved conflicts with himself. The journey became a life-jarring quest to help him learn who he was and gain the self-love he needed to replace his self-loathing. Much of his life had been privileged, and he was grateful. He deprived himself, however, of the internal richness of the experiences he was surrounded by. He’d never taken the time to find out what his life had been missing. There was always an internal dissonance he couldn’t shake. Profound experiences felt short-lived and lacked the potency he craved. Even joyful events set him back because of the added pressures he placed on himself. This resulted in accidents, setbacks, low moments, and failed efforts at recovery. Only through the fusion of philosophy into his healing did he begin to see life through a new lens, uncovering a path to genuine self-awareness and fulfillment.

Lessons from my time with the bottle is an inspiring memoir by Derrick How. It chronicles his personal battle with alcoholism and his powerful journey to sobriety. Derrick turned to alcohol to cope with life’s challenges, but it eventually became a crutch, blurring his memories and causing significant problems. This book details his struggle to understand the root of his addiction and the challenges he faced on the road to recovery.

Derrick’s story is more than just overcoming addiction; it’s a testament to the human spirit’s ability to heal. He found the strength to confront his demons, not just to stop drinking, but to rediscover himself.  His experiences offer valuable lessons for anyone battling addiction, reminding them that they’re not alone and there is a path to a brighter future.

Derrick’s hope extends beyond his journey. He aims to break the stigma surrounding addiction and inspire others to seek help and build a fulfilling life. By sharing his story with honesty and authenticity, Derrick aspires to foster a more compassionate society where those struggling with addiction can find the support they need.

Why Read It

When Derrick realized the Importance of evaluating his life on a more intimate level, he was able to release the self-judgment and shame, welcoming in a new transformative approach to healing, health, and recovery. Free from active addiction, he began walking a path that embraced clarity and proactively recognized his personal limits, while expanding his worldview with his newfound freedom and purpose.

With this book. Derrick shares a powerful message, going beyond alcohol being the solution to his self-perceived inadequacies to exploring the source of his problems. If you desire understanding, healing, and inspiration, this story is the ultimate resource to help you surrender addiction and embrace life’s greater meaning.

Are you struggling with alcohol addiction or know someone who is? Lessons from my time with the bottle offers a compelling and hopeful message. In this book, Derrick How shares his personal battle with alcohol and his inspiring path to sobriety. You’ll find not just the challenges he faced, but also the strength he discovered to overcome them. Derrick’s story is a testament to the human spirit’s ability to heal. Even if you feel lost, Derrick’s journey demonstrates that there is a way forward. Casting Shadows also sheds light on the often-misunderstood world of addiction. By reading Derrick’s story, you’ll gain valuable insight and understanding, fostering empathy and breaking down the stigma surrounding addiction. Whether you’re battling addiction yourself or looking to support someone who is, Casting Shadows offers a powerful message of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of recovery.

Book Chapters

Casting Shadows

A Journey into Recovery

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