While the front of the book carries the subtitle "the search for spirituality in everyday life", the pages within make extensive references to the Twelve Step Alcoholics Anonymous program. As a famous rabbi and psychiatrist, Twerski has counseled countless individuals on their road to recovery. In his experience, the most effective way to get addicts off their drugs is not just talk therapy or even psychotherapy but rather group therapy in a Twelve Step setting. While those not battling addictions may be quick to put the book down, Twerski argues that the methodologies in the Alcoholics Anonymous program can help anyone on a road to spirituality. Even though he is a rabbi, Twerski does not proselytize. He even goes so far as to say that readers need not accept his view of God or even belong to organized religion. However, in order to achieve a heightened state of consciousness--spirituality--man must acknowledge that he is not in control and there is a "higher power". Along this journey, readers are encouraged to take a self assessment of their character (including flaws), find their purpose in life, and make amends with anyone they've hurt (where possible). I'm no alcoholic but I found great value and lessons in the pages of this book.
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