Shifting Attention: The Curious Tale of Addiction
And the Magical Art of Recovery
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Narrated by:
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Alex Freeman
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C.W. V. Straaten
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A Unique & Mind-Blowing Addiction Recovery Book Written By Former Addict C.W. V. Straaten.
Core beliefs need to be changed to break the chain of addiction. This is a surprising book to give you the fundamental & uncommon tools to fundamentally shift your attention from addiction to a deeply satisfying experience of life. A preview of what's inside the book:
Remarkable tools you won't find in any other recovery book, to understand & ascend addiction
How to fundamentally climb the ladder of reality
Exercises to safely shift your attention right before and during relapses
Concepts to fully embrace and shine utmost clarity on how your addiction pattern works (thoughts & actions)
Motivation to ignite the fantastic fighter spirit within you to leave addiction behind for good
And more.
©2020 C.W. V. Straaten (P)2022 C.W. V. StraatenListeners also enjoyed...
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