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No One Ever “Wants To” Get Sober

No One Ever “Wants To” Get Sober

Lots of People Do It Anyway “They have to want it.” As a recovering alcoholic and an addiction professional, I’ve heard this refrain more times than I care to consider. I used to say the words myself. Conventional wisdom tells us that, for a person in active addiction...

Insights and Reflections

10 Tips for Families Facing Addiction

 I’ve spent more than 25 years helping people and their families contend with addiction issues. These are some things I’ve found myself saying frequently and consistently.   1. The idea that the person has to “want to stop” is a myth. At some point, a person must...

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The Book that Helped Me Most When I Stopped Drinking

There is No Close Second Recently, I was scrolling a social media feed and happened upon a post that caught my eye. The writer shared a list of the 10 books she found most helpful when she stopped drinking, a couple of years before, and that she has since found useful...

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No One Ever “Wants To” Get Sober

Lots of People Do It Anyway “They have to want it.” As a recovering alcoholic and an addiction professional, I’ve heard this refrain more times than I care to consider. I used to say the words myself. Conventional wisdom tells us that, for a person in active addiction...

read more

About Tom Gentry

Tom Gentry is dedicated to empowering individuals facing addiction challenges. With years of experience in counseling and personal development, Tom founded The Manifest to offer a platform of support and understanding. Through his podcasts and writings, he aims to foster a community where people can embrace their true selves and embark on a path to recovery. The Manifest is not just a resource; it’s a mission to change lives by encouraging authenticity and resilience.

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