Summary
Here's how the dictionary describes alcoholism: While the ingestion of alcohol is, by definition, necessary to develop alcoholism, the use of alcohol does not predict the development of alcoholism. The quantity, frequency and regularity of alcohol consumption required to develop alcoholism varies greatly from person to person. In common and historical usage, alcoholism typically refers to any condition that results in the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages despite negative personal and social consequences.
(1) AA as a source has given us two very efficient tools to aid in Total Recovery. The 12 Steps and The Serenity Prayer. I love to write and I read a lot and it's through books and written material that I find the secrets to success. You may scoff when I suggest Napoleon Hills "Think and Grow Rich" as a bible that will definitely aid in the complete cure of alcoholism, but let me assure you it works and so does "The Power of Positive Thinking" by Norman Vincent Peale. By understanding and applying the thirteen simple steps that constitute Hill's formula, you can: achieve your goals, change your life, and join the ranks of total sobriety. Who knows you might even become rich and successful in the process. I would consider that a bonus Napoleon Hill uncovers the secret to great wealth based on the notion that if you can learn to think like the rich, you can start to behave like them. It is my educated opinion that if you can think like the non alcoholic you can live a successful alcohol free lifestyle.
(2) Do a complete overhaul of your mind and change your way of thinking. With me as a passenger you're in the drivers seat and you can and will cure yourself by using the exercises in my text.
(3) Open your mind, get a clear picture of your problem, find the solution, and stick to your guns. You now have the keys that will start the vehicle that will drive you to the cure. Remember I've been there, suffered the same that you've suffered, felt the same pain, and I can help. Don't hesitate to ask!
(4) Set your goals and make a definite plan to achieve them. Write them down and post them where you can review them daily. Again, take positive action don't let anything or anyone change your direction.
(5) Schedule a time to use auto and self suggestion, everyday. Don't put off what you can do today. In 21 days by constantly reminding yourself and taking care of things up front you will create new habits. Make sure non-procrastination is one of them.
(6) You can become the Master of Your Destiny if you use honesty and integrity as a guide line. Don't blame others for your weaknesses and failures. Everything that has happened to you has happened at your own accord. It was your decision to become an abuser no one else's. It's time to stand on your own two feet and be responsible for your actions.
(7) Use the relaxation steps I outlined for you to put yourself in a hypnotic state to use auto and self suggestion. Make sure you are completely relaxed before you start feeding your mind. It may take several times before it becomes effective but don't give up it really works.
(8) Use repetition and retention to amplify your senses. Learn to meditate at least once a week, more if so desired. Meditation will renew old goals and aspirations, it will also recapture old strengths and moral beliefs.
(9) Keep yourself physically fit by taking long walks, working in your yard, participating in a sport, working out in a gym and anything that keeps you moving. Keep yourself nutritionally fit by eating the right foods, taking vitamins, drinking several glasses of water or juice and eat small amounts several times daily. Keep everything in moderation.
(10) Again, make good use of the 12 Steps and the Serenity Prayer. They are both real good guide lines for daily living. Responsibility for one's actions is the pathway to freedom from alcohol and drug addiction. I was never a member of the AA Fellowship but I used the Serenity Prayer and the 12 Steps as a powerful tool to find and maintain my recovery. Take action now. Memorize the Serenity Prayer and use it. Go to the step sessions at a fellowship hall long enough to cover all 12 steps then use them as a daily guide be responsible, take action and by all means change your way of thinking.
(11) Practice unconditional love. Join in community events. Schedule everything we've covered and keep it up on a daily basis. Constantly work on changing your way of thinking. Remember there's no such thing as impossible, everything is possible.
(12) Review, review, and keep reviewing. Contact me for support and encouragement
(13) This is a highly condensed version of my text. However I've covered all the important issues and if you follow my outline you will enjoy the freedom of Total Sobriety.
We live daily in the midst of all manner of thoughts and ideas. Impulses that are reaching our subconscious mind. Some of these impulses are positive, some are negative, if we don't feed our mind daily with positive thoughts then negative thoughts will reach our subconscious mind with out our knowledge. All this time, (with written word) without your knowledge, I presume, I have been feeding your mind with positive thoughts and ideas. I know I have you reading my text but until you have excepted my methods and actually put them to practice, I want to eliminate as many negative impulses as possible. I have several hidden messages through out my written word which are primarily meant to reach your subconscious mind.
I'll end this chapter with a poem. Sent with LOVE from a recovered client.
TODAY I SMILED
Today I smiled, and all at once
Things didn't look so bad.
Today I shared with someone else,
A bit of hope I had.
Today I sang a little song,
And felt my heart grow light,
And walked a happy little mile,
With not a cloud in sight.
Today I worked with what I had
And longed for nothing more,
And what had seemed like only weeds,
Were flowers at my door.
Today I loved a little more
And complained a little less,
And in the giving of myself,
I forgot my weariness.
Testimonials
I sent out messages telling my friends I was writing a text book on Total Sobriety and asked them if they wanted to contribute their testimonies. I received so many replies that I might have to write another book just for testimonies. I didn't get pictures with all the testimonials. The pictures I did get I sadly removed them all because a few of the senders didn't want their pictures published in my book. At any rate I've got their testimonials and that's what really counts.
This ones from Jerry Hargrove.Spring Glen, Utah
Dear Cash
" For me, the hypnotic exercises and self suggestion recordings were the key that brought it all together. I don't know if it's the same for everybody but it has really helped me. It also gives you something to do if you've got a craving that gets hold of you... just put on your headphones and go deeper! Plus, the times when I meditate are a trip in themselves. Feeling this good is as pleasurable as a glass of wine, and it sure does something to your state of mind when you realize you can really do it!" Thanks Cash you were a blessing in disguise Your friend forever, Jerr
P.S. Sober, happier, and wiser...5 years 4 1/2 months
This one is from William Sinclare.West Jorden, Utah
Hey Buddy, If it wasn't for you I would be dead or in prison. Thank God you were there to help change my way of thinking. I'm back with my wife and kids and I have been sober and drug free for almost 8 years. I work for myself now I'm a remodel contractor. Business is great and for the first time in years I got money in the bank. Don't stop what you are doing for the likes of us. Your steps are better than any other steps, they work. Your Buddy Bill
This one is from Eugene Becker.West Valley City, Utah
Hi, Big Daddy Cash, It's been almost three years Cash and I'm still sober. I thank you, my wife thanks you and my kids and grand kids thank you. You brought us all together and put meaning in our lives. I have no desire to drink any more and much more I have no reason. You are our savior. Unconditional Love, Gene
This one is from Cyndi Williams.Glendale, Arizona
Greetings Big Daddy I'm writing to you from our condo in Glendale Park. My husband and I were quite surprised when we found your letter in our inbox. You were the topic of our discussion just a day ago. We have a neighbor that needs your help. His name is Jimmy Brown and he should be contacting you real soon. We've had long talks with him and he has a true desire to change his life around. You did wonders for us and we will always give thanks. Both Bob and I will celebrate our rebirth next Friday. Five years Thanks to you. Five of the happiest and most rewarding years we have ever had. We want you to know that we are grateful for all the help and support you gave us and we will love you forever, Yours Truly, Cyndi Williams
This ones from Audrey Clayborn.Austin, Texas
How's Things Big Daddy? We miss you! Four years, three months, two days, and X amount of hours. And were still hanging in there. Great hearing from you. Will never forget you and the new doors you opened for us. My husband is really jiving, hit 200 clams last year, in case you don't know that's $200,000 and climbing. It's all for the thanks of you. You'll always be our Big Daddy Cash the greatest teacher on earth. You taught us, we learned and we won't forget. God Bless, Audrey C. 101
This ones from Jack Lindburg...Hemstead, New York
Dear Cashman,
Remember me Cashman you got me out of the clutches of the V.A.. My third time through the program. I was destined to failure until I met you. You had more confidence in me then I ever had in my self. I couldn't have made it if you hadn't showed me how to rebuild my self image. I remember the nights that I was so drunk I couldn't get up off the floor and you took my hand and said "Come on Jack if I can do it so can you." I'm so glad you never gave up on me. You showed me how to heal my self and now I'm strong and self reliant. I haven't had a drink in a long, long time. Not only did you teach me how to kick the habit you led me straight to God. I thank God everyday that he sent you to cross my bath you saved my life and my soul. Sincerely, JL
PS. Keep up the good work.
This one is from Jill Morris...St. James, Newfoundland
Hi Cash, I'm glad you asked me. All i can say is that your methods work. You saved my life and i give you my love, Jill
This one is from Wendover, Nevada...Robert and Diane Christian
My wife and I send you our love. We want to thank you for saving our marriage. God will Bless You and give you a seat right next to him in heaven. What you are doing is the greatest gift all. And it really works. I've been sober now for almost five years. Highest Regards, Bill and Diane
These are testimonies that I received from my friends, all success stories. I've got 82 more to post they are true and sincere and all friends that I am thankful for.
I did get one letter that I wasn't to happy with, from a director of SOS. I wasn't totally aware of the organization, but I am now. Save Our Selves was founded by Jim Christopher in 1986 and I certainly applaud him for the good he has done in the field of substance abusers. I would never condemn anyone for helping those in need. However one of his closed minded directors sure chewed my butt. I would have posted the letter but the language was so bad that I'd be embarrassed to have my readers observe what he wrote. I'll just consider the source and continue to do what I do the best that I can. Anyway I'd like thank Jim Christopher for the wonderful contribution he has given to humanity. Big Daddy Cash
Friendship
I place a great value on Friendship. There's nothing worth more then a great friendship. True friends make all that you accomplish in life worthwhile. I'll always go that extra mile for a friend.
Sometimes people come into your life and you know right away that they were meant to
be there. They serve some sort of purpose, each you a lesson or help figure out who you are and who you want to become. You never know who these people may be: your neighbor, child, long lost friend, lover, or even a complete stranger who, when you lock eyes with them, you know at that very moment that they will affect your life in some profound way. And sometimes things happen to you and at the time they seem painful and unfair, but in reflection you realize that without overcoming those obstacles you would have never realized your potential strength, will power, or heart.
Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good or bad luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness and sheer stupidity all occur to test the limits of your soul. Without these small tests, whether they be events, illnesses or relationships, life would be like a smoothly paved straight flat road to nowhere, safe and comfortable, but dull and utterly pointless. The people you meet who affect your life and the successes and downfalls you experience create who you are, and even the bad experiences can be learnt from. In fact, they are probably the poignant and important ones. If someone hurts you, betrays you or breaks your heart, forgive them, for they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to whom you open your heart. If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you, but because they are teaching you to love and opening your heart and eyes to things you would have never seen or felt without them. Make every day count. Appreciate every moment and take from it everything that you possibly can, for you may never be able to experience it again. Talk to people you have never talked to before, and actually listen, let yourself fall in love, break free and set your sights high. Hold your head up because you have every right to. Tell yourself you are a great individual and believe in yourself, for if you don't believe in yourself, no one else will believe in you either. You can make of your life anything you wish. Create your own life and then go out and live in it! Live each day as if it were your last.
