The Red Road to Wellbriety: In the Native American Way

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I would like to preface this interview with the admission that I am not Native American or a First Nations individual. I purchased this text for a young Native American man who struck me as bright, having many talents whose choices had taken him to a very dark place. His history included involvement with the legal system, multiple incarcerations. He had completed a number of inpatient, residential and outpatient substance programs. What was remarkable about his history wasn't substance use and the impact on his life or his family, but rather the lack of familiarity with a culture that he identified with. He was familiar with 12 step traditions from previous treatment and was working with the AA big book when I met him. He is currently utilizing the Red Road to Wellbriety along with the big book. The last time I met with him he indicated that recovery was going to me much more complicated than he anticipated because he needed to learn more about himself and his culture as this knowledge and connections would be needed to establish and maintain culturally relevant supports for him to make the changes he felt he needed to make. The Red Road to Wellbriety is not specific to any Native American culture; which I find remarkable that the writer(s) were successful in finding the balance presented in the book, but clearly provides insights for the reader to grow and live a healthy, productive life utilizing Native American perspectives. While the book presents Native American perspectives for recovery, it would be useful for anyone who is culturally adrift and interested in their own recovery. Kudos to the writer(s) and to White Bison Org. for this book

Red Road. Very thought provoking and interesting. Everyone should read this.

This book!!! This book is absolutely amazing!!! Those that are struggling with addiction or those who have someone who is that can understand the walk with Creator will get this book!! It is very informative and very easy to understand. I use mine hand in hand with the big book because it’s easier for my teachings. This is THE BOOK. Absolutely amazing absolutely a life changing experience. Thank you! A’ho

I am truly inspired. My purpose in buying this book was to learn more about specific problems Indigenous people deal with and how it relates to our teaching,. Wow. So much clarity. I know this is 12 step recovery for alcohol and drug use, but the teachings are so powerful. 12 steps to any recovery. Really brought our traditions and our powerful medicine. Good strong medicine for all

For anyone seeking a recovery path back to the Native way, this book is great.