The face of addiction and alcoholism is a face that many have seen before -- it may be a celebrity, a colleague, or even a family member. And though the 12-step program by itself can often bring initial success, many addicts find themselves relapsing back into old ways and old patterns, or replacing one addiction with another. Author Darren Littlejohn has been there and back, and presents a complimentary guide for recovery to the traditional twelve-step program, out of his own struggles and successes through the study of Zen and Tibetan Buddhism.

Working with the traditional 12-Step philosophy, the author first shares his own life path, and how he came to find the spiritual solace that has greatly enhanced his life in recovery. Then, he details out how his work integrating Buddhism into the traditional twelve-step programs validates both aspects of the recovery process. While being careful not to present himself as a Tibetan lama or Zen master, the author shows how each step -- such as admitting there is a problem, seeking help, engaging in a thorough self-examination, making amends for harm done, and helping other drug addicts who want to recover -- fits into the Bodhisattva path. This integration makes Buddhism accessible for addicts, and the 12 Steps understandable for Buddhists who may otherwise be at a loss to help those in need.

The 12-Step Buddhist is designed to be a complimentary practice to the traditional 12-step journey, not a replacement. While traditional twelve-step programs help addicts become sober by removing the drug of choice and providing a spiritual path, they rarely delve deep into what causes people to suffer in the first place. The integration of Buddhism with the traditional process provides the wisdom and meditations that can help addicts truly find a deep, spiritual liberation from all causes and conditions of suffering -- for good.

• The Heart Sutra (Prajnaparamita)
• The Diamond Sutra
• The Sutra On Full Awareness Of Breathing
• The Sutra On The Four Establishments Of Mindfulness
• The Sutra On The Better Way To Catch A Snake
• The Sutra On The Better Way To Live Alone
• The Sutra On The Eight Realizations Of The Great Beings
• The Discourse On Happiness
• The Teachings On the Middle Way

Publisher Marketing: THE BOOK OF BUDDHAS serves as an introduction to Buddism itself, as well as a generous survey of the most common figures and symbols. It explores the symbolism of the ritual objects that are used and paintings, as well as explaining the ritual meaning of the objects associated with Buddhism.

Talks on the early Buddhist mystic Atisha, and his simple instructions for awareness. Osho calls Atisha’s advice a "manual for inner transformation." He says that it takes courage to find the truth, and shows how to gather that courage. Osho also answers questions on how to avoid deception, the nature of masculinity, and the difference between surrender and dependency.
Osho says: "These seven points of mind training are the fundamental teaching that Atisha gave to Tibet. They are of immense value. They are the whole of religion condensed. They are like seeds; they contain much. The moment you move into them deeply, when you contemplate and meditate and start experimenting with them, you will be surprised - you will be going into the greatest adventure of your life."
This book alternates chapters of Osho speaking on Atisha’s sutras with chapters of questions from the people listening to the talks.