Rick Bolin has combined his experiences running a 30-day residential recovery facility, with being an Interventionist, father, and friend to produce exactly the book you wish you had because it's exactly what he wished he had when he faced a crisis. It's a book for everyone seeking help for addiction and anyone wanting to support someone in the process. This book stands in the space between two people prepared to make a significant commitment to each other. The process is designed for two people to work through together. The language in the book is written for a parent-child or ally-partner relationship, but the parent/ally could just as easily be a spouse, therapist, friend, mentor, cleric, grandparent, coach, trainer, or advocate and a child/partner a friend, client, student, trainee, or colleague. Any supportive, non-judgmental pair works. The book gets you into the rhythm of recovery. A short morning read, mid-day exercises, an evening talk and journaling at night. The book supports and encourages outside activities like 12 step meetings or therapy. What Rick learned is that the first 30 days are crucial in establishing healthy patterns. He also knows that many recovery options are expensive or inaccessible. Rick wants families and friends to be part of the solution and not feel left behind or abandoned. This book will challenge the readers to explore and evaluate many aspects of their personality, emotions, history, and relationships. Everyone walks away with a much deeper understanding of themselves. What people are saying about Addiction Emergency Response Plan: "This book is amazing. Great guide, compassionate and tremendous knowledge presented in a compact, not overwhelming and very approachable way. THANK YOU!!!""I learned more than I thought was possible. I cherish the journal I created. It's my trophy. I cannot believe how far I have come." "I picked up this book when my son relapsed. Unlike everything else we had tried I felt like part of the solution. Not only did he recover, we recovered!" "My spouse is in recovery now. This book is a must-have tool for recovery. The process of focusing on the same reading and writing has also been indispensable for mending the relationship." "There is more here than tools for just those impacted by addiction. The general content and exercises encourage a greater level of self-awareness and overall mental health. As someone who has struggled with anxiety, depression, and self-destructive behaviors, I can say I am still benefiting from it and find I am better equipped to cope with daily challenges.""Profound healing presented with refreshing clarity and gentle humor. Takes you supportively by the hand and makes the journey of of self-growth fulfilling and fun.""Rick Bolin's approach has an incredible strength, in that it builds healthy bonds of relationship all through the process of recovery. This is the 'secret sauce' that will make this process life-giving, long-lasting, and deeply rewarding for those who choose this courageous path."The book is organized into sections: The Agreement / Starting Now / Gaining Control / 5 Landmines / 3 Principles of Success / Curious About Me / 30 Days of Journaling. There are dozens of "Try this: " exercises in the book. Between these and the 30 days of journaling, readers will write a lot. Writing by hand slows down the mind and gives you a place to go back to. Rick knows that beginning the process is hard. So, it is with compassion he invites the reader to do the right thing for yourself, someone you care deeply about, and for the relationship you share.