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Easy Way to Control Alcohol


Synopsis


The current edition has sold over 80,000 copies in the UK alone.

Allen Carr

Summary

Chapter 1: The Easy Way to Control Alcohol

* Summary: Introduces the "Easy Way" method, which focuses on changing subconscious beliefs about alcohol.
* Real Example: A person who believes alcohol makes them more confident may use the Easy Way to rewrite this belief as "I am already confident without alcohol."

Chapter 2: Why You Drink

* Summary: Explores the underlying reasons people drink, such as stress, anxiety, or boredom.
* Real Example: A person who drinks to relieve work stress may identify that they can handle stress effectively without alcohol.

Chapter 3: If You Want to

* Summary: Emphasizes the importance of personal choice and motivation in overcoming alcohol dependence.
* Real Example: A person who has tried to quit drinking but failed before may realize they lack the necessary motivation and need to reassess their desire to change.

Chapter 4: The Magic Words

* Summary: Introduces a set of "magic words" designed to reinforce the desired beliefs about alcohol.
* Real Example: "I am already happy and fulfilled without alcohol" or "I choose to be free from alcohol."

Chapter 5: The Flip-Flop Technique

* Summary: Presents the "flip-flop" technique, which involves challenging negative thoughts and replacing them with positive affirmations.
* Real Example: Instead of thinking "I need a drink to relax," a person can flip the thought to "I can relax deeply without alcohol."

Chapter 6: The Power of Suggestion

* Summary: Discusses the influence of suggestion on subconscious beliefs and provides techniques to use positive suggestions.
* Real Example: Repeating affirmations while in a relaxed state or listening to subliminal audio recordings with messages of alcohol freedom.

Chapter 7: The Open Door

* Summary: Emphasizes the importance of not restricting alcohol but rather opening up to the possibility of not drinking.
* Real Example: Instead of saying "I can never drink again," a person can say "I am open to the possibility of living without alcohol."

Chapter 8: The Invitation

* Summary: Invites readers to accept the challenge of quitting drinking and provides practical tips for making the transition.
* Real Example: Setting a quit date, informing friends and family, and seeking support from others.

Chapter 9: The Best Day of Your Life

* Summary: Celebrates the benefits of living an alcohol-free life, including improved health, relationships, and self-esteem.
* Real Example: A person who has achieved alcohol freedom may share their experiences and encourage others to embark on the same journey.