This resource guide provides a curated list of books and podcasts for individuals in recovery, as well as for their families. These recommendations cover topics such as emotional sobriety, trauma healing, addiction science, codependency, boundary setting, and personal empowerment. Use this list to support ongoing growth, insight, and connection in your recovery journey.

Books for Individuals in Recovery

• Understanding the Alcoholic’s Mind – Arnold M. Ludwig

• I Want To Change My Life – Steven M. Melem

• The Five Things We Cannot Change – David Richo

• How To Be An Adult – David Richo

• How To Be An Adult in Relationships – David Richo

• Man’s Search for Meaning – Viktor Frankl

• A Principle of Recovery – Jack Grisham

• 12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery – Allen Berger

• 12 More Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery – Allen Berger

• 12 Smart Things to Do When the Booze and Drugs Are Gone – Allen Berger

• 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety – Allen Berger

• 12 Hidden Rewards of Making Amends – Allen Berger

• Rewired: A Bold New Approach to Addiction and Recovery – Erica Spiegelman

• Understanding Addiction: Know Science, No Stigma – Smith & Hunt

• Drop the Rock – Bill P. & Todd W.

• The Art of Taking It Easy – Dr. Brian King

• Sober on a Drunk Planet – Sean Alexander

• You Are a Badass – Jen Sincero

• UnF*ck Yourself – Gary John Bishop

• Setting Boundaries and Finding Peace – Nedra Glover Tawwab

• Recovery – Russell Brand

• The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk

• When AA Doesn’t Work for You – Albert Ellis

• The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck – Mark Manson

Podcasts for Ongoing Support

• The Bubble Hour – Personal stories of recovery and resilience.

• Sober Powered – Scientific insights about alcohol and addiction, hosted by a biochemist in recovery.

• The Addicted Mind – Expert interviews and personal journeys in addiction recovery.

• Recovery Elevator – Strategies for maintaining sobriety and emotional wellness.

• The One You Feed – Behavioral tools and inspiring conversations on mental wellness and meaning.

• Beyond Addiction Show – Compassion-based support for individuals and families affected by addiction.

Recommended Reading for Families

• Good Boundaries and Goodbyes – Lysa TerKeurst

• Codependent No More – Melody Beattie

• Courage to Change – Al-Anon

• Getting Them Sober – Toby Rice Drews

• How Al-Anon Works – Al-Anon Family Groups

• Paths to Recovery – Al-Anon

• Detaching with Love – Carolyn W.