Rising from the Ashes: A Punk’s Guide to Sobriety & Self-Discovery It’s Time to Mourn, Understand & Rise Again
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Rising from the Ashes: A Punk’s Guide to Sobriety & Self-Discovery
Mourning the Lost, Fighting for the Living
We’re in the midst of a profound crisis—one that’s both personal and systemic. Suicide rates have surged. Mental health helplines are overwhelmed. Millions are grappling with poverty, with disabled individuals disproportionately affected. New legislation is exacerbating pressures on those already vulnerable, pushing many toward despair, addiction, and homelessness.
🔥 This book isn’t just about recovery—it’s about survival. 🔥
We've lost too many: Friends, family, fellow punks, artists, rebels, and dreamers. And these aren't just statistics—they're people we knew. People we loved.
A Nation on the Edge
Alcohol-Specific Deaths:In 2023, the UK recorded 10,473 deaths directly attributed to alcohol, marking the highest number on record. This represents a 38% increase since 2019.Alcohol Change UK+1Office for National Statistics+1
Drug Misuse:Approximately 3.1% of individuals aged 16 and over in England displayed signs of drug dependence, highlighting the pervasive nature of substance misuse.Office for National Statistics
Mental Health Crisis:One in five children and young people in England, aged 8 to 25, had a probable mental disorder in 2023, underscoring the escalating mental health challenges among the youth.NHS England
Serious Incidents in Mental Healthcare:Over a 12-month period, more than 17,000 serious incidents were reported within mental health services, reflecting the strain on the system.Mind
Economic Impact:The ongoing mental health crisis among young people in the UK is projected to result in over £1 trillion in lost lifetime earnings, emphasizing the profound economic implications.The Guardian
Key Statistics Highlighted in the Book
Alcohol-Specific Deaths:In 2023, the UK recorded 10,473 deaths (15.9 per 100,000 people) from alcohol-specific causes, the highest on record and a 38% increase from 2019.Alcohol Change UK
Substance Misuse in Wales:The 2022-23 period saw 869 school exclusions due to alcohol or drugs among Welsh schoolchildren, a 119% rise from 2020-21.Public Health Wales
Mental Health Crisis:In 2023, one in five children and young people in England had a probable mental disorder, highlighting the escalating mental health challenges.NHS England
💀 The system is failing, and many are turning to substances as an escape.
In Wales alone, 51.3% of all alcohol-related hospital admissions in 2021-22 were people over 50. A generation left to drown in their pain. Across the UK, drug and alcohol-related deaths have skyrocketed, and it’s not just numbers—it’s people we knew. People we loved. People who deserved better.
🎸 From the local gig scene to global stages, the reality is the same—addiction has stolen too many lives. But it doesn’t have to. It’s time to change the story.
🎸 From local music scenes to global stages, the narrative remains consistent—individuals are perishing, not solely from alcohol or substances, but from profound despair. Yet, change is possible.
Rising from the Ashes – The Book That Speaks Truth
This isn't a conventional "just get sober" guide. This is authentic discourse, punk style. A candid, unfiltered exploration of addiction, survival, and discovering meaning beyond substance use.
💀 Unveiling the harsh realities of addiction & its entrenchment in a flawed system
🔮 Merging punk philosophy with self-discovery—seeking purpose amidst pain
🔥 Emphasizing that healing isn't about perfection—it’s about authenticity
🖤 Acknowledging our losses, yet choosing to persevere
💀 The hard truths about addiction & why it thrives in our world 🔮 Punk philosophy meets self-discovery—finding purpose beyond the pain 🔥 Why healing isn’t about being ‘perfect’—it’s about being real 🖤 Mourning what we’ve lost, but choosing to live
📖 Available now for £9.99 (+ postage), with bulk discounts for stockists.
Coming Soon: Take 2 – The Workbook Edition & Online Course
The Take 2 edition delves deeper—featuring a guided workbook to help unearth the roots of addiction and craft a new narrative. This edition will include ISBN numbers, a Bowker listing, and a barcode, facilitating broader distribution.
For those seeking interactive engagement, the online course is NOW LAUNCHED !!. A platform for dialogue, in-depth exploration, and collective support—navigating this journey together.
