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The Language of Letting Go

  • 393 pages · about 7 hours
  • First published 1990
  • 8 editions

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1 About this book

Melody Beattie integrates her own life experiences and fundamental recovery reflections in this unique daily meditation book written especially for those of us who struggle with the issue of codependency.

Problems are made to be solved, Melody reminds us, and the best thing we can do is take responsibility for our own pain and self-care. In this daily inspirational book, Melody provides us with a thought to guide us through the day and she encourages us to remember that each day is an opportunity for growth and renewal.

Good for readers who want: meditation, spirituality, and self-improvement.

  • Meditation
  • Spirituality
  • Codependency
  • Devotional calendars
  • Prayer-books and devotions
  • Self-help
  • Religion
  • Prayers and devotions

2 About Melody Beattie

1948–2025

Melody Lynn Beattie (née Valliancourt; May 26, 1948 – February 27, 2025) was an American author of self-help books on codependent relationships.

Bio adapted from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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