“[A] candid and enlivening story of one surgeon’s path from addiction to recovery. Take time to nurture your soul with this honest account.” —Gay Hendricks, PhD, New York Times–bestselling author of The Big Leap
To Hell and Back chronicles the life of Dr. Steven B. Heird and the battle with addiction that put his loving family, booming medical practice, and years of education at risk. After a spiritual awakening in a rehabilitation hospital, he began to see light and love in all places—finally able to identify the things that made him experience true happiness.
In addition to sharing his own harrowing yet hope-filled journey, Heird offers twelve unique prescriptions—intended to guide readers on their own path to awareness.
“Once you read this book you will have something ‘refillable’ that will never run out for a life you absolutely love living. This book is medicine for your soul.” —Mary Morrissey, bestselling author of Brave Thinking
Steven B. Heird, MD, FACS holds certifications in general surgery and the specialty of vascular surgery. He has devoted his skills and expertise to his private practice while expanding his spiritual and holistic approaches to life and medicine. After a stay in a rehabilitation hospital to overcome the power of addiction, Dr. Heird is enlightened to share his message of hope and recovery through a spiritual light which emanates from his passion for public speaking, group discussions and interviews for local publications.