The Problem Was Me: A Guide to Self-Awareness, Compassion, and Awareness

Dr. Abraham J. Twerski and Thomas Gagliano inspire readers to silence the inner voice of self-doubt and begin living proactive lives. Moving past addictive acting out depends on right action and right thinking. In "The Problem Was Me," readers are guided on how to work an honest recovery program and break the cycle of addictive acting out.

Thomas Gagliano is a successful businessman and a popular speaker at self-help meetings and conferences in New Jersey and greater New York.

Abraham J. Twerski, MD, is the author of "Addictive Thinking" and has collaborated with Charles Schulz, creator of the "Peanuts" cartoon strip, on four books.

“"This guide will help anyone who is confused about why they find themselves repeating in their adult relationships the harms they endured as children. Here is a way out of the maze." --John Leadem, co-author of Surveying the Wreckage "...helpful to anyone who wants to break the cycle of self-defeating thoughts and self-destructive behaviors." --Counselor magazine”

..".helpful to anyone who wants to break the cycle of self-defeating thoughts and self-destructive behaviors." --Counselor magazine "Thomas has been on our program, Joy in Our Town, twice and has brought some incredible insight into what creates some of the roles each of us play in our society. He breaks it down in terms for anyone to understand and, therefore, form strategies that will help correct and/or improve their lives." --Evan Eley, Director of Public Affairs, Trinity Broadcasting Network "This guide will help anyone who is confused about why they find themselves repeating in their adult relationships the harms they endured as children. Here is a way out of the maze." --John Leadem, co-author of "Surveying the Wreckage" "Thomas Gagliano has been a guest on my syndicated radio show on numerous occasions. He is insightful, informative, inspirational and down-to-Earth. He brings a very personal perspective to universal themes. He relates his own experiences and life-lessons in a way that they become surprisingly familiar to anyone who has dealt with similar issues." --Richard Stevens, The Richard Stevens Show "Tom Gagliano delivers an inspiring message of hope to individuals who have felt trapped in a cycle of self sabotaging behavior. In a voice that is powerful, yet gentle and compassionate, Tom has the ability to capture the imagination and engage the spirit of his listeners!" --Veronica Faisant, Producer/Host "Every once in a while, a radio guest comes along with not only pertinent information to share, but also a heart of gold. Thomas Gagliano was that guest for my show, Sharkie's PEP Talk on Healthy Life Radio. He is one of the few people who actually takes responsibility for his life, and teaches others to do the same. His humility, positive perception, gratitude, and willingness to learn from life's challenges are refreshing traits in a world that blames and whines about every little problem. His amazing "This guide will help anyone who is confused about why they find themselves repeating in their adult relationships the harms they endured as children. Here is a way out of the maze." --John Leadem, co-author of "Surveying the Wreckage"

."..helpful to anyone who wants to break the cycle of self-defeating thoughts and self-destructive behaviors." --Counselor magazine

Thomas Gagliano is a highly motivated and successful entrepreneur with a proven track record in small business ventures. Gagliano has also been a high profile leader in addiction and self-help therapy, developing unique methods and procedures which have helped numerous institutions and individuals in the greater New York area. His methods have been embraced by a number of institutions, including the Counseling Center in Princeton, the Chabad Chai Center in East Brunswick and St. Ambrose Parish (RC) in Old Bridge. He is a graduate of Seton Hall University and has a bachelor's degree in marketing. Today he is back at school, attending Rutgers University and completing a Masters degree in social work. Abraham J. Twerski, MD, author of "Addictive Personality" and numerous other books, has been referred to as "Pittsburgh's most famous psychiatrist." After serving several years as a pulpit rabbi, Dr. Twerski entered Marquette University Medical School in Milwaukee and completed his psychiatric training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical School. He has served as medical director of psychiatry at Pittsburgh's St. Francis Hospital, and in 1972 founded the Gateway Rehabilitation Center for treatment of alcohol and drug addiction. He was the medical director of Gateway for 30 years, and is currently medical director emeritus. He is the author of numerous books on addiction, self-esteem and spirituality. Dr. Twerski collaborated with Charles Schulz, creator of the "Peanuts" cartoon strip, on four books. Dr. Twerski has lectured world-wide as well as in many cities in the United States.

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