Addicted to the Past – A Workbook for Transformation

Elias Rubenstein

Many people believe that time will heal their wounds, yet they find themselves trapped in the same emotional patterns, reliving old pain and repeating familiar struggles. The past, rather than being a distant memory, continues to shape their present reality, influencing decisions, relationships, and self-perception.

In Addicted to the Past, Dr. Elias Rubenstein reveals the hidden dynamics that keep individuals bound to their history. This book is not merely an exploration of these patterns but a workbook for transformation, designed to provide readers with the tools necessary to break free from the subconscious attachments that hinder growth and fulfillment.

Through structured self-inquiry, reflection, and guided exercises, this book challenges readers to examine their deepest emotional imprints and confront the narratives that have defined them. It explores why people remain attached to past suffering, how subconscious beliefs dictate daily experiences, and what it truly takes to liberate oneself from the weight of unresolved emotions.

Transformation is not a passive process. It is not something that happens with time or through wishful thinking. It is a conscious act of redefining one’s identity, shifting perception, and stepping beyond the illusion of limitation.

Addicted to the Past is not for those seeking comfort in familiar patterns. It is for those who are willing to confront themselves honestly, to dismantle the barriers they have constructed, and to step into a new way of being. It is an invitation to finally release what no longer serves and to reclaim the power that has always been present.