 Here's a way. Don't drink. Don't use drugs. This guide will help you learn how to function with this dysfunctional and chronic illness. Now, what the hell does that mean? Now, there are people out there who talk about this. I've heard about this. You can control it. No, you can't control it. In the book, Haydn describes himself as an ex-professional addict with over 18 years of use and abuse experience.