"This Is Your Life - Not a Dress Rehearsal (Rising Above the Myths of Addiction)

Substance abuse continues to be one of the most serious problems facing communities and campuses throughout the United States. Lisa Kratz Thomas is devoted to helping others unlock their inner potential to discover true purpose and passion for life. Recognized as a top speaker on addiction and recovery she shares her own personal and compelling struggle with addiction. Nobody starts out an addict, it is a process. Facing your difficulties gives them value. This dilemma is addressed with several myths and truths of addiction, coupled with the stories of the author's personal experience followed up by thought provoking reflections for the reader to ponder. Her highly acclaimed new book "This is your life - not a dress rehearsal" aims to save a generation from self-destruction through addiction awareness and prevention by confronting the myths and truths of alcohol and drug use. This book (being called gripping, inspirational, captivating and purpose driven by students and community leaders) is intended to remove the stigma of addiction while providing entry for many who realize there is a problem but don't know the next right step to take.