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Beacon of Hope: A Guide to Internal Truth

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Beacon Of Hope: A Guide To Internal Truth by Marcia J. Lawton (Founder of the Alcohol and Drug Education/Rehabilitation Program, Virginia Commonwealth University, and herself in recovery for thirty years) was written specifically to show men and women of all ages and backgrounds just how they can successfully deal with the inevitable stresses and problems of life, uncover and surmount personal barriers to emotional growth and well-being, and enhance their life journey with meaning and with joy. A welcome and inspiring addition to anyone's personal improvement and/or self-help reading list, Beacon Of Hope is informed and informative reading.

A very interesting and educational book. A "must" for everyone's library. This is an exceptional book by an exceptional author.

Dr. Lawton does an excellent job in describing her journey from the addiction of alcohol to a balanced living of every day. She uses her experiences to formulate a directory of 'truths' anyone searching for self improvement can apply to their own situations. For the recovering alcoholic, it provides not only a direction; but, also explains the difficulties encountered along the way - always providing hope.

A very practical, immediately usable guide to developing a life system that encourages personal growth and successful transitons.

It tells the story of a alcoholic who becomes a psychologist and her spiritual journey. It is interesting to hear the story from both that of an alcoholic and a Addictionolgist. Her voice is very clear. The role of spirituality and recovery is the emphasis of the book. If your in recovery this book would be helpful. Like an extended story from "Came to Believe" .

This is a fascinating story of one woman's remarkable recovery from alcoholism; but even more this book is the record of a deeply spiritual journey. I came to a new understanding of acceptance through Marcia's insights. I have a new found trust in the wisdom and unfolding of the divine plan. And I now have simple methods to access that higher power and expand my experience and trust in the process. I highly recommend it for anyone in recovery or on a spiritual journey. (And isn't that all of us?)

The book is written in an easy to read amd understand style with personal experiences illustrating how to grow personally and get through life's ups and downs. Highly recommended for anyone who has, or whose friends and relatives have, problems with alcohol or drug addictions. Can be used in the home or as a guide in schools.