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“Powerful, compelling and authentic. Author Amy Crowell writes from the heart,
aims for the head and strikes a chord in the soul. Loved back to life is a
mesmerizing first person account of salvation, redemption, and victory. It is a story
exacted from the twisted turmoil and debris of a hopeless addicts tumultuous
encounter with the reality of the consequences that accompany the self-realization
of a life spiraling out of control. Crowell masterfully weaves her insights and
observations from the real-life stories shared by other contributing addicts into a
dialogue and template for hope, change, and recovery. A true self-help book in
every sense of the word, her final offering is an inspirational helping hand to
anyone struggling with the pangs of addiction or the destructive and far-reaching
effects of a loved one’s chronic indiscretions.”
Dr. Richard DiCenso, Author of Beyond Medicine
www.matrixtransformation.com
“A valuable asset to the addiction therapist's toolbox. I highly recommend this
inspiring true story that will bring inspiration and hope to parents, educators,
addicts and, especially young people who think, “it will never happen to me”. Loved
Back to Life is an honest, humble reflection of Amy Crowell’s descent into addiction
and her courageous journey to sobriety. Relating to the painful struggles of others
who have been through similar situations can motivate and inspire those caught in
the pain of their own addiction. I utilize this book in bibliotherapy with clients of all
ages, as well as those who love them, to understand the tight grip of addiction.
Parents and educators will appreciate the straight forward chapters on detecting
drug-use, addicts will be grateful for Amy’s insight into the “ins and outs” of
recovery, and everyone will appreciate her strength-based approach. Whether
working to make changes in their life or merely thinking about it, readers will
recognize themselves in the thought-provoking pages of this book and become
empowered to embrace an existence that is free of addiction and full of
possibilities.”
Dr. Victoria Palmisano, PhD, LMHC
“Loved Back to Life is a powerful, fascinating examination about the harsh realities
of alcoholism and drug addiction. AJ Crowell captivates the reader right from the
beginning as she reveals her life story from childhood, through alcoholism, drug
addiction and into recovery. Her own story is very compelling but she also utilizes
the stories of other recovering alcoholics and shares their experience, strength
and hope. The chilling yet inspiring stories in this book are not only for those
suffering from substance abuse, but for anyone who is dealing with a person in his
life who suffers from addiction. Her goal is for readers to ‘acknowledge and
reconsider the negative stigma that is attached to alcoholism, and understand how
this bias often lingers even after an alcoholic is sober for years.’ It also reveals how
substance abusers will go to any length to hide their disease so that they appear
normal on the outside. This book can definitely act as a guide to determine if
someone you know may need help for his or her addictions.”
Dr. Larry Smith D.C., B.P.E., Author of Embracing the Journey of Recovery
http://embracingthejourneybook.com/
“Wow! This is a book you cannot put down until you’ve read the whole story. Amy
Crowell’s Loved Back to Life is a must read for everyone. Whether you are an
addict, a recovering alcoholic or someone who has never touched drugs or alcohol
in your life, Amy Crowell speaks to all of us about the pain we all can relate to. She
shows the way to forgive, to take charge of your life and become what you always
dreamed of becoming.”
Paul McCormick, Author of Secrets of the Miracle Inside
www.TheSecretsInside.com
"A triumphant success! This book will touch everyone's soul. It is one of the most
astounding books about alcoholism and drug addiction of this decade. Facts and
statistics are brilliantly intertwined within the story and shed an entirely new light
about the seriousness of addictions in the United States. Amy's struggles with
addiction are mind-blowing, but what makes this book even more extraordinary is in
her desperation she frantically grasps into the darkness and finds hope and a new
way of living. Loved Back to Life leaves a reader awe-struck and inspired."
Mike Brown, Professional Training and Development Counsultant
Experiential Solutions, T.E.A.M., Inc.
www.experientialsolutions.com
aims for the head and strikes a chord in the soul. Loved back to life is a
mesmerizing first person account of salvation, redemption, and victory. It is a story
exacted from the twisted turmoil and debris of a hopeless addicts tumultuous
encounter with the reality of the consequences that accompany the self-realization
of a life spiraling out of control. Crowell masterfully weaves her insights and
observations from the real-life stories shared by other contributing addicts into a
dialogue and template for hope, change, and recovery. A true self-help book in
every sense of the word, her final offering is an inspirational helping hand to
anyone struggling with the pangs of addiction or the destructive and far-reaching
effects of a loved one’s chronic indiscretions.”
Dr. Richard DiCenso, Author of Beyond Medicine
www.matrixtransformation.com
“A valuable asset to the addiction therapist's toolbox. I highly recommend this
inspiring true story that will bring inspiration and hope to parents, educators,
addicts and, especially young people who think, “it will never happen to me”. Loved
Back to Life is an honest, humble reflection of Amy Crowell’s descent into addiction
and her courageous journey to sobriety. Relating to the painful struggles of others
who have been through similar situations can motivate and inspire those caught in
the pain of their own addiction. I utilize this book in bibliotherapy with clients of all
ages, as well as those who love them, to understand the tight grip of addiction.
Parents and educators will appreciate the straight forward chapters on detecting
drug-use, addicts will be grateful for Amy’s insight into the “ins and outs” of
recovery, and everyone will appreciate her strength-based approach. Whether
working to make changes in their life or merely thinking about it, readers will
recognize themselves in the thought-provoking pages of this book and become
empowered to embrace an existence that is free of addiction and full of
possibilities.”
Dr. Victoria Palmisano, PhD, LMHC
“Loved Back to Life is a powerful, fascinating examination about the harsh realities
of alcoholism and drug addiction. AJ Crowell captivates the reader right from the
beginning as she reveals her life story from childhood, through alcoholism, drug
addiction and into recovery. Her own story is very compelling but she also utilizes
the stories of other recovering alcoholics and shares their experience, strength
and hope. The chilling yet inspiring stories in this book are not only for those
suffering from substance abuse, but for anyone who is dealing with a person in his
life who suffers from addiction. Her goal is for readers to ‘acknowledge and
reconsider the negative stigma that is attached to alcoholism, and understand how
this bias often lingers even after an alcoholic is sober for years.’ It also reveals how
substance abusers will go to any length to hide their disease so that they appear
normal on the outside. This book can definitely act as a guide to determine if
someone you know may need help for his or her addictions.”
Dr. Larry Smith D.C., B.P.E., Author of Embracing the Journey of Recovery
http://embracingthejourneybook.com/
“Wow! This is a book you cannot put down until you’ve read the whole story. Amy
Crowell’s Loved Back to Life is a must read for everyone. Whether you are an
addict, a recovering alcoholic or someone who has never touched drugs or alcohol
in your life, Amy Crowell speaks to all of us about the pain we all can relate to. She
shows the way to forgive, to take charge of your life and become what you always
dreamed of becoming.”
Paul McCormick, Author of Secrets of the Miracle Inside
www.TheSecretsInside.com
"A triumphant success! This book will touch everyone's soul. It is one of the most
astounding books about alcoholism and drug addiction of this decade. Facts and
statistics are brilliantly intertwined within the story and shed an entirely new light
about the seriousness of addictions in the United States. Amy's struggles with
addiction are mind-blowing, but what makes this book even more extraordinary is in
her desperation she frantically grasps into the darkness and finds hope and a new
way of living. Loved Back to Life leaves a reader awe-struck and inspired."
Mike Brown, Professional Training and Development Counsultant
Experiential Solutions, T.E.A.M., Inc.
www.experientialsolutions.com
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