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Chasing the Dragon Out: An Inspiring Story of a Drug Addict’s Altered Destiny

by Jix Sze
$10.90
Chasing the Dragon Out: An Inspiring Story of a Drug Addict’s Altered Destiny
Chasing the Dragon Out: An Inspiring Story of a Drug Addict’s Altered Destiny

Heroin to heroism: a Singaporean's transformative journey.

"Chasing the Dragon Out" is a stark, raw tale that might resonate with you if you're drawn to true stories of resilience and personal triumph. Jix Sze's candid memoir not only offers a peek into the gritty underbelly of 1970s Singapore but also serves as an inspirational beacon for anyone seeking motivation to overcome their own life obstacles. It's an empowering read, with its accessible language and heartfelt messages, which could urge you to embark on your own path of self-discovery and achievement.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Chasing the Dragon Out: An Inspiring Story of a Drug Addict’s Altered Destiny

by Jix Sze
$10.90
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ISBN: 9789814794404
Authors: Jix Sze
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Limited
Date of Publication: 2018-10-02
Format: Softcover
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, Personal Development
Related Topics: Autobiography, Biography, Biography Memoir, Inspirational, Mental Health, Personal Development, Memoir
Goodreads rating: 5.0
(rated by 1 readers)

Description

This book is an honest no-holds barred biography. Author Jix Sze starts by sharing about the teenage years of his delinquency; his drug addiction, the illegal activities and the life he lived as a heroin addict. His account of the events, experiences and harrowing moments also offer a glimpse of the activities, happenings and culture in 1970s Singapore. He goes on to talk about the defining moment that saved him from several years of heroin addiction, a delinquent life and averted plausible criminal conviction. The account of his life after addiction focuses on the transformation that brought about purpose and empowerment. This influenced and altered his destiny in his journey through life. The book also touches on his accomplishments and successes, and is filled with moments of inspiration and encouraging liners. The concluding part of the book centres on his current passion in chasing a different rush in life. A passion derived from a life of chasing a smoke dragon rush and eventually chasing the dragon out of his life and plus from his forty years of successful endeavours and achievements.
 

Heroin to heroism: a Singaporean's transformative journey.

"Chasing the Dragon Out" is a stark, raw tale that might resonate with you if you're drawn to true stories of resilience and personal triumph. Jix Sze's candid memoir not only offers a peek into the gritty underbelly of 1970s Singapore but also serves as an inspirational beacon for anyone seeking motivation to overcome their own life obstacles. It's an empowering read, with its accessible language and heartfelt messages, which could urge you to embark on your own path of self-discovery and achievement.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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