In Control: The Rebirth of an NFL Legend

In Control: The Rebirth of an NFL Legend
by Thomas Henderson

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Author: Thomas Henderson
Contributor: Frank Luksa
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-08-01
ISBN: 0975989006
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: Sports Publishing

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Book Review: Simply put, a feel good book.
Summary: 5 Stars

I have read other reviews suggesting that this book is great for alcoholics, drug addicts, or people who know of those with such problems. I'm not sure that does this book justice. I think this book is a great read for everyone, regardless of whether they have a problem or know of someone that does. It is a rags to riches story, not once, but twice. The first time the riches are monetary. The second time it is much more meaningful as the riches are not monetary in nature. Rather the riches are obtaining personal fulfillment not only in one's own happiness but also in helping others. This book will move many to tears. It inspires and challenges the reader to look inside themselves and at those around them and to pursue a path to improvement.

In my opinion, Thomas is an exceptional individual. He is blessed with the courage to admit his mistakes, the want to fix them, the desire to stay the course, and the unbelievable unselfishness to help others as he has helped himself. Most impressive is his modesty as it seems that Thomas doesn't even recognize the impact his actions (including this book) have on those whose life he touches.

I think Thomas knows he's a lucky man in many respects, but the reader can also appreciate that his path has not been easy. Some in Thomas's shoes cry that they are a victim more than a villain. Thomas makes no such claims. He holds himself accountable for his actions in the same way that he holds himself responsible for his recovery. He doesn't do it alone and along the way he acknowledges many that have helped him. In his book and seemingly in his life, he takes nothing for granted, and looks for no credit. Quite frankly he should be an inspiration to us all. His book has changed my view on how I treat myself and those around me. How many of us can makes similar claims of books we have read recently? Quite frankly a must read for anyone.

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Summary of In Control: The Rebirth of an NFL Legend

In the follow-up to the shattering bestseller Out of Control: Confessions of an NFL Casualty, former Dallas Cowboys star Thomas "Hollywood" Henderson shares the story of his recovery from the abuse of alcohol and other drugs. Henderson has been clean and sober for over 20 years and has not had a drink or done any drugs since November 8, 1983. In Control takes readers from HendersonÂ?s 1986 prison release to his current life as a community activist, philanthropist, and distributor of alcohol and drug education films to prison programs and rehabilitation centers. He also discusses how his life has changed since March 22, 2000, when he won a $28 million jackpot in the Texas lottery.

Since 1986, Henderson has been seen or heard by patients and communities as he has traveled throughout the country sharing his experiences and offering strength and hope. Over a million Americans have heard him live or seen him on one or more of his alcohol and drug education films. The inspiring In Control, written with popular longtime Dallas Morning News sportswriter Frank Luksa, focuses on HendersonÂ?s recovery, atonements, charity, his children and grandchildren, and the handling of his new-found wealth.

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