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Still Standing: The Inspiring Story of Dwight Owens

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Dwight Owens was born into poverty in the inner city of Cleveland, Ohio. His father was an alcoholic and his mother was a drug addict. By the age of 12, Dwight was living on the streets. He spent his days begging for money and food, and his nights sleeping in abandoned buildings.

Still Standing

by Dwight Owens

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Dwight's life took a turn for the worse when he started using drugs. He quickly became addicted to crack cocaine, and his life spiraled out of control. He lost his job, his home, and his family. He was arrested several times and spent time in jail.

In 2005, Dwight hit rock bottom. He was homeless, addicted to drugs, and had lost all hope. But then, something happened that changed his life forever. He met a man named Reggie, who was a volunteer at a local soup kitchen. Reggie saw something in Dwight, and he offered him a job. Dwight accepted the job, and it was the first step on his road to recovery.

Dwight worked hard at his job, and he slowly started to turn his life around. He got off drugs, he found a place to live, and he started to rebuild his relationships with his family.

In 2010, Dwight launched his own business, a motivational speaking company. He travels the country, sharing his story of recovery and inspiring others to never give up on their dreams.

Dwight Owens is a shining example of how anyone can overcome adversity and achieve success. His story is a testament to the power of hope and the human spirit.

In Still Standing, Dwight Owens shares his inspiring story of overcoming homelessness and addiction to become a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker.

Dwight's story is a powerful reminder that anything is possible if you never give up on your dreams. No matter what challenges you face in life, you can overcome them with hard work, determination, and the support of others.

If you are struggling with homelessness or addiction, Dwight's story will give you hope. It will show you that it is possible to turn your life around and achieve success.

Still Standing is a must-read for anyone who is interested in overcoming adversity, achieving success, or simply living a more meaningful life.