ENDORSEMENTS

"Jim Wallace is an extraordinary man who has an exceptional story to tell us.  His journey through life has certainly been full of challenge.  Jim has been through it all and its fair to say that he is lucky to have survived.  We are also lucky he survived because his courage and intelligence are beacons for the rest of us who also struggle with the challenges of life.  Jim has overcome enormous problems with both alcohol and bipolar illness and has achieved wisdom.

"One of the unique features of being human is that we can learn from the experience of others.  We can watch them or listen to them talk but we can also read their words.  What Jim Wallace has been through, survived and learn from we can also learn from.  This story is one for everyone to read and think about, and use.  Jim Wallace has given us an extraordinary gift, and we are thankful."   --James H. Scully, Jr., M.D., Psychiatrist, Alexander G. Donald Professor and Chair, Department of Neuropsychiatry and Behavioral Science, University of South Carolina School of Medicine;  Director, Education, Training and  Research, S.C. Department of Mental Health;  Director, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Interim State Director of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health, 2000-2001
 

"Jim Wallace is an honorable man.  He is the most experienced and effective advocate I know for the unique needs of individuals recovering from mental illnesses and substance abuse.  His dedication knows no bounds.  I am grateful for his life and friendship."  --Vicki Cousins, Director of the Office of
Consumer Affairs, South Carolina Department of Mental Health.
 

"The story of Jim Wallace is a story of personal heroism and sacrifice, a story about overcoming obstacles and diagnoses to make a difference in his own life and the lives of others who are also challenged by mental illness and/or addictions.  At Jim's web site you will read Jim’s “talk”.  However, what impresses me most is seeing Jim's "walk" --week after week after week for years, Jim steadfastly “walks his walk”, reaching out to help others struggling with dual diagnoses.  This is indeed someone who can teach us!"  --Kay McCrary, Ed.D., Director, Patient & Family Education, Bryan Psychiatric Hospital http://www.state.sc.us/dmh/bryan