For more than twenty-five years, Leigh Bennett carried a secret almost no one knew: she had been to prison.

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​A Terrible Waste of Potential: A Memoir of Failing Forward is the story of one devastating decision, its consequences, and the long road from shame to self-acceptance. After serving time for a crime committed in college, Leigh rebuilt her life and created a successful career - all while hiding her past. ​​​​​

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With honesty, humor, and hard-earned perspective, Leigh reveals what it takes to stop hiding from the past and finally own your story.​

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