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[greeneyes]

Ok. I'm knocking at the door. I feel like scared little girl in the dark. Hiding under the bed. I consider myself a strong person, but it just isn't happening. Please give me your input on your experiences. I know that it will vary depending on personalities and facilities, but I'd like to know, if you don't mind. Big girl pants fell down.

[Breez]

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It's not rehab but I did outpatient. Almost 5 years ago I did outpatient. 3 days out of the week, 3 hrs. for 4 weeks. I loved it. You were given random breath tests & yes, people failed them. Unfortunately, like for everything you do, what you put in is what you get out. Upon completion you were assigned a day & group to do relapse prevention. I wanted to do Mondays with the guys I bonded with(I bonded closely with this one guy & still am in touch with his wife via e-mail jokes) but my in-patient moron counselor bitch thought I'd do better in an all woman group. I never went. Needless to say, I eventually started to drink again months later. Who knows if the prevention classes would have worked. But the point is-I didn't make the effort to try them.

Years later my Dr prescribed Topa & looking it up on the internet I found MWO. Last year I made 7 mo before my slip and this year I'm determined to make it a year!

Good luck to whatever you choose.

Sorry I could not be of help.

[Accountable for Me]

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I agree with Breez - what you put in is what you get out of it.

I went to detox. Twice in one year - back in the early part of 2004. It was really great - 7 days each time... however it was ME that wasn't ready to actually commit to a life of sobriety at the time. I was to go to a 28 day rehab facility after the second time, but on my way there a buddy of mine who I met in detox, we stopped off at a pub - and the story ends there.... It took another couple of years until I wanted it bad enough to say - see ya booze. (apart from my pregnancy in 2004/2005 - didn't drink at all). Then started again full blast after she was born.

I ended up here when I searched for some miracle to quit drinking. I managed to have almost a year of sobriety with a couple of occasions where I let my guard down. But seeing I was pretty much a daily drinker - being wine or vodka - I did very well.

I think if you are seriously considering rehab and you are ready for it full heartedly - it will be a great experience for you. Just my opinion.

[Lefty]

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I'm 10 days pre-rehab. I'm checking into Shick Shadle on 3/16. It's not a traditional 'rehab.' They do aversion therapy. I'm hoping I come out of there wanting to puke at the smell of wine. I'll be keeping you all posted.

[KateH1]

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Hey Green

Sorry, I have no rehab stories to share. But, I have been worried when reading your post's over the past few days. Honestly, I think that you have been putting a ton of pressure on yourself! It has seemed like you have expected to feel like somone that has gotten familiar with being a non-drinker for a long time. Long time meaning 6 mos. to a year. Being early in my own sobriety, I know that, at least for me,
working through the "bumps" and challenges, were at times a minute by minute battle! There were and sometimes still are times of high anxiety......but, we push through, we don't resist and fight, but breath through it!

I know that you have a lot going on, work, husband and your dad, and probably other things as well. Believe it or not, many of us have some really tough stuff going on as well. You are not alone.

Give yourself a chance! You can do this!

XXKateH

[dexterhead]

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Hi Greenie Bean: You know i don't have anything to contribute in terms of experience w/rehab, but you know I want things to get better for you and I worry about you. You have a lot on your plate. I am sending you strength my greenie friend ..:h:h

[Noelle]

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Greens, y'all know I've been to rehab......one in-patient (90s) and three out-patient (00s). It all depends on your attitude if it works. My in-patient worked for 2.5 years and if my doctor hadn't said I could've drank on occasion, I would still be AF.

[MyHeartIsDrenchedInWine]

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I have not been to rehab but from what I hear they are all different. I have a very good friend who was put in against her will and had nothing good to say about it.....not sure how accurate her recount is because she lies and denies. She calls me drunk and says she is not drinking, that kind of thing. I LOVE Celebrity Rehab on VH1 but am told it is not an accurate portrayal of rehabs. Nonetheless, I haved gained a LOT of insight from that program, especially regarding why we use and abuse.

Whatever you decide will be right for you! I am soooo proud of you Greeneyes, Hang Tough!




My Heart :h

[stayingsober1dayatatime]

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Greens if you need more info on re hab e mail me at bluesfanjohn2003@myway.com and I will share with you my experience.
I will not be on the p.c. until tuesday as the library is closed Sunday and I work all day Monday , but I will check my mail Tuesday.

Love,
John S.

[Ripple]

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I did go..

will tell later..:thanks:

[IAD]

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Green eyes....
My wife,
Has green eyes...was one of the things that attracted her to me...! So you are allready in my good graces.... carry on...look for answer here. I'm here and a lot of others to help you ! Keep posting, we can help each other ! IAD:welcome:

[tea]

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Green, thanks for the thread. I have no personal experiences but when i lived in Manchester I was friendly with a woman who 'used' what they called 'dry houses'?? She said it was just like being in a friendly woman's jail???? I have never been in either so I don't know but by her description it was a 'friendly' place...

Lxx

[Ripple]

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Okay had nappy..

I stayed for 14 days and did not require detoxification. Insurance covered everything! Here is the site. Psychiatric & substance use disorders treated at Silver Hill Hospital :h

[greeneyes]

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Thanks rip, flagged it in favorites