Hey everyone,
I promised y'all I'd report back after my stint in rehab, so here's the Reader's Digest version.
I stayed a little over 7 weeks (they want you to stay for 8 weeks but many people leave after 6). It was an amazing experience. Truly. I feel like a different person. My mom and sister say I sound like I did many years ago. When I got there, I was anxious, heartbroken and an emotional mess. My husband had filed for divorce and I was devastated. When I left, I felt strong, confident and centered. My husband is still going ahead with the divorce and I'm still very upset about it, but I know I can handle whatever happens.
This particular rehab employed the "3 Principles" approach, which is hard to explain (google it if you're curious), but basically we learned how to change our thought patterns. It was a holistic, empowering approach.
I met many wonderful people, both staff, counselors and "guests" and returned richer for the experience. I now have a bunch of new friends I can call on should I be tempted or just need to vent. I haven't had a drink in almost 2 months or even craved one -- at least yet. My life is so much better without alcohol! I once worried that I'd never be able to make that statement or even understand how it could be possible to enjoy life without my crutch. But it's true. As a bonus, I lost 2 pant sizes, despite the incredible food and the constant availability of it.
It has been a bit of an adjustment to come back to reality. Rehab was a very safe place and I felt comfortable there. I'm very glad to be with my kids, though.
If you have any questions, I'd be happy to answer. When I was looking for info on "life in rehab" it was really hard to find. I'm thinking about writing something about my experience, just not sure what yet.
Thanks for reading!
I promised y'all I'd report back after my stint in rehab, so here's the Reader's Digest version.
I stayed a little over 7 weeks (they want you to stay for 8 weeks but many people leave after 6). It was an amazing experience. Truly. I feel like a different person. My mom and sister say I sound like I did many years ago. When I got there, I was anxious, heartbroken and an emotional mess. My husband had filed for divorce and I was devastated. When I left, I felt strong, confident and centered. My husband is still going ahead with the divorce and I'm still very upset about it, but I know I can handle whatever happens.
This particular rehab employed the "3 Principles" approach, which is hard to explain (google it if you're curious), but basically we learned how to change our thought patterns. It was a holistic, empowering approach.
I met many wonderful people, both staff, counselors and "guests" and returned richer for the experience. I now have a bunch of new friends I can call on should I be tempted or just need to vent. I haven't had a drink in almost 2 months or even craved one -- at least yet. My life is so much better without alcohol! I once worried that I'd never be able to make that statement or even understand how it could be possible to enjoy life without my crutch. But it's true. As a bonus, I lost 2 pant sizes, despite the incredible food and the constant availability of it.
It has been a bit of an adjustment to come back to reality. Rehab was a very safe place and I felt comfortable there. I'm very glad to be with my kids, though.
If you have any questions, I'd be happy to answer. When I was looking for info on "life in rehab" it was really hard to find. I'm thinking about writing something about my experience, just not sure what yet.
Thanks for reading!
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