“I am.”
‘I am.” It is the shortest sentence in the English language and yet holds the most power. You can put anything you like after it, it only gets more powerful. “I am beautiful.” “I am alive.” “I am a recovering addict.”
The power in those two words, empowers us to become amazing individuals. And the power from “I am a recovering addict.” starts with you. Making the decision to walk the path of recovery from the world of an addict is a powerful choice, and the most meaningful one. It is not an easy path to follow, addiction recovery is hard, excruciating work and like all hard work – well worth it in the end.
While the work is hard, don’t make the experience unbearable. Seek out the facility that embraces the “I am” attitude, one that specializes in custom, individualized programs that help you achieve optimum “I am” power. Drug rehab may be a disease however the treatment does not need to take place in a hospital setting. Many facilities operate outside this venue, and these facilities have had the best success rates.
Picture yourself on the coast of sunny California, in the rolling hills of Malibu gazing at panoramic views of the ocean from your room. With a wide range of therapies from one-on-one to group to family sessions and a wide variety of extracurricular activities to help you find peace of mind. Along with friendly knowledgeable staff and award winning cooks, this place sounds more like a 5-star resort or spa instead of a rehab center.
It is in this setting you are taught the reasons why, and how you came to be an addict. Here is where you will rediscover the true power of “I am” and gain your own power of “I am a recovering addict”. It is your time to shine, make the call.