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Independence Day – Independent from Substance Abuse
The true meaning of Independence Day goes beyond the fireworks, parades, barbecues, and other patriotic traditions. It lies in the deeper values it represents: the courage to fight against oppression, the right to life, liberty, self-determination, and the ongoing pursuit of happiness. This concept of freedom also applies on a personal level, including freedom from harmful substances.
I’ve Hit The Reset Button on Life
On completing the program I feel like I’ve hit the reset button on life. I’m back to who I was before burying myself in alcohol.
Empowered and Equipped to Stay Sober
Not only do I feel equipped to stay sober; I’ve seen other students blossom, so to speak. I’ve watched people on the program become entirely different people—more bubbly, smiling more.
A Brand New Me
I can do what I want now. I have a future, whereas before, I didn’t even want to wake up. Now, when my alarm goes off, I’m excited to get up and get things done. I’ve been clean since 2021, and I am now a preschool teacher.
Mental Health Awareness Month – The Correlation Between Mental Health and Addiction
Mental Health Awareness Month is observed in May each year to raise awareness of the importance of mental wellbeing, educate people about available resources, and advocate for better care. So what is the relationship between mental health and addiction?
Enjoying Sobriety
When I showed up at Narconon, I was in bad shape physically and mentally. I had already lost a lot and was about to lose everything, including my life. Two and a half months later, I’ve gone through the Narconon program, and now I feel healthy and ready.
A New Chance at Life
Alex reached a turning point when he lost his best friend to alcohol. This made him realize how drinking had cost him dearly – from health issues to strained relationships. Read about his story and how Alex took his life back from alcohol addiction.
FM
A Parent’s Perspective
Any parent feels pretty helpless when one’s child faces crises and pain. John is a middle-aged man with a good heart, great intellect, and a sense of humor. I knew that the choice of when and how to deal with his alcoholism had to be his. I am VERY grateful that John searched carefully connected with good people experienced a program which has been fine-tuned for decades and found the location where he and staff members could work together toward what he needed and wanted most—another chance to live a good and happy life.
FM
The Indirect Victims of Alcohol Abuse
It is no surprise that alcohol is prevalent in our society. It is the most commonly used, easy to get and legal drug in the United States. Unfortunately, alcohol use doesn’t come without consequences—from waking up with a hangover to death in a traffic accident, alcohol use isn’t innocent.
Why Can’t We Legalize Drugs?
The legalization debate is probably one of the most heated and contentious arguments on the subject of drugs. I have a hard time thinking of another topic in the area that is discussed as often or to such a great length as the legalization debate.