Phoenix House

[jessejames31]

i have a quick question. has anyone on this site attended phoenix house for rehab?  i'm getting admitted on dec.4th, i've read the manual and spoke with a "completer". the program can take up to a year, and from what i understand, is pretty demanding. i'm going no matter what, as i have lost complete control of my life and want it back.  i just want to know what to expect as far as the demanding part entails, i've never done well with authority.  i guess if it was a cake-walk, it wouldn't be very effective.  any input would be cool, thanks in advance and hope everyone is well..  
-jessejames

[NautyOne]

Jess,

Yes, it will be hard and you have every reason to be nervous. It is a long stay, but will be so worth it.  You will become a new and improved Jess.  One you will be in touch with and learn to love.  And, if you really think about how fast a year really goes by.....your baby girl is at an age where you can re-build that relationship with minimal scars.  I commend you, Jess for what you are doing.  It will be by far the hardest, but most rewarding thing you can do for your life.........for U first, just you.......then you can start rebuilding .........

God Bless,
Nauty............

[jessejames31]

thanks for your reply.  sometimes i just need to hear that, i'm pretty much all by myself everyday, i can kind of get stir-crazy without human interaction.  you're right that i need to just suck it up, when i get back i'll be structured and responsible, but best of all i'll be drug-free.  i'll get custody of my baby back, working to restore our relationship.  all i need to do is weigh what i'm doing now, to what i'll be doing when i complete the program.  and there's nothing to weigh, ya know.  no matter what though, i'm very nervous about it.  i think it's the length of stay that scares me the most..  it will be by far the hardest thing i'll ever have followed through with..   thanks again,  -jessejames

[NautyOne]

Hi Jess,

I have heard of Phoenix House, and if you are going for a year program.   Its a very good choice.  It's very structured and you are required to participate.  I think its a wonderful thing you are doing, and I wish you the best.  If you are not good with authority, you will have to work on that, because structure is what you need right now.  Give into it, U are there to get better, and if you stick to the program U will become a much better person for it.  Please think about that.  You will be told what to do on a daily basis, and it will probably be uncomfortable at first, but suck it up.  I promise you will be glad you did.

I wish you all the best, hun.  They probably won't allow you internet.  Not positive, but if so, please keep us posted on your progress.  I've seen your struggle for so long Jess and I think this is an opportunity of a lifetime.......don't screw it up.  this is your chance to become the person you want to be.  We all want that for you Jess.

Love & Prayers,
Nauty...............