Starting Rehab: My Journey to Sobriety in Delray Beach
The day I decided to start rehab. Starting rehab was a moment of clarity, a realization that I needed help to overcome my addiction. Growing up in Jersey, I was surrounded by drugs and temptation, and I didn’t have the strength to say no.
Everything was too easy, too accessible. I could get high whenever I wanted, and I did. But it was a vicious cycle, one that was destroying my life. I knew I needed a change, a fresh start.
That’s when I discovered Delray Beach, a city in Florida with a reputation for being a hub for recovery. I packed my bags, said goodbye to my old life, and started anew.
Two Months In
It’s been two months since I started rehab, and I can honestly say it’s been a game-changer. Living in Delray Beach has helped me stay sober because nothing is familiar here. I don’t know where to get drugs, and I don’t have any connections.
It’s a clean slate, a chance to start over. And it’s scary, but it’s also liberating. I know that if I mess up, I’ll be on the street or worse, I’ll have to go back home. That’s a motivator, let me tell you.
The Fear of Failure
The fear of failure is a powerful tool, one that I’m using to my advantage. I’m scared to mess up, scared to go back to my old ways. But I’m also scared of what could happen if I don’t get sober.
I’m scared of losing my family, my friends, my life. I’m scared of dying. And that fear is what’s driving me to stay sober.
A New Life
Starting rehab has given me a new life, a chance to rediscover myself. I’m learning new things, meeting new people, and finding new passions. I’m learning to live without drugs, to live with purpose.
It’s not easy, but it’s worth it. I’m two months in, and I’m feeling stronger every day. I know I have a long way to go, but I’m ready for the journey.
A Message to Those Struggling
If you’re struggling with addiction, I want you to know that there is hope. Starting rehab is scary, but it’s also liberating. It’s a chance to start over, to find a new life.
Don’t be afraid to take the leap, to seek help. You’re not alone, and you’re not weak. You’re strong, and you’re capable of overcoming anything.