Narconon Colorado

I Was Able to Find Myself through My Recovery

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 UTC

I Was Able to Find Myself through My Recovery

One of the best things about working at an addiction rehabilitation center is having the opportunity to see people overcome adversity and regain control of their lives. Addiction recovery isn’t always easy but it is certainly possible—we have the privilege of seeing it happen every day. One of our recent graduates shares his experience of taking the steps towards a better life.

I Didn’t Want to Get Help But Now I’m Glad I Did

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 00:00:00 UTC

I Didn’t Want to Get Help But Now I’m Glad I Did

Before I came to rehab, I was in the deepest darkest hole I had ever dug myself into. I ended up becoming something that I hated, something that I truly despised. I became a heroin addict. A heroin addict that chose to shoot up dope, rather than enjoying the smiles and words from my loved ones.

I’m Going to Enjoy Each Moment Like it is My Last

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:00:00 UTC

I’m Going to Enjoy Each Moment Like it is My Last

Overcoming addiction is an amazing accomplishment. Although it is a challenging experience, the end results are well worth the effort needed to regain control of one’s life. Two of our recent graduates share their experiences…

The Influential Power Music Has on Addiction Recovery

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 UTC

The Influential Power Music Has on Addiction Recovery

The other morning I was exercising at the gym when all of a sudden a song came on over the speakers that instantly brought me back to one of the darkest times in my life.

Am I an Alcoholic? Tips on How to Know

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Am I an Alcoholic? Tips on How to Know

If you get to the point where you have to ask this question about yourself or a loved one chances are there is a problem. Whoever the person is in question may or may not technically be an “alcoholic” but there is certainly an issue with substance abuse at hand that needs to be addressed. If it wasn’t a problem then there would be no need to even ask if there were one.

The Mistake of Trading One Addiction for Another

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 00:00:00 UTC

The Mistake of Trading One Addiction for Another

Sometimes when a person gets clean off of drugs they feel that it is still ok to use other drugs or alcohol that were not their main “drug of choice” during their active addiction.

The Importance of Treating the Whole Person Not Just the Addiction

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 00:00:00 UTC

The Importance of Treating the Whole Person Not Just the Addiction

So you or a loved one are ready to get sober and you think to yourself, “Ok, all I’ve got to do is stop drinking or using drugs and I will be good; right?” Wrong. This sort of approach to getting sober is usually very unsuccessful.

Help! My Child Is Addicted to Drugs… Now What?!

Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Help! My Child Is Addicted to Drugs… Now What?!

Perhaps one of the most difficult things that a parent can go through is having one or more of their children struggle with a drug or alcohol addiction. For many people, the first reaction would be “where did I go wrong?” It is important to not get caught up in the self-blame game because it isn’t going to help anything. The best thing to do is to begin to get proactive about finding a solution to the problem.

The Importance of Boundaries in Addiction Recovery

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 00:00:00 UTC

The Importance of Boundaries in Addiction Recovery

In order to live a life of sobriety after living a life of addiction, a person will need to make several changes to the way they live their life.

Healthy Ways to Deal with Stress in Addiction Recovery

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Healthy Ways to Deal with Stress in Addiction Recovery

Stress, we all have it and it’s something we all have to learn how to deal with one way or another.

Is It Really Possible to Live Life Completely Sober?

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Is It Really Possible to Live Life Completely Sober?

When I first went into treatment, the idea of living a life 100% sober terrified me. I thought it would be boring and I had no idea how I would deal with the stresses of everyday life.

Breaking through Common Barriers to Treatment: Part 3

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Breaking through Common Barriers to Treatment: Part 3

In the final portion of our series, we will go over a few more of the common reasons a person may give in order to try and get out of going to addiction treatment.

Breaking through Common Barriers to Treatment: Part 2

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Breaking through Common Barriers to Treatment: Part 2

In the second part of our series, we will explore more of the common reasons people give to try to get out of going to rehab. We have also provided some tips on how to break through these excuses, in order to help a loved one agree to get help for their addiction.

Breaking through Common Barriers to Treatment: Part 1

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Breaking through Common Barriers to Treatment: Part 1

Many times when people confront their loved ones about their addiction, the person being asked to get help will immediately begin to throw out reason after reason why they cannot go to treatment.

Learning How to Live Life in the Present Moment

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Learning How to Live Life in the Present Moment

Before I arrived at Narconon Colorado, I was in a very bad state. I couldn’t function without using, however, I wasn’t functioning due to my drug use either. I didn’t feel like a person and I certainly couldn’t support myself.

My Loved One Just Completed Addiction Treatment… Now What?…

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

My Loved One Just Completed Addiction Treatment… Now What?…

It’s a common story. Your loved one whose addiction has been a major source of stress, anxiety and sleepless nights is finally in treatment and some of the fear you have been experiencing has finally gone. For the first time in a long time, you can take an hour or two to relax.

The Three Waves of the United States Opioid Overdose Epidemic

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

The Three Waves of the United States Opioid Overdose Epidemic

Some people are still in doubt that an addiction problem exists on a national level. However, when looking at the statistics the numbers are grim.

The Odds of Dying from a Drug Overdose Are Higher Than Dying from a Car Accident

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

The Odds of Dying from a Drug Overdose Are Higher Than Dying from a Car Accident

A recent study conducted by the National Safety Council came up with some alarming numbers. The number of preventable injuries and deaths in The United States for 2017 were analyzed and showed that the odds of a United States citizen dying from a drug overdose are higher than the odds of dying from a car accident.

I’ve Learned I Can Be Happy and Appreciate Life Again

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

I’ve Learned I Can Be Happy and Appreciate Life Again

“Coming to the Narconon program was the best thing I could have done for myself and my family. I was afraid when I first came here because I didn’t understand it. I didn’t think I would be able to get through it…“

Learning the Difference between Enabling and Helping an Addict

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Learning the Difference between Enabling and Helping an Addict

One of the hardest things a person can go through is seeing someone they love struggle with addiction. In the beginning, most people will want to whatever they can to help their loved one get better. Sadly after all of the lies, disappointments and let downs it can be easy to want to throw in the towel when it comes to hoping someone will change…

Narconon Colorado Staff Member Highlight: Mike T.

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Narconon Colorado Staff Member Highlight: Mike T.

Mike has always been willing to go above and beyond in order to help out wherever needed at Narconon Colorado. As a Course Supervisor, he helps people get through some of the most difficult aspects of their programs.

How Do You Live When the Thing You Want Most Is Destroying Your Life?

Sat, 12 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

How Do You Live When the Thing You Want Most Is Destroying Your Life?

No matter what anyone tells you living a life of active addiction is hard. It’s a teeter-totter between regretting the past and worrying about the future. “How could I do that? When and how will I get my next fix?”

I Am Thankful to Be Given a New Beginning

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

I Am Thankful to Be Given a New Beginning

My journey began on September 12th, 2018 when my wife saw that I needed help with my addiction. I had become someone that she no longer recognized after 50 years of marriage. I was despondent and unable to be the man I needed to be.

An Estimated 40,000 Children Born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Every Year

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

An Estimated 40,000 Children Born with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Every Year

Alcohol use during pregnancy is the leading preventable cause of learning disabilities, birth defects and developmental disabilities in children.

Hepatitis C Rates Have Tripled in Only Five Years

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Hepatitis C Rates Have Tripled in Only Five Years

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ), the rates of new infections from the Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) have nearly tripled over the past five years and have reached a 15-year high.

Alcohol No Longer Defines Me

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 00:00:00 UTC

Alcohol No Longer Defines Me

I was flirting with death every day. Alcohol was devouring me inside and out. I couldn’t control it or hide it anymore, I was filled with guilt and shame. I finally dug a hole deep enough, scared myself, and cried for help. Narconon answered those cries.