Our Successes...
“Wow! It’s finally here! What a good feeling this is to just finally complete something in my life. I’ve never completed anything I’ve started, school, college, the navy, and even more little things… This place showed me the way to happiness and for that I would firstly like to thank my family, without you guys… none of this would’ve been possible. I’d also like to thank the students and staff here because you guys helped me out so much, Eric and Richard thank you for giving me the chance to prove myself, Maggie and Andy thank you for putting up with so much of my nonsense in the course room, Scott thank you for always talking to me when I was down and wanted to leave. Everyone played a huge role in helping me through the program, but one thing I realized is the biggest thank you has to go out to myself, because without the guts to come back and face the music I definitely wouldn’t be here right now.
When I first got here I didn’t care about anything, in fact I came here lost you could say. I had no idea what was going on, I was in a state of confusion. I didn’t want to be here, I made a lot of mistakes and through all my mistakes, someone on the top of the food chain knew I could be helped, and wanted to help me. Nobody gave up on me, no matter how many times I called my family telling them I wanted to leave. In the beginning of the program I screwed up. I ended up going home for a week, against the center and my family’s recommendation. I got home and stayed with my Aunt Jill, who had the full intention on sending me back down here. So after a week, I had to learn to take responsibility for the things I do, and I know what needs to be done. So I came back, and this time I came back with the intention on being happy, and getting through this. I knew there was still so much to learn from the program. Eric, Richard and Tammy made the decision to let me come back even though I blew the program. What a blessing that was. Because I knew I could do it. I just needed the push to go that extra mile, everyday. Finally I learned about responsibility, while started to really look at and address all my past actions, I realized that by admitting all this stuff that I’ve done, and putting it on paper, I was taking responsibility for the things I’ve done. Pretty soon I just felt great about my life, and where it was headed. It was like I had been born again, had a new start on my life. The bad things I’ve done no longer held me back, and impeded my chance at completing a goal of mine, which was to complete this program. Just being able to hear my dad stand up and say, “I’m proud of you son” was like the greatest moment of my life. All I ever really wanted in my life was to be able to be a good son, take responsibility for my actions, be happy, and be true to myself. Without this program I wouldn’t have had the integrity to tell myself, you can finish it, and then honor that by completing. Without a doubt in my mind this is the greatest, happiest day in my life. I did it, and the way to happiness really is here. The opportunities are endless and everything just kind of falls into place for you when you do the right things, and hang out with the right people. I wouldn’t have changed anything in my life. I’m so happy to be here right now telling you that you can do it, just like me.”
Josh B. – Suncoast Rehabilitation Center Program Graduate
“I had a big success today, which occurred outside of course. I was sitting alone on the couch this morning and had a realization that made me happy. I feel I’ve really gained something from this program. I feel I’ve honestly changed in my attitude and thought patterns. I feel I now think and act more logically and more rationally. I can make better decisions now, without struggle. I’m not as indecisive as I was. I really needed this and I’m very pleased with this occurrence. Thus this is a big win/success for me.”
N.M.
"I feel like my responsibility level has increased just over the last day. By taking responsibility for my actions, I feel much better. I am no longer harboring any unpleasant thoughts which might hinder my rehabilitation. I have learned that harming one aspect of my life can affect all of the areas of my life. I now realize that taking responsibility for misdeeds is a much better option than never being discovered and carrying [the weight of the things I've done] with me throughout my life."
M.S.
Dear George, Eric, and staff,
We just wanted to let you know how much we appreciate your services at your Spring Hill facility, we believe it will save our son’s life.
Our visit there this weekend was a pleasure, we actually were able to sit and talk with our son like we could years ago, he was calm, sharp and seemed to have a purpose, or direction. Believe me for the last few years all these traits were non-existant.
The program and the professional staff have worked wonders, not only with our son, but it is evident in all your students there; they are kind and courteous, it was more like being with a group of college graduates discussing future plans.
Sincerely, Rande and Cecilia Newberry
Growing up I was blessed to have a family that loved me. My mother and father worked but always found time to take interest in my life, providing my needs and sometimes, my wants!
When I turned 18, I got a job. I also started college. For me, it was a challenge to do both to the best of my ability. I became inpatient and wanted some “fast money”. I began to sell drugs and later I started to abuse pain killers.
I was addicted for 10 years from that point. Finding myself in legal trouble and hurting my family, I tried different rehab programs over the years with little to no success. Then I went to the Narconon program. I began the program and was amazed at how well I began to feel physically. The sauna made me feel 10 years younger. After sauna, the Communication Course helped me to communicate more comfortably than ever before. I then did the life skills courses and confronted the areas of my life that had always been neglected. It was an amazing experience and I grew with each step of the program.
I have now been clean for 6 years thanks to the Narconon Program. My relationship with my family is better than ever before. Actually, every part of my life is better than ever before and I owe it to Narconon and to my family who never gave up on me.
R.T.
I am a graduate of the Narconon Drug Treatment Program. I was addicted to drugs for 8 years. In that time I got myself into legal trouble and had completely lost my family and friends. I had nothing. When I was going through the program it was answering all of my questions as to why I was using drugs. I was completely uncomfortable with myself and just never happy. I then got the drugs out of my body and started to think clearly. At this point the program helped me find out who I really was. I then started to like me again and became comfortable with myself and with who I was. I was able to see what I had done wrong and take responsibility for those things. At that point, the door began to open for me to get my life back. I was never happier. I had my family by my side and the courts off of my back.
After this point of the program, I entered the life skills portion of the program. I regained the ability to communicate, which, in turn, opened the door for me to be able to let go of the way I was thinking that got me to that point in the first place.
The fact that my family never gave up on me through all of my ordeals was the motivating factor that gave me the desire to gain everything the program had to offer. I became happy and grateful that I was given the opportunity to do the Narconon Program and gain control of my life and be able to make decisions that would lead me down a road of happiness and success. Thank you Narconon for giving me my life back.
J.G.
I came to Narconon with nothing. I was physically worn down. I lost all the material things that had value to me prior to my drug use and, most importantly, my family was done watching me slowly throw my entire life away because of drugs. I needed help!! Narconon gave me help the moment I walked in the door. I really felt that each staff member that I meant really did care about me and wanted to help me piece my life back together. I was getting a lot out of each step of the program the whole way through. The program was laid out in phases and then it was up to me to do the work to get the most out of each step of the program. I was able to change my old way of thinking and apply what I was learning to my life. I got my life back on track. I‘ve been clean for over 4 years now, and I have never looked back. I truly feel that if it wasn’t for Narconon, I wouldn’t be here right now. Thank you.
S.G.
“Before I arrived at SRC my life was a complete mess. I was using drugs and putting myself, my wife, my kids and my whole family at risk. I put them and myself through so much heartache. I had lost complete control of my life. I was about to lose everything that I had worked so hard to get. I did lose a few things but I was fortunate to realize that I needed help. I showed up at SRC not knowing what to expect. I made it through withdraw with a lot less symptoms than I thought I would. It was the great care and techniques of the staff and program that made this possible. I moved onto the next part of the program which taught me how to communicate and confront. I finished that part with a little more confidence in communicating, which I needed. I moved on to sauna after completing Book 1. I was still feeling some cravings and I felt weak. By the time I was done with sauna I didn’t experience any cravings and I felt like I was 16 years old. It was amazing. I had more energy and motivation than I have ever felt. I was now ready to move onto the rest of the program and really handle my problems. I learned so much in Books 4-8. It gave me the tools I needed to really stay clean and lead a successful and happy life. The staff here are amazing. I have never known a group of people with this much desire to really help people. I could never thank them enough for the gift that they have given to me and my family. I will never forget them and I will feel like I will forever be in debt to them.”
J.B. 1st SRC Graduate ~ March 18, 2009
