10/18/2020
Really happy to post another testimonial of a woman who sounds good and happy and fought to change her path. Please check out this wonderful testimonial!
My close friend referred Adam to me and my family as they were concerned I needed help. I reluctantly called, out of respect of the request from my family, and spoke to Adam over the phone a few days later. I would like to say the conversation was even-keeled and agreeable. However, my mental illnesses were in full force, which were further compromised with the use of substances. I was angry, disgruntled and in denial of my disease of addiction. I was in denial as I did not hit my version of rock bottom , where my job and apartment, and bills were not in jeopardy. However, a couple days later, I found it almost impossible to get showered and dressed without sobbing or thinking of hurting myself. So I know I needed help now. I called Adam, and told him I’ll do whatever I need to do, because I didn’t want to die. He referred me to First Step in Florida. I said I’ll try anything once. Then he met me at my family’s house and graciously explained a behavioral health facility called First Step. He took the time to listen to my reservations as well as family’s concerns. I quickly agreed at first as a means to prove I didn’t have a problem. Two hours later, I was on a plane to Florida. It was not by any means easy to embrace for the first month, but it all started to make sense. Now I’m on the right meds, have a clear head and mind, and finally have the opportunity of happiness with a future full of hope, not despair. For the first time, I have a recovery date of 80 days clean. I wouldn’t be able to attain a new lease on life, without Adam and First Step. I am no longer living hateful, but now my life has become grateful.
Monica M. 10/18/20
