Whatever caused you to pull yourself up and take a good, long look at the reality your life has become is uniquely your story. What it specifically was, whether it was your spouse or loved one walking out, getting fired, injuring or killing someone because of drunk driving, is the motivation that brought you to this point. While it may have been very painful or has long-lasting negative consequences, the fact that you now are willing to accept treatment is the juncture that can make a monumental difference in the rest of your life.
Following a simple strategy is a whole lot easier if you start off with the proper frame of mind. For now, don’t worry too much about what’s all going to happen or what you’re missing out on being in treatment or any of a million other thoughts racing around inside your head.
What you need to do right away is to calm your overloaded mind and allow yourself to concentrate on your surroundings in drug rehab. This won’t be all that easy to do, but it does help to put everything in context. You need to be able to take it on faith that this will be good for you, that it’s something you want, and that you will find the strength and courage to make it through.
First Things First: What to Tell Your Busy Mind
