It was the passing of a dear friend to overdose that was the catalyst for Jade Carne’s own recovery. Sitting in a prison cell, unable to attend her friend’s funeral, Jade made a commitment to recovery. “I felt no hope there in prison, but I ultimately chose to get sober to honour my close friend,” … Continued
“Recovery took a guy who was ready to give up and showed me that I have a life worth living,” says Matt. As someone who assumed he’d “die an alcoholic,” he didn’t have much hope for recovery. “I drank heavily for 20 years,” he says. “When I was 42, nothing would stop me. Not my … Continued
When was the last time that you felt your emotions were completely out of control? At the time, did you have the tools and skills to ensure things didn’t spiral further? We can all think of a time (or many) when we let our emotions get the better of us. However, it is important to … Continued
By Stefano, Renascent Alumni Step Two – Came to believe that a power greater than ourselves, could restore us to sanity. My name is Stefano, and I am an alcoholic addict. On June 7, 2015, I desperately sought out an institution (Renascent) to have something other than myself, manage my powerless life. On June 6, … Continued
For Colin and many who find recovery, the desire to be free of substances came from within. “I have validation issues. I need you to like me,” he shares candidly. “I’ve spent my life performing – for high fives, for handshakes, for accolades. I came to treatment seeking more validation, but fortunately the counsellors knew … Continued
In Step 1 “We admitted we were powerless over alcohol — that our lives had become unmanageable.” My name is Edwin and I am an alcoholic and addict. Why am I here? I am here because I have no other choice. Yet, today I am free. I joined these anonymous programs because addiction controls me, not … Continued
There are always changes that we can implement which will help us improve the quality of our lives. Whether we want to give up smoking, eat healthier foods, or start a new career, changing how we currently operate is always involved. Changing our habits (especially bad ones) can be very challenging. However, when we understand … Continued
Renascent invited all children of alumni, Renascent Children’s Program and Family Program clients and alumni, as well as the children of Renascent staff to participate in a card contest. Contestants were asked to submit artwork under two themes: gratitude and The Holidays. Below is the winning artwork, which now graces the cover of various Renascent … Continued
“I just never felt at peace,” Hannah says. “I always felt like the black sheep, the odd one out.” It was this persistent feeling of discomfort that led Hannah to six years of heavy drug use, culminating in a dangerous and all-consuming addiction. “I would find different means of escaping myself and my raw state … Continued
By Cody, Renascent Alumni When I completed my Twelfth Step and started to apply the Steps into my daily living, life started to get better and the promise stated to come true. I was no longer a “bad” son. I became an even better father. I showed up the way my kids need me; the … Continued
