Card Title: Cracked Hearts Heal Stronger: Holiday HopeBy Jomana A., Renascent Alumni Artist Notes: This artwork embodies the resilience and growth that can emerge from difficult times. It reflects the journey of healing that individuals at Renascent undertake, reminding them that even in their brokenness, they have the strength to rebuild and flourish. This Holiday … Continued
A note on language. At Renascent, we help people recover from substance use addiction and integrate 12-Step facilitation into our programming. We recognize that the substances our clients are recovering from and the 12-Step groups they connect with may vary. Throughout our website you may see general terms relating to the 12 Steps as we … Continued
“I started selling drugs at a young age,” Kyle recalls. “I was 15 or 16 at the time, and I after a while I started doing the drugs, too. I was in and out of jail, and I overdosed three times. I lost both of my parents to drug overdoses, too. It wasn’t the life … Continued
By Sue W., Renascent Alumni Step 12: Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. My spiritual awakening came in January 2020 when I slammed my truck into the back of a parked car and … Continued
For many people in recovery, self-esteem can feel fragile or elusive. Addiction can often leave a lingering sense of guilt, shame, and self-doubt, creating roadblocks on the journey to self-love and acceptance. Yet, self-esteem is a vital part of recovery: it helps us believe in our worth, pursue our goals, and maintain the strength needed … Continued
On a cold day in spring 2022, Adrian’s double life came to an abrupt halt when he was hit by a car during his commute. At the time, he worked as an addictions counselor but was still grappling with his own addiction. “I was telling clients to stop using, but I knew I would use … Continued
