If I had to choose one word to describe an overall experience it would be discovery. And love. That's two, I know. I discovered myself. I discovered that it was OK just to be me. I discovered emotion. I discovered another way, a different path. And I discovered love.
Mount Carmel Graduates
Below are interviews from past Mount Carmel graduates. Click to read how treatment helped to change their lives.
Words fail me how much support and unconditional love and respect that I received from the staff and other residents in Mount Carmel. I learnt about ME and how to live without needing to pick up another drink and in turn help those that come in behind me.
Personally I have gained a self-awareness which I feel I lacked previously. I have also learnt to value myself more and also value my own thoughts and opinions. Going through treatment at Mount Carmel and now recovery, has given me a braver approach to life. I am more decisive and worry less about what other people think of me.
Recovery has changed the way I perceive myself and the world around me and I have a peace of mind now that I never knew existed before I went to Mount Carmel. My life has a new balance and a new purpose. The 12 steps have taught me about trust, accountability, about the gift of service and have impacted profoundly on my life. The world is a softer, more exciting and more colourful place now. Before Mount Carmel I felt like I was constantly swimming against the tide. Now, with an occasional nudge of the tiller or a gentle repositioning of a sail – I let the current take me where it needs to.
My life has changed completely for the better in every way imaginable, every area of my life has improved immeasurably. Also I have learnt how to cope with all the difficulties and problems that can arise as I go along. My relationship with my family is now full of love and trust. I am finally financially secure, I have a new found confidence and hope for the future. On the whole it was a life changing experience.