September 7th, 2011 Since my son was 15 years old, drugs ruled his life. After attending multiple rehabs where they glossed over the intrinsic pathology of a drug addict, multiple relapses followed. At 28 years old, my son continued to spiral down a dark, deep tunnel where death's hands were holding on tightly. He ... Read More
The Experience Blog
FHE Health is comprised of a team of professionals dedicated to improving our patients well-being. In this section our experience is used to weigh in on current events including legislation and trends as well as expert opinion articles directly contributed by our staff. The proof of our program is our Alumni, so we often feature articles from those who have completed our program. They offer real-life stories of struggle, hope and a new life. In our blog you’ll also find out about upcoming events and community impact efforts FHE Health is taking part in.
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Connected-ness by Peter Marinelli
Connected-ness by Peter Marinelli We intellectualize and conceptualize ideas and information. Without action to internalize it, it just becomes more information without ever behavior changing, without thinking changing without attitudes changing and without life changing. So we seek experience rather than just belief ... Read More
Unexpected Tips for Helping an Addict
Finding a Path for Helping an Addict Sometimes the only way you can find for helping an addict is to stop giving the addict assistance. The first step to recovery is to admit that there is a problem. Many people have to hit the very bottom before they can take that step and begin to climb out of the hole. FHE Health ... Read More
Step Five Considerations by Peter Marinelli
Step Five Considerations by Peter Marinelli Page 75 in the Big Book asks some questions after completing step four to ensure the work has been thorough. It asks us to look at the first five proposals. The following considerations to amplify the questions (not re-invent the wheel) Step 1 1 Do I still believe I’m ... Read More
Choosing Long Term Drug Treatment
Choosing Long Term Drug Treatment Addiction causes long term problems and long term drug treatment can be one of the only ways to be sure that the issues are addressed for life. Choosing recovery can be a lot like turning an aircraft carrier around in the ocean. Each step is necessary even if the movements toward the ... Read More
The Beatitudes by Peter Marinelli
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall ... Read More
Benefits of Family Involvement in Drug Rehab
Benefits of Family Involvement in Drug Rehab Family involvement in drug rehab helps with the recovery - not only for the addict, but for the entire family. Addiction affects everyone around the addict. Finding a place for healing for everyone will help make life after recovery an easier transition for the entire ... Read More
Dealing with Now What in Life After Rehab
Dealing with Now What in Life After Rehab Discovering life after rehab can leave mean addicts spinning in circles wondering, "Now what?" Change under any circumstances comes with difficulties. Turning a life around takes time, patience and understanding. There may be moments when the movements to recovery become ... Read More