Maclean's Story
"Prior to treatment I had 3 arrests for DUI. I told myself I didn't have a problem because I didn't drink at work, didn't drink everyday, and only drank the good stuff. I thought I was a connoisseur of microbrews and small-batch bourbons. In reality, once I would start drinking, I wouldn't stop until I was broke, out of booze, or unconscious. On nights I didn't drink, I was miserable. Social events held no interest for me unless alcohol was a part of it. I was ashamed and estranged from my family and apart from all of my normal friends with normal lives. I was extremely overweight and beset with financial problems from spending all my money on booze.
Finally making it to Purple, I found treatment was a lot like high school. I came in confused and unsure of myself or even who I was. I went through an immense amount of growth and learning while I was there. It wasn't always easy, but the experience was all the more valuable for it.
When I left, a world of possibilities was opened up to me. I was confident in who I was and the path I was on. These days, life is infinitely simpler. For the first time in my life, I am comfortable in my own skin. My relationships with my family are better than they've ever been. I have more fun now than I ever have before-real fun. I am no longer chemically dependent and best of all, I can remember what I did the night before!"
-Maclean H.
