We’ve already helped thousands of people find a new path filled with healing, clarity, and purpose. Each person’s journey is unique, but what they share in common is the courage to ask for help and the commitment to keep going.
Below are real and authorized quotes from people who once felt lost, stuck, or hopeless, and who found strength through the Self Recovery program. Whether you’re just starting to consider help or you’re already on the road, their stories are here to remind you: you are not alone, and recovery is possible.
Let these words be a source of encouragement, perspective, and hope for you, or for someone you care about.
Quotes About Recovery from Addiction: Common Challenges
1. “One of the biggest obstacles to getting help was the persona I put on. I had this “stage character” – a normal, put-together version of myself that I showed to coworkers and friends. I didn’t want anyone to know I was a drug addict. To be honest, I was in denial. I had everyone believing I was okay when I really wasn’t.”
2. “It’s easy for me to say now, but when you’re in it, it’s hard to admit. And asking for help is even harder. Admitting to my family what was really going on. That was tough. I needed someone to show me the way or help me find steps that would work. I didn’t know what would help, but I believed there had to be something out there.”
3. “Before I got help, my life looked like a constant cycle of trying to get clean, trying to get sober. But it was just chronic relapses. A big part of why I could never stay clean was because I didn’t understand the concept of depression or anxiety. I always thought the solution was simple: quit the drugs, get clean, and life would go back to normal.”
4. “I always felt judged, like people were in my face. And no one wants to go get help when it feels like that. It costs money, and it requires a total lifestyle change. That’s scary. At one point, I completely lost hope – because everyone else had lost hope in me. And when that happens, it makes everything harder. Especially when you’re talking to someone who doesn’t seem to care or even listen. That just pushes you further down. But with the Self Recovery program, I could tell right away it was different. I felt it, I didn’t have to pretend or hide who I was. I wasn’t judged, and I felt safe. I could just be myself.”
5. “Before treatment, I felt like I was being buffeted by unseen forces. I’d fall into these repetitive loops – binge drinking, sometimes for 24 hours at a time. Just completely out of control, with far less self-control than I have now. I was still chasing the same destructive behaviors. But Dr. Hochman’s approach helped me become more aware, more present. His method is insightful, especially in helping you understand what forces are driving your behavior. He addresses addiction from all angles: physically, medically, and psychologically. That multidimensional approach was incredibly effective for me.”
Quotes About Recovery from Addiction: The Path Forward
6. “You have to reach for help. You have to want it. I can’t imagine going any further down than I already had. Sometimes, you have to give it a real chance. That’s why I never gave up. I kept trying, again and again. It didn’t always work – but eventually, it did. And I’m so glad I never gave up. I’m glad I reached out. Because here I am now.”
7. “When I started Self Recovery, I held on to a shred of hope that I could do better. And sure enough, it worked. Now, years later, I’m doing good. Actually, I’m doing great. Something clicked. I didn’t know what it was at first, but it worked. For someone who tried so many times, who saw so many doctors, to finally find something that worked… that gave me the will to keep going.”
8. “Once I accepted that it’s okay to ask for help, everything started to change. With Self Recovery, I never felt judged or humiliated. I felt comfortable. And that feeling of comfort helped me actually get to the root of a lot of problems. That, I believe, is essential for success. Dr. Hochman’s system takes different aspects of your life and weaves them together in a way that helps you find clarity and direction.”
9. “There’s something powerful about doing this work from the comfort of your own home. You can say what you want, express what you feel. Self Recovery made me ask myself questions I’d never asked before. It helped me want to understand myself. I’ve always struggled to calm down. I had so much anxiety. But now I’ve learned how to slow myself down, to be present in the moment.”
10. “The flexibility is a game-changer. Finding a program that you can go at your own pace. If something interrupts you, you can step away and come right back to where you left off. Self Recovery is always there. It’s something I can always return to. And honestly — it’s easier than I thought. It’s a smoother ride than trying to fight through life every single day.”
Life After Addiction – What Recovery Looks Like
11. “My days now are so much better. I’ve restored relationships with my family – ones I thought were beyond repair. I’ve excelled at work. I’m now a supervisor and on track to run my own company. That’s something I never even dreamed of before getting help. Now, all I see is possibility. It is possible to chase your dream life. I’m so close to where I want to be that I wake up every day with my head held high and excited for what’s ahead. Things do get better – way better. Better than you could even imagine.”
12. “My recovery has helped guide me toward the things I want to do – and the things I’m capable of doing. I’ve rediscovered the artistic, creative side of me. I’m a writer. And now, I’m actually tapping into that part of myself. I’m really grateful. Because this kind of recovery helps you reclaim parts of your life you thought were gone forever. It takes time. It takes patience. But it is worth it. And it took me a long time to believe that. Just put your heart into it.”
13. “One of the biggest factors in my improved mental health and happiness has been mindfulness. It’s helped me feel more in tune with what’s really happening, both in the world and within myself. I’ve learned to pause before reacting, which has been a game-changer.”
14. “Now, when people come to me – friends or family – who have loved ones struggling with addiction, my go-to move is to send them a link to selfrecovery.org. That’s how much I value this approach. It’s often the very first thing I do. It’s a way for people to learn and heal remotely — without taking time away from their busy lives and without having to publicly admit how deeply they’re struggling. It offers a safe space to understand what you’re up against and how to manage it – from the comfort of your own home, even on nights and weekends. I believe in it so much, I personally recommend it to my own friends and family.”
