Words of KW Legacy Ranch Students
"I have inner peace and sense of self...I feel better than ever in my life." PM
My parents were fed up with my negative behaviors that I was doing at home and they didn’t fell very close to me anymore...I had zero respect for authority, issues with violence, substance abuse, impulsivity, and I had slim to none emotional regulation. These behaviors were all in my control, it was a choice...Since coming to KW, I have made a lot of changes and progress with these past behaviors, attitudes, and choices. For one, my family and I actually really enjoy being around each other now. I seek to understand where they are coming from and openly communicate with them when I am struggling so that I can work through it with them...I’m always going to need to work on changing certain behaviors and thinking patterns. I’ve made a lot of progress looking back...I can proudly say that I am not the same person that I was over a year ago. I love you all KWLR!
C.S.
I was sent to KW because I was using drugs, stealing, lying, manipulating and getting into trouble. I had no regard for the feelings of my family, or anyone else for that matter, and they did not want me to continue down that path because they love me too much, so they sent me to KW to make some changes...I learned that I care about people a lot and that I enjoy helping others...
Out of all the treatment programs in the United States, I was sent to a small ranch in Nevada. I do not think that was a coincidence. I believe God sent me to KW out all places because this is where I was meant to be. I don’t think any other program would have made as much of an impact on my life as KW did. Every staff member who works at KW has never given up on me, never stopped caring about me, and supported me in any way that would help me become a better person. They saw my potential and made sure I always lived up to it, even during the times I did not see it myself. ...I am very grateful for everything that KW has done for me, it would not be possible without the people there who care about me so much. Thank you, KW Legacy Ranch.
K.T.
Before coming to this program, my life was headed in an extremely bad direction. Addiction and some pretty negative behaviors were destroying my most important relationships. I was so anxious that thoughts of doing the most basic tasks (going to the gas station, eating with my family, being seen in public, etc.) were terrifying to me. I was extremely unhappy with myself and with my life. So much has changed since then, and my direction has taken a complete 180...I believe that one of, if not the biggest thing I have gained while being here has been self-confidence, a large part of that being social skills. Social anxiety held me back severely and was a main contributor to many negative behaviors I previously had. Over the past year it has felt incredible to be able to push myself out from my comfort zone, open up, and let people into my life. I have been able to connect with others in positive ways that I had initially not thought possible. Having trusting, respectful relationships with authority, being uplifting/encouraging with and gaining respect from peers, and developing a much more in depth and mature relationship with my parents are some examples of this...I am incredibly lucky to be able to be a part of this program. I do not want to discredit any of the other places I have been to, but none of them have had a fraction of the impact that KW has had on myself and my family. I cannot possibly thank all of the therapists and staff enough for creating this environment where I have been able to improve myself and my life so much.
M.M.
It’s hard for me to imagine where my life would be right now without this program. When I first came to KW I knew that things weren’t going very well in my life but wasn’t willing to put in the effort to change it...Coming into this program I had no idea of how much I would change in the next year. I’m definitely not perfect but I do believe that my life is going in the right direction and that I’ve made strides from the beginning. I feel proud of what I’ve accomplished here and am confident that I have the tools I need to be successful in life. I’ve learned how to grow and make real change and am excited to keep moving in this direction at my next step.
W.H.
This past year of my life has been one that I will never forget. In all the sixteen and a half years I have been on this earth, I can say that this one has been the most immense to me. It has been the best year of my life, the hardest year of my life, and also the year that I have experienced the most growth...I think that I am a much better version of myself for it. Before coming to KW, I was in a dark place and had negative views of the world, people around me, and myself. I was choosing to be depressed to justify not taking responsibilities, and escaped from the painful reality with my addiction. I had reached rock bottom and was truly miserable. I had no hope for my future and had given up on my relationships and aspirations. Now, things are different. I feel that I have a clear sense of direction, plans for where I want to go and who I want to be, and am motivated to live life to it’s fullest. I have found my own life to be more meaningful than I ever thought, and I have relationships with my family, others and God that I never could have dreamed of before coming to KW. My program has been filled with ups and downs, but with every failure I have learned to get back up and keep going. KW has given me the foundation and tools I need for the long run. To look to the future and see a life ahead of me worth living...I know in my heart that I have found a once in a lifetime opportunity here at KW and my legacy will be forever altered as a result.
A.L.
I came to KW angry, nervous and terrified, but now, in the KW Family, I have gained strength, humility and love. I am not that scared kid that was heading down the path of self-destruction, but a man that is able to cut his own path with the help of his family and friends.
I.S.
The [person] that came here to Nevada was quite different from now, possibly near unrecognizable from who I am today. I burned all the bridges I could, cut everyone out, and put myself against the world and God, fighting an uphill battle of stubborn hate that I could never hope to win. Back then I lived in a disillusioned fantasy, seeing myself to be the omnipotent and destined to conquer everything and everyone. That (name withheld) was an angry, hate-distorted creature lurking in the shadows and plotting the downfall of the world: wanting to see it all burndown to ash. Back then I worked with no one and lived a lonely, sad life of isolation and distant longing, always wanted something better yet never doing anything to fix my life. Looking back, I see that the degree to which my life was out of control serves as a scale to how far I’ve come in this time. I lost years and years of social experience and relational skills through my destructive lifestyle of the past, but have since improved greatly in this field due to the constant encouragement, help, and support from everyone here at KW as well as my family back home...The changes I have made here at KW would have been impossible if not for the constant support and encouragement of everyone here. My life now is a stark contrast from the way I was living before and I have you all to thank for this complete change in direction. Going back home into the future, I have solid, resolute that thing will be different and that I will cut out a good life for myself. Of course, I could not have done none of it alone and want to thank all of you today for helping get where I am now. The period of my life at KW is coming to a close, but the impacts and magnitude all of you have on me will last forever into eternity. I am forever in debit and grateful. I was shown a second chance and given real mercy. Now, going back home, all I can do is bow my head and remember the grace given to me...Thank you, everyone: you have all helped me arrive where I am standing today.
N.P.
Coming here I was very sick. I was 30 pounds under weight, very depressed, and mad at everyone. All the relationships that I had were broken and I didn’t care about anyone but myself. My mom was trying to get me help and I didn’t want it because I thought that I knew more than her. She was scared and worried and I just blew her off. My life was not going in a positive direction and I didn’t care. I believe that I got extremely lucky just to be here because of the complete 180 my life has made. It was a very hard choice for my mom to make and I am grateful she did it.
N.M.
Change was essential for me in my life before KW, and the way I was living before treatment was not working out. Now, my continued development and growth is essential for my overall success and will determine how I will live the rest of my life. Before treatment, I was a struggling adolescent who was addicted to drugs, stole, abused and lied my way to meet my own selfish needs. Currently I am a strong recovering young adult, and I have put in a lot of work to restore my life and ultimately change my behaviors. KW Legacy Ranch’s program and dedicated staff have made it possible for me to change my life for the better.
T.P.
C.S.
I was sent to KW because I was using drugs, stealing, lying, manipulating and getting into trouble. I had no regard for the feelings of my family, or anyone else for that matter, and they did not want me to continue down that path because they love me too much, so they sent me to KW to make some changes...I learned that I care about people a lot and that I enjoy helping others...
Out of all the treatment programs in the United States, I was sent to a small ranch in Nevada. I do not think that was a coincidence. I believe God sent me to KW out all places because this is where I was meant to be. I don’t think any other program would have made as much of an impact on my life as KW did. Every staff member who works at KW has never given up on me, never stopped caring about me, and supported me in any way that would help me become a better person. They saw my potential and made sure I always lived up to it, even during the times I did not see it myself. ...I am very grateful for everything that KW has done for me, it would not be possible without the people there who care about me so much. Thank you, KW Legacy Ranch.
K.T.
Before coming to this program, my life was headed in an extremely bad direction. Addiction and some pretty negative behaviors were destroying my most important relationships. I was so anxious that thoughts of doing the most basic tasks (going to the gas station, eating with my family, being seen in public, etc.) were terrifying to me. I was extremely unhappy with myself and with my life. So much has changed since then, and my direction has taken a complete 180...I believe that one of, if not the biggest thing I have gained while being here has been self-confidence, a large part of that being social skills. Social anxiety held me back severely and was a main contributor to many negative behaviors I previously had. Over the past year it has felt incredible to be able to push myself out from my comfort zone, open up, and let people into my life. I have been able to connect with others in positive ways that I had initially not thought possible. Having trusting, respectful relationships with authority, being uplifting/encouraging with and gaining respect from peers, and developing a much more in depth and mature relationship with my parents are some examples of this...I am incredibly lucky to be able to be a part of this program. I do not want to discredit any of the other places I have been to, but none of them have had a fraction of the impact that KW has had on myself and my family. I cannot possibly thank all of the therapists and staff enough for creating this environment where I have been able to improve myself and my life so much.
M.M.
It’s hard for me to imagine where my life would be right now without this program. When I first came to KW I knew that things weren’t going very well in my life but wasn’t willing to put in the effort to change it...Coming into this program I had no idea of how much I would change in the next year. I’m definitely not perfect but I do believe that my life is going in the right direction and that I’ve made strides from the beginning. I feel proud of what I’ve accomplished here and am confident that I have the tools I need to be successful in life. I’ve learned how to grow and make real change and am excited to keep moving in this direction at my next step.
W.H.
This past year of my life has been one that I will never forget. In all the sixteen and a half years I have been on this earth, I can say that this one has been the most immense to me. It has been the best year of my life, the hardest year of my life, and also the year that I have experienced the most growth...I think that I am a much better version of myself for it. Before coming to KW, I was in a dark place and had negative views of the world, people around me, and myself. I was choosing to be depressed to justify not taking responsibilities, and escaped from the painful reality with my addiction. I had reached rock bottom and was truly miserable. I had no hope for my future and had given up on my relationships and aspirations. Now, things are different. I feel that I have a clear sense of direction, plans for where I want to go and who I want to be, and am motivated to live life to it’s fullest. I have found my own life to be more meaningful than I ever thought, and I have relationships with my family, others and God that I never could have dreamed of before coming to KW. My program has been filled with ups and downs, but with every failure I have learned to get back up and keep going. KW has given me the foundation and tools I need for the long run. To look to the future and see a life ahead of me worth living...I know in my heart that I have found a once in a lifetime opportunity here at KW and my legacy will be forever altered as a result.
A.L.
I came to KW angry, nervous and terrified, but now, in the KW Family, I have gained strength, humility and love. I am not that scared kid that was heading down the path of self-destruction, but a man that is able to cut his own path with the help of his family and friends.
I.S.
The [person] that came here to Nevada was quite different from now, possibly near unrecognizable from who I am today. I burned all the bridges I could, cut everyone out, and put myself against the world and God, fighting an uphill battle of stubborn hate that I could never hope to win. Back then I lived in a disillusioned fantasy, seeing myself to be the omnipotent and destined to conquer everything and everyone. That (name withheld) was an angry, hate-distorted creature lurking in the shadows and plotting the downfall of the world: wanting to see it all burndown to ash. Back then I worked with no one and lived a lonely, sad life of isolation and distant longing, always wanted something better yet never doing anything to fix my life. Looking back, I see that the degree to which my life was out of control serves as a scale to how far I’ve come in this time. I lost years and years of social experience and relational skills through my destructive lifestyle of the past, but have since improved greatly in this field due to the constant encouragement, help, and support from everyone here at KW as well as my family back home...The changes I have made here at KW would have been impossible if not for the constant support and encouragement of everyone here. My life now is a stark contrast from the way I was living before and I have you all to thank for this complete change in direction. Going back home into the future, I have solid, resolute that thing will be different and that I will cut out a good life for myself. Of course, I could not have done none of it alone and want to thank all of you today for helping get where I am now. The period of my life at KW is coming to a close, but the impacts and magnitude all of you have on me will last forever into eternity. I am forever in debit and grateful. I was shown a second chance and given real mercy. Now, going back home, all I can do is bow my head and remember the grace given to me...Thank you, everyone: you have all helped me arrive where I am standing today.
N.P.
Coming here I was very sick. I was 30 pounds under weight, very depressed, and mad at everyone. All the relationships that I had were broken and I didn’t care about anyone but myself. My mom was trying to get me help and I didn’t want it because I thought that I knew more than her. She was scared and worried and I just blew her off. My life was not going in a positive direction and I didn’t care. I believe that I got extremely lucky just to be here because of the complete 180 my life has made. It was a very hard choice for my mom to make and I am grateful she did it.
N.M.
Change was essential for me in my life before KW, and the way I was living before treatment was not working out. Now, my continued development and growth is essential for my overall success and will determine how I will live the rest of my life. Before treatment, I was a struggling adolescent who was addicted to drugs, stole, abused and lied my way to meet my own selfish needs. Currently I am a strong recovering young adult, and I have put in a lot of work to restore my life and ultimately change my behaviors. KW Legacy Ranch’s program and dedicated staff have made it possible for me to change my life for the better.
T.P.
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