OK. LOVED the last Sex Rehab (episode 4). They must have had some other editor edit this as it was interesting, pithy, moving and multi faceted. Adored every twist and remembered acutely how I felt as I watched Amber and Phil let loose with the anger.
Jennie and I watched spellbound.
Well done VH1
p.s. I know that this is kind of arrogant but I really felt better looking in this episode. Was it perhaps because I wasn’t crying?
It was a great episode, and I liked seeing the nuances of your friendships within the group.
I really enjoyed this episode as well. Sometime when watching I feel really intrusive, like this is a process I have no right to look in on and definitely no right to see only parts of it. I’m glad that this process has helped you and hope that you will continue to succeed.
Yes, this is more like it. Actually brought up tears more than once – empathy, recognition, joy (Good job!) – I really feel you guys. Editors have redeemed themselves. Please pass on thanks to everyone for being willing to share their process with us. Very powerful! ❤
P.S. you were better looking because you were in a tiara. You should wear it every day. Or at least that lucky smile! 😉
I’m watching it right now…so far so good. You all are extremely courageous, I don’t know if you’re getting tired of hearing that. I wish I could do art therapy like you guys did, but I’m still afraid to tap into any of my emotions that deeply yet.
Take Care,
Kamala
I also thought Episode 4 was especially good. I’ve been in OA, so I understand the thing about healthy relationships with what you must have (gotta eat to live!), and when that behavior becomes unhealthy. Abstinence, or sobriety, must be viewed from a completely different perspective.
I thought the art therapy segment was particularly moving, and obviously a great deal of work was accomplished in a short period of time.
In spite of her infuriating behavior, Kari Ann is pitiful. She’s 5 years old, emotionally. Extremely sad.
I do hope the editors continue to show more of the work you do in order to achieve and maintain your recovery. I am interested in seeing the changes in each of you.
I hope you won’t be offended if I tell you I have been praying for all of you on the show. I pray you will all be healthy, happy, abstinent and at peace with yourselves. God bless all of you.
That art therapy was amazing to observe. Very powerful stuff.
You have no idea Duncan how incredibly sexy you are when you cry! Your real, raw, honest charming. I wish I was a dude!!
I find I like what I saw of ‘Anthony’ and his biting English rudeness, but I understand that he must be controlled. I’ve always liked the way the Brits can insult with extreme politeness.
you are a beautiful man inside and out, crying or not, and dont ever let anyone tell u any different. when you cried, i cried with you, thats the God’s honest truth. as an addict myself (i am a recovering pain pill addict but still all addicts understand one another), i know the struggles you go through. i cried with jennie when she opened up about her issues, i cried with phil, and amber. you are all such amazing beautiful people with your own unique and wonderful qualities and it broke my heart to see how troubled you were. but i understand because i am equally as troubled. duncan you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
I just read your daily beast article have not yet taken the time to read the rest of your site – I apologize for not doing this. I’m a pretty level woman – 47 years old – own my own business for many years, take care of my mom, etc. – no addictions – very tame. I really appreciated the series – and very much your time on it. With my fresh eyes, I do think I saw the experience you lived. I appreciated your intelligence, sincerity and empathy. (Jenny was great, too – so smart). In the end, the producers manipulation was apparent and discarded because the real recovery and strength that the few of you did experience was powerful and in it’s way – helpful. Thank you so much. I hope only the best for you.