This podcast features alumni John C. from the Serenity Oaks Wellness Center sharing about his success in the first year of recovery while utilizing the 5 success points.  The 5 success points being: Actively working with a therapist, Participating in a 12 step program, working the 12 steps with a sponsor, Medication management continuing to take prescribed medication after leaving treatment) and lastly occupying time with a job or hobbie.  After years of gathering statistical data on relapse rates the Alumni department at Serenity Oaks Wellness Center has narrowed down the following: if a minimum of 3 of the 5 sucess points are followed the individual will have a greater outcome in maintaining their recovery.