Feeling lonely is common when struggling with an addiction. Most people don’t understand things they have never experienced themselves. I am here to tell you that your life matters in a big way. Although you may not be able to see through the cloudiness that accompanies an addiction you have to understand that you can and will get past this. The journey is going to seem long and hard but there is something out there for everyone. Once you start to see things clearly you will understand. Until then, do whatever it takes to help you feel better. Keep reaching out because at some point something will happen where you will start to realize that your experience not only made you stronger but can also help other people.
5 Tips on how to handle a Crisis
- Stop whatever you are doing and find a quiet place to be, away from people.
- Spend 10 minutes and focus on deep breathing
- Call someone who can help
- Avoid people who may make your crisis worse
- Call a Suicide Hotline or 911 if you feel you are a danger to yourself or someone else.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is open 24 hours per day and 7 days per week. Please reach out if you are thinking about suicide.
1-800-273-8255
5 Tips for Keeping your Environment Recovery Focused
- Be sure to start each day with a clean home or room
- Get rid of cash and paraphernalia
- Daylight is important so open your windows to let the sunlight come in
- Keep your refrigerator well stocked with healthy snacks, fruits, and vegetables
- Post your recovery intentions somewhere you look every day
Are you at risk for a relapse?
Happy March! While Spring doesn’t officially start this year until March 20th, it can be nice to know now that we are only days away from warmer weather and longer days.
This week I would like to focus on relapse and what we can do to prevent one. Relapse is very common but if you can absolutely prevent one by recognizing the early triggers and you must be committed to do something about it.
Here are some internal signs that you might be thinking about a relapse:
- Not being able to think clearly (brain fog, sleepiness, etc.)
- Not being able to manage your emotions
- Difficulty remembering things
- Buckling too easily under pressure or stress
- Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
- Feeling especially clumsy
- Feeling guilty
If you are experiencing any of these signs you may be headed for a relapse. The good news is, is that you can prevent this. Start today by making a list of things you can do to get past these feelings. How can you distract yourself or work through them?
5 Tips for Loving someone who Struggles with an Addiction
When someone you love gets sucked into the whirlwind of an addiction it can create intense emotional struggles that can make things worse. You cannot help who you love and you can’t just stop loving someone because they’re going through an incredibly difficult time. You can though open your heart and try to approach the situation using love and compassion.
5 Tips for Loving Someone who struggles with Addiction
- Stop living in the past
- Don’t mistake enabling for love
- Forgive them
- Believe in them
- Recognize their effort
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