For those in recovery, you know how hard you have worked to get there and how easy it could be to relapse if you don’t set yourself up for success with a plan for sober living. Maintaining sobriety also takes work, and the fact is that a large percentage of those who succeed with staying sober long-term have had at least one relapse on their road to recovery. There are plenty of things you can do to help maintain your sobriety. The basics include just not drinking or using and making sure you attend support group meetings. At Solution Based Treatment, our team works closely with every client on an aftercare plan to follow your treatment.
Top Ten Tips For Staying Sober
For most people, staying sober isn’t simple. The more you can learn about managing your new sober life, the better. Here are a few tips.
Understanding Triggers
People, places, situations, feelings, emotions, and certain things can all potentially set you off and make you want to drink or use again. Being able to identify and recognize these triggers will prepare you to avoid them better in your sober life.
Recognize Signs of Relapse
Don’t let a relapse surprise you. Know the signs and head them off at the pass. Avoid addictive thinking, self-destructive behavior, putting yourself in situations where you know you’ll be tempted, and acting irresponsibly.
Be Prepared for the Withdrawal Symptoms
Know that it won’t be easy. It may even be worse before it gets better. Buckle up, have your sober support team ready, and don’t be stubborn – ask for help when you need it.
Healthy living
Take the best care of yourself that you can. That means regular exercise, healthy eating, getting enough sleep, practicing mindfulness, and taking up (or resuming) a hobby.
Get Rid of Old Routines, Habits, and Enablers
The last thing you want to do is fall into old routines that bring you right back to substance use. Avoid the people, places, and activities that were part of your old life as an addict. If you need help doing this, a Murrieta drug rehab provides your best chance for recovery in the following programs:
- Inpatient detox
- Inpatient rehab
- Intensive outpatient program
- Sober living program
Celebrate Milestones
It’s important to acknowledge all the hard work you are putting into your recovery and maintaining your sobriety. Celebrate all of your wins, even if they are small. Every step in your recovery journey is valuable.
Be Cool
Your days of anger are over. Your new sober life is all about staying cool, calm, and collected. It’s how you will stay on the straight and narrow and avoid the temptations of your old life and the risk of relapse.
Celebrate Sober Living
Living a sober life has many benefits, such as:
- Mental well-being – a clear head lets you focus so you can live your best life
- A healthier you – better physically and mentally.
- Healthier relationships – having sober friends to go on the journey with you.
- Inspiring others – using your success to help others who are struggling with addiction.
- More money – invest in things that really matter instead of drugs.
Contact SBT to Learn More About Sober Living
Completing a treatment program, like the ones at Solution Based Treatment and Detox is the first step to maintaining your sobriety. What comes next can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Work with our caring and professional treatment team to make a plan and equip yourself with the right tools to live a long-term sober life. Reach out to the team at SBT by calling 833.999.1941 today and get more information about our addiction treatment programs and how you can maintain your sobriety.