Will my life get better if I stop drinking?
Will my life get better if I stop drinking?
Life improves when we put down the drink, even if it’s hard to imagine at first. “Taking control over your life in an autonomous way is a very powerful thing. Life gets better [when you quit drinking] because you have decided to prioritize yourself,” says Micia Harris, LPC.
What does being sober do for you?
It’s no secret that being sober has many benefits over living in active addiction. They include stable neurology, increased energy, ease of falling and staying asleep, improved skin, and, of course, the tremendous amount of time and money saving.
How do you congratulate a recovering alcoholic?
Here are some statements that you can use to provide positive reinforcement:
- “I’m so proud of you”
- “I’m so happy to see you taking care of yourself”
- “You are so strong”
- “I’m happy that you’re doing well”
- “You are inspiring”
- “You deserve to be happy”
- “You are deserving of a happy and healthy life”
- “Keep on fighting”
How to stay sober in recovery from addiction?
How to Stay Sober: 12 Tips for Your Recovery 1 Identify Your Personal Triggers. A big part of preventing relapse is understanding your external triggers (people, places, things, and situations that elicit thoughts or cravings associated with substance use) as 2 Build Healthy Relationships. 3 Deal With Past Mistakes.
What changes will I need to make to be sober?
Some of the immediate changes you will need to make will be obvious—like not hanging around the people that you used with or obtained drugs from. After all, you can’t hang around your drug dealer or old drinking buddies and expect to remain sober for very long.
Why is self-care important when staying sober?
Staying sober is a high priority, but developing and pursuing other goals can help you maintain that sobriety. Chronically misusing drugs and/or alcohol can take a major toll on your physical and emotional health, and now that you’re in recovery, you’ll want to prioritize self-care and ensure you have the fortitude to remain sober.
Can’t make new friends when you’re trying to stay sober?
You can’t hang around your old drinking buddies and expect to remain sober for very long. Many trying to stay clean find it is to their advantage to make new friends who are also sober. If you find it difficult to make new friends, try joining a support group and taking part in the fellowship.