Ep.20 – Prepare For Drinking SituationsEp.20 – Prepare For Drinking Situations
More Than a Drunk
Throughout your road to recovery, events will spring out and bombard you with cravings. Prepare a go-bag before then to succeed.
16:42•16 Dec 2020
Smart Strategies for Facing Drinking Situations in Recovery
“There are times that are going to challenge our sobriety. It's a bag that you've packed with everything you need. So that way, if something happens, all you have to do is grab it and you can go and you have what you need.”
Imagine you're at a party, and suddenly the urge to drink hits you like a freight train. What do you do? In this episode of 'More Than a Drunk', Joseph Hansman dives into the nitty-gritty of preparing for those tricky drinking situations that can threaten your sobriety. With four practical tips, Joseph offers a roadmap to navigate these challenges successfully. First up, he suggests packing a go-bag.
Think of it as your survival kit, filled with essentials to help you stay grounded when cravings strike. Next, he emphasizes the importance of having reinforcements—friends or family who understand your journey and can offer support when you need it most. Joseph also recommends always having a non-alcoholic drink in hand at social events. This simple act can help you feel more at ease and less tempted to reach for an alcoholic beverage. Lastly, he underscores the importance of self-care.
Taking care of your mental and physical well-being can make a world of difference in maintaining your sobriety. Throughout the episode, Joseph shares valuable resources like the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism and Self-Management and Recovery Training, among others. These organizations provide additional support and tools to aid in your recovery journey. So, if you're looking for actionable advice to help you stay sober in social situations, this episode is a must-listen.
Joseph's blend of personal experience and practical tips makes it both relatable and incredibly useful.
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