| Recovery - Some Tips R ecognise the problem. Next cut out or cut down your habit. E quip yourself for withdrawal. If you're kicking a physical addiction, your GP can help and advise on keeping it together through 'cold turkey', which can be really tough. Writing down all the reasons why you are quitting can help you get through those moments of doubt. C ounselling can help. Talking about your feelings helps you come to terms with what led you into the addiction in the first place. It can also provide support as you break the habit. O vercome boredom. Without a high to live for, many addicts worry their lives will be empty. The solution? Fill your time. The more things you get going, the less likely you are to lapse. V igilance is vital. Anticipate cravings, crises and weak spots by establishing a plan to distract you. These feelings will pass. E very minute is a victory. Looking too far ahead can be scary, so just focus on getting through each day. R each out for support from friends and family. They'll want to help, but you have to ask for it. Y ou will crack this addiction, even if it doesn't work out first time round. Remember every time you try you're one step closer to kicking that habit. |
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| A B C's of Recovery A is for attitude A positive is good B is for behaviour Change it we should C is for changes In our lives we will make D is for Determination We know it will take E is for effort Recovery will need F is for faith Growing stronger indeed G is for God Strength from above H is for hope A feeling to love I is for involved In groups that care In knowing they're there J is for joy K is for killing "this disease wants us dead" L is for life We're living instead M is for meditation Done every day N is for "newcomer" Let's show him the way O is for opportunities In recovery they're great P is for patience Learning to wait Q is for quest For serenity we'll find R is for recovery First in our mind S is for simple Keep it we must T is for training From people we trust U is for up The direction to go V is for victory We'll gain as we grow W is for willingness To make our wrongs right X is for expectations Our goals are in sight Y is for yearning For peace and harmony Z is for zenith Height attained through recovery Now we've seen recovery from A to Z Life does get better Work hard and we'll see |
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