Mindfulness is a form of meditation that is recommended to people who suffer from anxiety and stress. Mindfulness can help you live in the moment, let go of negative emotions, and get in touch with yourself and your emotions in a positive manner. When you practice mindfulness on a daily basis, you’ll find that your […]
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Staying clean is the top priority in everyone’s life once they find recovery. You can do your best to avoid temptation by working your recovery program. You know it’s important to stay away from people, places and things that tempt you. However, life is unpredictable. Sometimes you run into old friends at the grocery store or on the street. Other times, you may simply be forced to go to a work function and somebody may offer you a drink. You don’t have to tell anybody you’re in recovery if you don’t want to. After all, 12-step programs are anonymous because addiction still has stigma. Here are 25 ways to say no to a drink or drug. Practice them, just in case. Always be polite but firm. If a person tries to push you once you’ve answered, be prepared to walk away. If you’re at an event and feel pressured, do something else. “No, thank you!” “Not tonight, thanks!” “I am getting up really early tomorrow.” “Sorry, I quit” “Sorry, I don’t drink.” “I can’t, I’m driving.” “My doctor told me to quit.” “I promised my husband I won’t drink tonight!” “My wife would kill me!” (Clear it with her, first!) “ Thanks, but I’m the designated driver.” “Thanks for thinking of me, but I can’t tonight.” “No thanks! I’ve drank enough to last a lifetime!” “No thanks! I’ve been sober for a year now!” “No thanks. I don’t want to, tonight.” “No thanks, I’ve got an early meeting tomorrow!” “Sorry, it makes me sick!” “No thanks, I’ve got an allergy!” “I’m already dehydrated enough, not tonight!” “Thanks, but I make really bad decisions when I drink!” “I don’t drink, but thanks!” “Drinking really messes with my health.” “I can’t, I have a drinking problem.” “I’m too sleepy to drink tonight.” “I can’t – I’m on medication that makes it dangerous.” “No thanks! I’m quitting for a while.” There are many other ways to inform people that you quit drinking or using drugs. When you’re in a party scenario or random situation, it’s usually not the time for long-winded explanations. Saying “no” gets easier the longer you’ve been clean and sober, and after a while it comes naturally. Sometimes being creative is fun and helps difuse an awkward situation. Do what feels right for you and call your sponsor for guidance when you need it.
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Enjoy a sober summer!
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Summer time can be fun sober! The 4th of July just ended and the heat wave is slowly ending too. Even though I have been sober for a long time I never forget how this time of year was always a big drinking time and black outs were just part of it. I never want […]
Benefits of Helping other people who are suffering from addiction and depression
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Don’t let your misfortune and affliction be wasted on guilt shame or regret. Use it for good, for your own healing, Sense of purpose and usefulness. It is our primary purpose to stay sober and help others to achieve sobriety. We share our experience, the good, the bad and the ugly. Here are other benefits […]
Sober Living homes and 12 step programs!
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Why does sober living homes encourage and mandate 12 step programs? Simply because it works! However, for as many different people sober in and out of the program, there is that many different experiences for each person in how they sustain their sobriety. Not everyone that stays sober for a long time is involved in […]
Sobriety is not just a new year’s resolution!
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Many people seemingly get beat up by alcohol and drugs during the holiday, AA meetings get flooded with new faces of despair. What happens after the new year? That is a good question, some get sober but unfortunately many don’t. The chances of someone staying sober and continuing to live in the same environment in […]
Ocean View Sober Living Home in Carlsbad
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Ocean View Sober Living Home in Carlsbad If you have been looking for a sober living home or half way house in Carlsbad, you have found the cats meow. This beautiful upscale modern home in Carlsbad has an ocean view deck with tons of outdoor seating, a putting green and ocean views to calm to […]