SomeBuddies Podcast Ep 13 | Relapse | Recommitting to Recovery | with Guest Charlie The Hustler
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- Опубліковано 4 лип 2020
- SomeBuddies is back with another refreshing Episode, in which we are going to discuss Relapse & Recommitting to Recovery. We have got Special Guest Today with us Charlie The Hustler.
If you're in recovery from a substance use disorder, you already know how much work it took to get there, and you'll want to do everything possible to avoid having a relapse. It may seem that relapse is the last thing that could happen to you, but the truth is they are very common for people new to recovery.
It is estimated that up to 80% of those who find long-term sobriety had at least one relapse along the way.1 Some had many before they found lasting recovery. Your intentions may be good, but it takes more than willpower to avoid having a relapse.
But for most people, staying sober isn't that straightforward. The more strategies you learn to identify triggers, cope with stress, and manage your new sober life, the easier it is to prevent relapse.
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 well as your internal triggers (feelings, thoughts, or emotions associated with substance abuse). Once you identify your biggest risks, you can create a plan to prepare for or avoid them.
2. Recognize Relapse Warning Signs
A relapse can sneak up on you, usually because you don't recognize the warning signs. Relapse begins long before you actually pick up a drink or a drug and involves three phases: emotional relapse, mental relapse, and physical relapse.
3. Prepare for PAWS
Depending on the type of dependency, post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS) can last from six months to two years after you stop using, and include a variety of symptoms that range from irritability, sleep troubles, and intermittent anxiety to prolonged depression.
If PAWS is severe or if you're experiencing prolonged symptoms, a medical professional can help you work through them and remain in recovery without relapse.
4. Avoid Old Routines and Habits
It stands to reason that if you quit your drug of choice but continue with your same routine, hanging around the same people and places, and not making any changes in your circumstances, it will be much easier to slip back into your old behaviors and habits.
5. Build Healthy Relationships
Now that you are sober, you may have discovered that your past relationships were not only unhealthy but downright toxic. It's not just your drinking buddies and drug dealers who can get you into trouble-sometimes those who are closest to you can contribute to a relapse.
6. Develop a Structured Schedule
Having a chaotic or disorganized lifestyle can also hinder your recovery. It's important to develop a structured daily and weekly schedule and stick to it. That structured schedule will help you achieve other goals in your life, whether short-term like being on time for work or long-term like going back to school and changing careers.
7. Practice Healthy Living
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.
8. Focus on Your Finances
People in recovery from a substance use disorder frequently have problems meeting work-related responsibilities, maintaining employment, and managing money. If you were active in your addiction for a period of time, chances are you have developed financial problems.
9. Stay Cool and Calm
Many people who misuse alcohol or drugs have trouble dealing with anger. If left unchecked, anger can have a negative impact on your health and your lasting sobriety.
Anger is a normal and natural emotion, but how you deal with it will make a difference in maintaining your recovery.
10. Deal With Past Mistakes
Most people who make their way into recovery have left a lot of pain and suffering in their wake. Feeling guilty or shameful for past behavior or action during active addiction is pretty natural and healthy.
11. Find Balance in Your Life
One common mistake for those who are new to alcohol and drug recovery is substituting a new addiction to compulsive behaviors for their old ones.7 People new to recovery can find themselves approaching their new diet, exercise program, job, and even participation in support groups with a compulsion that echoes addiction.
12. Celebrate Milestones
Acknowledging and celebrating the hard work of recovery is helpful for keeping you motivated and reminding you why you took this brave step toward sobriety in the first place. Just be sure that your rewards don't involved drugs or alcohol. Instead, focus on things, experiences, and activities that will support your new, healthy lifestyle. - Фільми й анімація
I have 8 months and 9 days clean and the "Some Buddies" podcast has been an integral part of my recovery.
Thanks for this when he said "you can't see yourself coming" and then I heard " you gtta have someone else to help you sift thru your shit" I paused and called my sponsor because I been doing good in my recovery but hadnt called my sponsor in a month!!! Kick in the butt I needed! ❤
You guys are killing it, don't stop what you're doing! The Lie Is Dead! WDR! JFT!
I have 34 days clean, and I am so much relating to you guys. Thank you for speaking out and showing me a better way to live.
Grateful to have found your channel. So relatable!!
Wow. Didn’t know what to call this mindset I have staying stuck and not waking up and going out and getting it. This cracked my ignorance and opened my eyes. Appreciate y’all.
First time listening. Good to keep connected when unable to hit a meeting! #GoSox
So relatable to so much of this . Peace out to CH . Good dude right
Here . Always wore his heart on his sleeve.
Thank you I'm at work listening to y'all and relating to a lot of this the mental imprisonment is real
Mad love boys. Jay Mac for prez!! 💪🏻 I'm uniquely fucked up!
I love what your doing man. I got 6 years clean and started my own channel about addiction a month ago. Carry that message homie!❤
Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Loving it
You guys really have deep analysis!
bless this mess
This guy just said what think on the day to day 35:00 to 39:00. Amen sensei
CH is real as it gets 💥💯
Dope show
big doe much appreciated!
Great podcast thank you for all the positivity I really needed that
MnEr0nE mmn thank you for watching! We appreciate everyone that tunes in weekly!
Timely recovery is only solution
Great convo !
Awesome episode related so much to Ch, thanks for putting this out there.
Hope is well my man 👊🏼🙏🏼
@@somebuddiespodcast537 very good just celebrated 6 months sobriety
Lovely Chris : )
Medicaid is really like this. Also, rehabs are either like a Resort or the PJ's
This hit hard
Very Good Guys
Yeah man too much shit going on, you guys are gold
Nice talk
WAS WONDERING IF YOU GUYS WELCOME GUESTS TO TELL THERE STORY OR KNOW ANYONE THAT DOES?
Loooove graffiti love recovery homies
CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT HAPPENED TO THESE GUYS I DONT SEE ANY NEW PODCASTS..
They’re too busy ripping off people’s insurance in the name of recovery
Grown man jazz
Destone mpk
Now that was nasty../
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They talk too much i wanna hear charlie
They had a lot to share I liked all of them sharing contributing their stories to their recoveries
Yeah man too much shit going on, you guys are gold
Nice talk
Yeah man too much shit going on, you guys are gold
Yeah man too much shit going on, you guys are gold