Brandi Gray: Stephouse Recovery Structured Newport Beach Sober Living

Dec. 15, 2011 - PRLog -- After successfully recovering from an addiction and beginning a new life, navigating the minefield of sobriety can prove to be a daunting task. Avenues to relapse can be hidden in regular activities such as family gatherings, parties, and social events which can trigger the spiral all former addicts are desperate to avoid. Each day, a myriad of events can pull one away from the commitment of sobriety. Every situation is an excuse to return to the path of addiction but staying on the path of sobriety can be done soundly with basic, useful rules.

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   One rule to maintain sobriety is not to return to the vice of addiction even once. In respect to alcohol, taking one single drink will destroy all the work put into gaining sobriety in the first place. Most think that, during sobriety, since their lives taking an upturn, the best way to celebrate is to “toast” the accomplishment. This is more a mental lapse that must become an afterthought. A way to consistently steer clear of these obstacles is to structure other activities around success. For instance, to mark a full year of sobriety, instead of immediately veer toward drinking, mark the occasion with a spa pampering and find a strengthened resolve to remain sober for another year. Looking to the future with a clear vision is always a solid plan.

   Another rule is to avoid becoming lonely, but avoid the wrong people. Not everyone has your best interest at heart when it comes to your addiction. Some former associates and friends may still wish to partake in activities not fitting your new, rich life. The first thing, although painfully in some cases, is to remove those who choose to entice the addiction. After the cycle of removing them is complete, find social groups that are drug and alcohol free. These groups can include church functions, Newport Beach sober living at http://www.stephouserecovery.com retreats done by Stephouse Recovery, and social clubs that are geared toward sobriety. Avoiding those with bad habits does not mean being alone and one should not be.

   Lastly, keep a close-eye on the mental triggers that can cause relapse. Achieving a balance, mentally and physically, has been known to help recovering addicts stay sober by building confidence. Exercise and fitness lifts the spirit and raises the body to new heights. Mentally, knowing triggers such as anger and hunger can often lead to relapse, try to quell those desires by using healthy methods. For hunger, be sure to have a balanced, healthy diet. For anger, there is no perfect method but, try to calm down by taking a walk or venting to a friend. These tactics must be employed to keep sober and become an overall better person.

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For more addiction recovery tips or if you want to find sobriety, please contact Brandi Gray at Newport Beach sober living center, Stephouse Recovery, brandig@stephouserecovery.com or for immediate assistance, please call 888-923-7632 and get help today. http://www.stephouserecovery.com