10 ways to prevent relapse

1. Pay attention to stress

Identify in early and practice slow, deep breathes to come down.

2. Take inventory

Assess your program for a week spots and assess them with your mentor.

3. Feel the feelings

When you have a feeling don't ignore it! If you feel it, you will heal it.

4. Stay close to the program

Missing meetings leads to relapse. Staying close to a program is your best insurance.

5. Don't ignore problems

Identify problems as they come up. Ignoring them creates anxiety which can trigger relapse.

6. Stick with your peeps

Be mindful of missing old friends that tempt you to use again.

7. Share at meetings

Keeping quiet is how relapse starts. Even if you think it's silly, share anyways.

8. Don't isolate

Wanting to be alone can be a sign of depression. Admit when you are struggling.

9. Get professional help

If you are struggling despite using the program, seek counseling.

10. Work the steps

Working the steps heals the past and encourages surrender.