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Old 12-29-2011, 03:51 PM
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DisplacedGRITS
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Welcome Mammy! You're at the right place at the right time. My first suggestion is for you to write up a relapse prevention plan. Write down your triggers (ones you're aware of and ones you continue to come across as time passes) and write down coping skills you can use to deal with your triggers. Explore new hobbies and rediscover old ones. Plan your day so you have minimal boredom time. Take time for yourself to experience a few minutes of quiet and relaxing time. Breath. Seriously, remember to take a deep breath from time to time. I keep physical reminders (in the form of my rehab coin and my 24 hour coin) on me so when temptaion hits, I touch them, breath and remember the pain alcohol has caused in my life. Good luck and utilize this website to it's fullest extent. It's an amazing tool!
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