The holiday season is a time of celebration, family, giving
and indulgence. From office parties and family gatherings to holiday stresses,
it can be difficult for recovering addicts to maintain a positive and sober
mindset. If you are struggling with the idea of sobriety during winter
festivities, the entry below will provide you with a few tips and tricks to
help you through.
1 – Place your attention towards the people surrounding you
rather than the bar. Mingle, walk around, and enjoy the atmosphere. The more
involved you make yourself in the surrounding celebration, the less inclined
you will be to reach for the bottle. If you happen know in advance that you
will not know many people at the function, inquire as to whether you can bring
a friend to help you cope.
2 – Grab yourself a non-alcoholic beverage as soon as you
enter the party. Opt for a cola, cocoa, or a warm cider to keep that holiday
spirit intact. Keep your drink on you at all times to avoid being tempted into
a drink by other party-goers.
3 – Arrive to the party on a full stomach. Most people tend
to feel less inclined to consume alcohol when their bellies are packed.
4 – Offer to be the designated driver for your friends! Not
only will this keep you responsible throughout the evening, but will provide
your comrades with a safe ride home.
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with maintaining
their holiday sobriety, out Above
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and let us help you back on track towards the healthy, happy, and festive
holiday season you deserve.
Absolutely love that you all put together a guide! These are not only fun but very helpful! Very Easy read!
ReplyDeleteReally great post- regardless of the occasion or holiday this could be a great rule of thumb for any event
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