Identify triggers.
"What you react to in others, you strengthen in yourself." - Eckhart Tolle
At this point you are well on our way and have a detailed written plan for dealing with triggers.
Triggers are stimuli - such as people, places, emotions or situations—that can prompt cravings or urges to use substances or engage in addictive behaviors. Triggers can be internal or external and often stem from experiences or environments associated with past substance use. They can lead to strong urges that, if not managed, may result in relapse.
By identifying your triggers and having a plan in place with healthy alternatives, you can better manage your cravings and maintain your sobriety.
Rate your current risk of relapse or anxiety levels if faced with these common triggers.
Visiting places where I used to use drugs.
Seeing drug paraphernalia.
Being in environments where others are using drugs.
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Stress or anxiety.
Depression or sadness.
Guilt
Loneliness or isolation.
Boredom.
Anger or frustration.
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Hearing music or sounds associated with past drug use.
Smelling certain scents that remind me of using.
Seeing visual cues associated with drug use.
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Being around friends or acquaintances who use drugs.
Social gatherings where drugs are present.
Parties or clubs.
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Fatigue or lack of sleep.
Hunger.
Experiencing physical pain or discomfort.
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Thinking about past drug use.
Romanticizing or glorifying drug use.
Feeling overwhelmed by cravings.
Dwelling on memories of past drug use.
Feeling mentally drained or overpowered by cravings.
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Major life changes (e.g., job loss, divorce).
Celebrations or holidays.
Anniversaries of significant events related to drug use or recovery.
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