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Let’s Talk About the “R” Word
Relapse… in order to succeed, you must plan for the worst-case scenario. In recovery, the worst-case scenario is relapse.
What are Triggers?
Triggers are situations, emotions, or periods of time during which we become more vulnerable to relapsing.
Who Experiences Triggers
Relapse triggers can be highly specific to:• One person • Common among a large group • Or universal for all people in recovery
Common triggers are particularly negative emotions.
Not All Triggers are Negative
Positive emotions can also be triggers.
For example, confidence in recovery is often a slippery slope that can quickly lead to overconfidence.
Trigger Fallacy
Thinking “one drink won’t hurt” is a very quick way to relapse. Be confident, but have realistic expectations of yourself.
Trigger Fact
Putting yourself in potentially harmful social situations is another way to feel triggered to drink.
Identify Your Triggers
Triggers will vary from person to person, the key is to figure out which ones are most threatening to you.
How to Identify Your Triggers
Step 1Take stock of your recovery progression and the strength of your willpower (be honest, don’t overestimate).
How to Identify Your Triggers
Step 2
Develop a relapse prevention plan with a close friend or loved one.
How to Identify Your Triggers
Step 3
Steer clear of places and people that remind you of drinking.
How to Identify Your Triggers
Step 4
Avoid situations where you will be unnecessarily exposed to alcohol and work to develop coping mechanisms to help you deal with internal and external pressure to drink.
Most importantly, don’t hang around people from your former life who don’t fully support your sobriety.
Read more about the vibrant recovery community at
www.soberlink.com