The early days are rough as you are working on abstaining from the DOC and working on a new routine, lifestyle and rewiring your brain / habits.
I spent a lot of time sleeping and in my awake hours I stayed busy with work, puzzles, cooking/ baking, knitting, exercises… whatever that kept my mind and hands occupied.
I changed up my routes home when possible. Changed grocery stores so either I went to coops that didn’t sell alcohol or I went to places where I wasn’t known so I would need to be carded. I would leave my license in the car to not get tempted. Stayed away from events and gatherings where I would be triggered. When not possible (especially with the holidays here)…have a solid plan ahead to keep your recovery safe
I found this community two months in and it had been my saving grace! I spent all my time here reading all the threads … absorbing all the advice and what others do when they are faced with urges daily. I spend a lot of time on the just for fun threads to stay distracted. This has become a sober family for me and I am blessed to know that it’s always active so someone is always listening.
Come join us on the Checking in daily to maintain focus #72 thread. Here the members post about what they are going through daily (sometimes more and sometimes less)… whatever is needed to keep you connected.
Wishing you well and hope to see you around 