1(800) 615-1067Helping yourself to stop drinking can be challenging, but here are some steps you can take to support yourself:
Acknowledge your problem: The first step in overcoming alcoholism is acknowledging that you have a problem with drinking. Accepting the reality of your situation can help you move forward and make positive changes in your life.
Educate yourself: Educate yourself on alcoholism, including the signs and symptoms, risks, and available resources for recovery.
Seek professional help: Seek professional help for your alcohol use. This may involve contacting a healthcare provider, addiction specialist, or treatment program.
Create a support system: Create a support system of family, friends, or a support group to help you through the recovery process. Surrounding yourself with supportive people who understand what you’re going through can help you stay motivated and positive.
Identify triggers: Identify the triggers that lead you to drink, such as certain people, places, or situations. Once you have identified your triggers, you can work on avoiding them or finding healthy ways to cope with them.
Develop healthy habits: Develop healthy habits that can help you stay sober, such as regular exercise, meditation, or healthy hobbies.
Set goals: Set goals for yourself, such as going a certain number of days without drinking or attending a support group meeting. Celebrate your successes and use them as motivation to keep going.
Remember, overcoming alcoholism is a challenging journey, but it is possible with the right mindset, support, and resources. By acknowledging your problem, educating yourself, seeking professional help, creating a support system, identifying triggers, developing healthy habits, and setting goals, you can take steps towards a healthier, sober life.