Hey all - As you all know, aftercare is so important to recovery. Having a plan to follow has helped many of us stay focused on what we are trying to achieve...sobriety. Over the course of treatment and recovery we have been consistently changing the old behaviors and ways of thinking that got us to the point where we were no longer able to manage our own lives. The addictive voice is something that we diligently have worked towards quieting, although it may come out loud and clear when we are least expecting it. How prepared are you to quiet the voice? I am curious as to how everyone is doing with the aftercare that you created for yourself prior to leaving treatment. What is working for you and what isn't? Are you going to meetings and working with a sponsor? Do you have any suggestions for others. I hope to get some great dialogue going on this blog so feel free to respond to my posts or any others that you wish to! I hope all is well. Take care and God bless, Jackie
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I have been in recovery now for a few months. I feel as though I am still learning how to live sober. One of the biggest things I am working on is finding things to replace my old activities where I often wound up drunk or high with new ones that are fun. I suck at bowling but lately disco bowling with sober friends has replaced friday night clubbing. Anyway, I am open to any suggestions from anyone out there for fun activities to do sober.
Larry J.
P.S. - Thanks for starting up a blog so I can write questions like this!
Hi Larry - Thanks for posting! Congratulations on putting together a few months of sobriety. For many, the early months of recvoery are the most difficult; good for you!! It sounds like you have begun implementing changes in your life that will support you recovery which is essential. I am not sure what part of the country that you are in but most areas have fellowships where meetings are held that will host events such as dances and other activities. THis is also a great place where you can find others in recovery who are having fun and enjoying their lives clean and sober. Take care and God bless, Jackie
I sure wish I found this sooner! I also wish others would write more blogs! What a great idea!
All is well in Alaska, Jackie I look forward to meeting you. I do still keep in touch with a couple of the people I was at Sundance with.
I am so looking forward to the BBQ, in October I hope! I will have one year of sobriety!! It will also be my belly button birthday...the big 40! The sunshine would be great as well.
Thank you to everyone, for my toolbox that has helped me along the way and for filling my life with some wonderful friends around the states. The memories I have of my time at Sundance help me through my journey everyday.
Much love, prayers and gratitude, Tonia aka Shania
Jacque Andrews;
I was at the Sundance Center March of 2005 through April 2005. What I learned there has helped through so many more things than just staying clean. I am almost done getting my psych degree and can't wait to start working with other addicts/alcoholics. I love the idea of giving back what The Sundace gave to me
Take Care
Jacque Andrews
JacqueAndrews73@gmail.com
I am the only sibling of a resident that will be entering recovery at Willowcreek tomorrow. Though we reside in different geographically locations it my greatest intention to locate the tools our family will need to assist in his aftercare. My hope is to gather suggestions from those of you who have been through this program or family members of those who have.
Many thanks,
Elise
my girlfriend just entered the the program a couple of days ago for alcohol her detox was 1 day only the doctor said her problem was in her head mostly she left today for the facility. what my concern is what can i do or read now so that i can help her when she gets out and support her. anything would be greatly helpful
Joseph E.
All I can say is; JUST BE THERE. I had people heck everybody I knew telling me they would BE THERE and when I got out NOBODY was there. I now have over four years CLEAN WOOO HOO thanks to the Sundance Center and my own willingness to stay that way. I know it would have been easier if I would have had one person just "BE THERE" and Listen..... I wish your loved ones ALL THE BEST in their journey and what an amazing one it is :) I LOVE IT
Jacque A 4/27/2005-present Happy Independance DAY and let me tell you it has had an all new meaning to me CLEAN
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