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Tips for recovering alcoholics during the holidays
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The holidays always present a special challenge to many
recovering alcoholics. Whether it is family functions, office parties, or special dinners,
alcohol is usually not far away. For recovering alcoholics there lies many temptations and it takes a great deal of strength to overcome them. Here are a few tips to help a recovering alcoholic get through the tempting holidays. If you live in
South Carolina and would like to attend
AA meetings, see the link at the bottom of this article for more information.
Avoid parties and social functions where alcohol is served. It seems like a no brainer but the simplest solution to avoiding a relapse is to not place yourself where the danger is.
If you have to attend a function where alcohol is being served, bring
bottled water,
cranberry juice or some other drink from home and nurse it throughout the evening. Most people will see you holding a drink and never pester you about drinking more.
Keep in close contact with your sponsor if you currently have one. If you don't this may be the ideal time to get one. Why go it alone?
Attend fashionably late, and leave early. The less time you spend around the environment, the better.
Travel in pairs. Believe it or not it is a lot easier to stay sober if you attend functions with people who know about your
sobriety and will keep you from slipping.
Be honest. If you are in a situation that is pressuring you to drink, explain you are a recovering alcoholic and never get into a debate or discussion with someone that is already “three sheets to the wind.” Many times other drinkers will go out of their way to try to get you to fall off the wagon. If this happens, be prepared to leave.
Make sober friends and plan holiday activities with them. This is a great way to help you in the process of overcoming alcoholism. Sober, non drinking friends make it easier for you to enjoy your holiday.
Keep your cell phone handy and make sure to call for support if you have to.
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