Change in Recovery Takes Work!

by Julie Myers, PsyD, MSCP

Licensed Clinical Psychologist in San Diego, California

 

Change in recovery takes work, just like learning any other new skill. It rarely happens without effort. Try these simple tips to make faster progress in your recovery:

• Write down a list of tools you can use and keep it handy, such as in your wallet, purse, or phone.
• Complete a Cost/Benefit Analysis and keep it close for quick review.
• Post motivating coping statements where you can see them often, such a mirror, refrigerator, or car.
• Use a planner or calendar to plan your day out to include non-using, fulfilling activities.
• Work through exercises, with pen and paper. You will be surprised the difference actually doing the exercises will have.
• Participate fully in Recovery meetings. Volunteer to have your problem as the focus of the meeting.

– Julie Myers, PsyD, MSCP

Licensed Psychologist, MS Clinical Psychopharmacology, Master Addiction Counselor, Board Certified Biofeedback  http://www.DrJulieMyers.com.