Category: Relapse Prevention

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Craving Management Tips in Recovery

Learn what cravings are, why they happen in recovery, and how Waypoint Recovery helps you manage them for lasting sobriety.

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How to Overcome a Fear of Failure and Set Realistic Recovery Goals

Winston Churchill once said, “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” If you’re in recovery from a substance use disorder, it’s natural to encounter obstacles and uncertainties along the way. However, you can’t let your fear of failure keep you from continuing to work towards your recovery goals.  No matter what’s happened in the past, recovery is always within reach—as long as you’re willing to put

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Relapse Warning Signs to Watch Out For

A relapse rarely occurs on a whim. There are signs or symptoms that present days, weeks or even months before falling back into substances.

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The Best Coping Mechanisms For Cravings

If you’re in recovery, you know exactly what cravings can feel like—intense waves of desire that can come out of nowhere, especially when you’re dealing with difficult emotions.  You’re not alone in this experience. Research shows that cravings are one of the biggest challenges in recovery, and they’re a natural part of the healing process. But here’s the good news: how we respond to these cravings can make all the difference. Think of cravings like