A support network of positive relationships, not only reduces relapse but is necessary to live a quality life and to meet your life goals.

Planning for and taking action on outstanding legal and debt issues can reduce stress and improve your relationships.

Returning to work or school requires thought about how addiction has impacted your work and school life.

Completing a resume is a a useful way to reflect on past history and get ready for future opportunities.

Relationships cause and reduce stress. Starting, improving or ending relationships requires basic communication skills, planning and action.

Making Success Happen

What are the key activities that predict success in life and success in growing beyond the addiction experience?

Developing and maintaining a positive network of relationships (support network)
Regular exercise and relaxation activities
Healthful diet and sleep patterns
Meaningful work, school and spiritual life
Clear life goals

How does where you live support these activities?

It is essential that the life style habits that you develop at drug rehab treatment are transferable to your home life or you will relapse.
This is going to require research, planning and action on your part.
As the following slides come up, take a moment to reflect and answer the questions.
You are actually doing an initial assessment of your community and where you live.

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