The first weeks after leaving a drug and alcohol rehab center are the some of the most critical in the prevention of relapse.  One of the essential things to insure a transition back into normal life is to have a full and busy schedule.  It provides the safe structure to avoid unplanned and open time which might lead to poor choices.  In the first few weeks after rehab you want a lot of activities booked that you will be missed if you don't show up. 

One of the easiest to arrange, cheapest and most effective at keeping your mood positive is exercise.  There are in reality hundreds of variations to choose from.  Running clubs, yoga classes, and weight lifting exist in many towns and cities.  Choose from a groups of team sports, even if you can't play.  They always need help to organize, referee and cheer.  Lots of forms of martial arts have classes, as well as tai chi and pilates. While you are still in a drug and alcohol rehab program line up two or three a week to build your spare time around.  Throw in a course or two on some skill you need for your future.  Structure and exercise will move you to your new dreams. 

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