3 Ways to Overcome Substance Abuse

Addicts have common reasons for why they became an addict in the first place. Many of them are victims of some form of trauma, sexual abuse, work stress etc. People succumb to addiction as a mechanism to escape from reality, to deal with the overwhelming pressure of success, fame, fortune as well as failures. Many people abuse substances as a form of self-medication. Despite whatever the background of the person is, it is possible to help every person who wants to recover from substance abuse.

The first step is to stop blaming others for your pain. Instead, take full responsibility for your own health. Another key thing is to be patient with oneself. Withdrawal symptoms of any substance abuse are very hard to cope with and so one must be persevering in towards healing themselves. Every effort you make is a step towards your goal, and it is an essential part of the journey. It will take more than one attempt, also some days may be harder than others during the recovery period. Always keep in mind that recovery is a process it is not a destination. During this time keep yourself busy and active, and take support from friends and family. So give yourself time and space, put yourself first and do whatever you need to do to feel better. Your number one priority should be to get better.

Secondly get support. Use the resources available to you to get the support you need such as counseling, treatment programs, community groups, and even online groups. There are many recovery programs but there is no one way to treat addiction. What works for some groups of people may not work for you. Women need a different approach than men, and teenagers need a different approach than adults. Additionally, different holistic approaches work for different people such as acupuncture, aromatherapy, herbs, journaling, being in nature and meditation. These are all designed to remove the stressors from your life and give you a heightened sense of well being,

Finally, the most important thing is to eat a balanced diet and to exercise. Exercise is an important part of any healthy lifestyle. Eating right is another key ingredient to a successful recovery. People generally feel better when they move their bodies and have a clean diet. Avoiding sugars, fat, and alcohol and running for at least 30 min every day can do wonders for your physical and emotional well being