If you are just beginning your recovery journey, you might be feeling like you are learning a lot of new information at once and this can be overwhelming. Recent research has found that learning about substance use (often referred to as psychoeducation) can help people reduce the desire to use substances, and promote recovery.
There are many helpful resources designed for people who want to promote their learning and take steps toward recovery. Different people learn in different ways – so consider checking out one of these resources.
Explore: Storytelling can be a powerful way for people to learn and share knowledge. The “Far from Finished” podcast podcast series features individuals sharing their personal experiences with addiction and recovery. Take some time to explore the content on this website, and see if any of their stories resonate with you!
Watch: In his TEDx presentation, Tony Hoffman talks about his personal experience with addiction, and how his recovery journey motivated him to help others navigating substance use disorders.
Practice: Want to learn even more? Check out this website for a comprehensive overview of addiction basics, and learn more about how addiction impacts your body and brain. Or, check out a journaling prompt!
- If I had to narrow my biggest trigger down to one word, what would it be and why?
- Where do I need to be emotionally for long-term recovery from substance use?
- What do I need to take personal responsibility for in my recovery that I haven’t before?
- Where do I feel most at peace, and what can I do to bring that sense of peace into my daily life?
- What is the most motivational thing I have heard or experienced that will help me in my recovery?
- Where do I see myself in 5 years?
- What would it take to be proud of myself?