POP Buchanan
POP Buchanan
Surviving Relapse: Navigating Early Addiction Recovery and How to Deal with Shame and Guilt
Surviving Relapse: Navigating Early Addiction Recovery and How to Deal with Shame and Guilt
Surviving Relapse: Navigating Early Addiction Recovery and How to Deal with Shame and Guilt
Wednesday 26th April 2023
Join POP Buchanan in 'Sober is Dope' for heartfelt advice on overcoming relapse and staying resilient in early recovery.
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57 minutes
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Author:
POP Buchanan
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Acknowledge the relapse and forgive yourself
- Seek support from therapists, support groups, or trusted loved ones
- Avoid triggers that may lead to relapse
- Refocus on recovery goals and reasons for choosing sobriety
- Make a plan for moving forward and preventing future relapse
You're going to want to rest or sometimes you're going to want to go continue to drink because you feel so lousy. You have to be courageous enough and you have to be trained enough through understanding to get up and say, I have to go back to the hospital, have to go to the emergency room. Hi, I relapsed last night. - POP Buchanan
Ever found yourself back at square one after a relapse? You're not alone, and POP Buchanan is here to guide you through it. In this episode of 'Sober is Dope', POP dives into the emotional rollercoaster of relapse, offering heartfelt advice and practical tips to help you get back on track. He shares his own experiences and emphasizes that setbacks are part of the journey, not the end of it.
You'll learn how to acknowledge your relapse without self-judgment, seek support from trusted friends and therapists, and avoid the triggers that led you astray. POP also talks about the importance of refocusing on your recovery goals and making a solid plan to prevent future relapses. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with shame and guilt after a relapse. It's filled with empathy, real-life strategies, and a reminder that resilience and self-care can pave the way to lasting sobriety.