Addiction

Tayyab explains how to quit substances such as addictive drugs and alcohol.

For years, man has continued to invent and discover ways to satisfy his desires. Often, these worldly pleasures end up becoming a great peril. One of the best examples of this is substances such as addictive drugs and alcohol. While medications are mostly illegal, alcohol is available quickly and readily. Not only available, but alcoholic breweries are also considered essential in most societies and are often looked up to as a symbol of status and class. Regardless of the quality of wines and whiskeys you consume, they will affect your mind and body sooner or later.

People may start drinking at an age as young as adolescence and may even begin post-middle age or at an ancient age. Regardless of when one starts to drink, once it turns into addiction, the effects will be there on your mind and body sooner or later. There are various reasons why people might get into alcohol. Most people start with social drinking at parties and gatherings, and eventually, too much and regular alcohol consumption leads to addiction. Peer pressure and impulsive drinking are other common reasons, especially among young adults.

Besides social reasons, many people also resort to alcohol as a coping strategy to deal with stress, pain, or sorrow. Depression and other mental illnesses also trigger some people to opt for alcohol consumption since it makes one high. Whatever the reasons might be, alcohol addiction is perilous to both physical and mental health. It does not only affect your life as an alcoholic but also the life of your family and other people who care for you. There are numerous examples of couples separating and homes falling apart because one of the partners became alcoholic and too challenging to live with.

Unfortunately, many people accept defeat easily and accept isolation and disowning an alcoholic. A bit of effort and the right support system can help an alcohol addict quit drinking and come back to everyday life. Here are some key tips to help you stop drinking and return to a healthy and happy life.

Be Determined

The first step to a successful rehabilitation journey is to believe in yourself and be determined that you will come out of it no matter what. Know that your body is designed to function best without alcohol. Therefore, any withdrawal symptoms will be temporary, and you will eventually be able to reap the fruit. You are going on a journey that will take you back to a normal, healthy, and alcohol-free lifestyle, and you will have nothing to lose in that attempt. All you need to have is the right kind of mindset and willpower to achieve the target.

Surround Yourself with Positivity

Negative energies can come to you in various forms and can quickly get to your head and pull you down. It could be negative people around you, negative and mean comments, or negative situations. Negativity is one of the worst triggers that urge you to solace in your wine glass. It would be best if you avoided that urge by all means. Surround yourself with positivity as much as you can. Try to imagine happy things, surround yourself with positive and happy people, and watch a light movie or a show with a positive message, anything that makes you happy.

Identify Your Triggers

There will always be some triggering situations that will urge you to drink. You need to kill your urge and to do that; you need to kill your triggers. The first step is to identify what pushes you to drink. It could be a specific group of friends who go clubbing every weekend. It could be a negative comment coming your way. Avoid any such people or situations that could result in a meltdown or push you towards drinking. If you usually feel tempted to drink while alone, avoid being alone and try to be in company as much as possible.

Sleep Well

Adequate sleep is essential for a healthy mind and body. Try to go to bed as early as possible and get a night of good, uninterrupted sleep, preferably 8 to 10 hours at a stretch. A well-slept and well-rested body will feel relaxed and rejuvenated, and you will feel less stressed out.

Eat Well

Healthy eating habits are another vital requirement for keeping your organs functioning properly. Add lots of green veggies and fruits to your diet to feel energetic and active. Take supplements such as multivitamins to improve your energy levels and metabolism if needed.

Physical and Mental Fitness

Keep your physical and mental fitness in check and involve yourself in a good daily fitness routine. It could be a long morning run, circuit training, a Zumba class, or Yoga. Yoga and meditation are highly recommended for those who are struggling with stress or trauma..

Therapeutic Activities

Many activities make you feel good. They could be anything from playing a musical instrument to painting or sketching, spending time with a cute pet or baby, or writing down your thoughts and feelings. All these activities are not only extremely therapeutic but also help to bring down your stress levels. Pick an activity that you love and spend time doing it.

Seek Therapy

Counselling and therapy are excellent ways to deal with addiction, especially if the root cause of your addiction is stress and trauma. Therapists and counsellors are professionally certified individuals who will provide a comfortable setting so you can let out whatever you want to without being judged. Therapists will give you mental exercises that will help you take charge of your life and control your urges in a better way.

Detox

There are Alcohol Detox programs available that are designed to suit you are individual physical and mental requirements. These detox programs help you undergo an extensive rehabilitation program within the comfort of your home. The program aims to pull you out of any physical and mental stresses and provides you with a support system and an environment that helps you fight your addiction.

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About the Author

Mr Tayyab is a freelance journalist who writes about nutrition and minerals to help athletes.


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For years, man has continued to invent and discover ways to satisfy his desires. Often, these worldly pleasures end up becoming a great peril. One of the best examples of this is substances such as addictive drugs and alcohol. While medications are mostly illegal, alcohol is available quickly and readily. Not only available, but alcoholic breweries are also considered essential in most societies and are often looked up to as a symbol of status and class. Regardless of the quality of wines and whiskeys you consume, they will affect your mind and body sooner or later. People may start drinking at an age as young as adolescence and may even begin post-middle age or at an ancient age. Regardless of when one starts to drink, once it turns into addiction, the effects will be there on your mind and body sooner or later. There are various reasons why people might get into alcohol. Most people start with social drinking at parties and gatherings, and eventually, too much and regular alcohol consumption leads to addiction. Peer pressure and impulsive drinking are other common reasons, especially among young adults. Besides social reasons, many people also resort to alcohol as a coping strategy to deal with stress, pain, or sorrow. Depression and other mental illnesses also trigger some people to opt for alcohol consumption since it makes one high. Whatever the reasons might be, alcohol addiction is perilous to both physical and mental health. It does not only affect your life as an alcoholic but also the life of your family and other people who care for you. There are numerous examples of couples separating and homes falling apart because one of the partners became alcoholic and too challenging to live with. Unfortunately, many people accept defeat easily and accept isolation and disowning an alcoholic. A bit of effort and the right support system can help an alcohol addict quit drinking and come back to everyday life. Here are some key tips to help you stop drinking and return to a healthy and happy life. Be Determined The first step to a successful rehabilitation journey is to believe in yourself and be determined that you will come out of it no matter what. Know that your body is designed to function best without alcohol. Therefore, any withdrawal symptoms will be temporary, and you will eventually be able to reap the fruit. You are going on a journey that will take you back to a normal, healthy, and alcohol-free lifestyle, and you will have nothing to lose in that attempt. All you need to have is the right kind of mindset and willpower to achieve the target. Surround Yourself with Positivity Negative energies can come to you in various forms and can quickly get to your head and pull you down. It could be negative people around you, negative and mean comments, or negative situations. Negativity is one of the worst triggers that urge you to solace in your wine glass. It would be best if you avoided that urge by all means. Surround yourself with positivity as much as you can. Try to imagine happy things, surround yourself with positive and happy people, and watch a light movie or a show with a positive message, anything that makes you happy. Identify Your Triggers There will always be some triggering situations that will urge you to drink. You need to kill your urge and to do that; you need to kill your triggers. The first step is to identify what pushes you to drink. It could be a specific group of friends who go clubbing every weekend. It could be a negative comment coming your way. Avoid any such people or situations that could result in a meltdown or push you towards drinking. If you usually feel tempted to drink while alone, avoid being alone and try to be in company as much as possible. Sleep Well Adequate sleep is essential for a healthy mind and body. Try to go to bed as early as possible and get a night of good, uninterrupted sleep, preferably 8 to 10 hours at a stretch. A well-slept and well-rested body will feel relaxed and rejuvenated, and you will feel less stressed out. Eat Well Healthy eating habits are another vital requirement for keeping your organs functioning properly. Add lots of green veggies and fruits to your diet to feel energetic and active. Take supplements such as multivitamins to improve your energy levels and metabolism if needed. Physical and Mental Fitness Keep your physical and mental fitness in check and involve yourself in a good daily fitness routine. It could be a long morning run, circuit training, a Zumba class, or Yoga. Yoga and meditation are highly recommended for those who are struggling with stress or trauma.. Therapeutic Activities Many activities make you feel good. They could be anything from playing a musical instrument to painting or sketching, spending time with a cute pet or baby, or writing down your thoughts and feelings. All these activities are not only extremely therapeutic but also help to bring down your stress levels. Pick an activity that you love and spend time doing it. Seek Therapy Counselling and therapy are excellent ways to deal with addiction, especially if the root cause of your addiction is stress and trauma. Therapists and counsellors are professionally certified individuals who will provide a comfortable setting so you can let out whatever you want to without being judged. Therapists will give you mental exercises that will help you take charge of your life and control your urges in a better way. Detox There are Alcohol Detox programs available that are designed to suit you are individual physical and mental requirements. These detox programs help you undergo an extensive rehabilitation program within the comfort of your home. The program aims to pull you out of any physical and mental stresses and provides you with a support system and an environment that helps you fight your addiction. Page Reference If you quote information from this page in your work, then the reference for this page is: TAYYAB, M. (2019) Addiction [WWW] Available from: https://www.brianmac.co.uk/articles/article448.htm [Accessed About the Author Mr Tayyab is a freelance journalist who writes about nutrition and minerals to help athletes.