Physical Health
This type of exercise boosts mood by releasing endorphins.
What is aerobic exercise (e.g., walking, jogging, cycling)?
Drinking this amount of water daily supports detoxification.
What is 8 cups (about 2 liters) of water daily?
This practice involves focusing on the present moment without judgment.
What is mindfulness?
Attending this type of meeting can provide peer support.
What are 12-step or peer support meetings (e.g., AA, NA)?
Taking time for this daily can reduce stress and improve mood.
What is meditation or quiet reflection?
This vital sign measures how many times your heart beats per minute.
What is heart rate?
Eating more of these colorful foods can improve brain function.
What are fruits and vegetables?
This mental health condition often co-occurs with SUD and needs attention.
What is depression or anxiety?
Creating this helps track progress and setbacks in recovery.
What is keeping a recovery journal or plan?
This type of activity is a regular and enjoyable, pursued during leisure time for relaxation, pleasure, and personal fulfillment
What is engaging in hobbies or creative activities?
Getting 7-9 hours of this each night aids physical and mental healing.
What is sleep?
This nutrient is essential for muscle repair and immune function.
What is protein?
This technique uses breathing to reduce anxiety and cravings.
What is deep breathing or controlled breathing exercises?
This habit involves avoiding triggers and risky situations.
What is avoiding triggers?
Setting rules to protect your emotional, physical, or social well-being.
What are healthy personal boundaries?
This type of physical activity can improve flexibility and reduce tension.
What is stretching or yoga?
Limiting this substance helps liver health and supports recovery.
What is alcohol?
This type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns.
What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy
This daily practice involves gratitude and positive affirmations.
What is gratitude journaling or positive affirmations?
Regularly connecting with this supports emotional health and reduces isolation.
What is social connection or supportive relationships? (ex, friends)
This body system is strengthened by exercise and helps regulate mood.
What is the nervous system (especially the brain)?
This eating pattern emphasizes whole foods and reduces processed sugars.
What is a whole foods diet (low in processed sugars)?
This skill helps manage cravings by recognizing and shifting thoughts.
What is cognitive restructuring or thought reframing?
This long-term strategy involves building a social support network with sober people.
What is building a sober social network?
This restorative practice combines movement, breath, and mindfulness.
What is yoga or mindful movement practices?