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  • From the research

    Line up a friend on standby before a tempting event

    Arrange for a trusted friend to be available by phone during a risky event, or bring them along. Talking it through with someone is one way to handle an urge you can't avoid.

    Source: NIAAA Rethinking Drinking (NIH)

    Addiction & recoveryTriggers & lifestyleCravingsSocial situations

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

    Struggling right now? Call or text 988 (Canada/US). More support options

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  • From the research

    Get an alcohol-free drink in hand early, and plan an exit

    At parties, keep an alcohol-free drink in your hand, which also cuts down on offers. Decide in advance how you'll leave quickly and gracefully if temptation gets too strong.

    Source: NIAAA Rethinking Drinking (NIH)

    Addiction & recoveryTriggers & lifestyleCravingsSocial situations

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

    Struggling right now? Call or text 988 (Canada/US). More support options

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  • From the research

    Carry your top reasons for change on a wallet card or phone note

    Write down your most important personal reasons for not drinking and keep them somewhere you can reach instantly, like a wallet card, a phone note or a saved email. Reread them …

    Source: NIAAA Rethinking Drinking (NIH)

    Addiction & recoveryHabits & routinesCravings

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

    Struggling right now? Call or text 988 (Canada/US). More support options

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  • From the research

    Ride out an urge like a wave instead of fighting it

    Urges are usually short-lived. Treat one as normal and temporary: let it build, crest like an ocean wave and pass. Have a few distractions ready for different lengths of time, s…

    Source: NIAAA Rethinking Drinking (NIH)

    Addiction & recoveryMind & moodCravings

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

    Struggling right now? Call or text 988 (Canada/US). More support options

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