What can you do to stay away from drugs?
Tips for Staying Drug-Free
- Learn to Set SMART Goals.
- Build Habits to Stay Busy.
- Sweat it out.
- Cut out toxic relationships.
- Utilize support systems.
- Practice positive self talk.
- Adopt a pet.
- Walk away from stress.
What are 4 ways to say no to drugs?
Topic Overview
- Look the person in the eye.
- In a firm voice, tell the person you don’t want to drink or use drugs. Say something like:
- Give a reason why you don’t want to drink or use drugs.
- Ask the person not to ask you to drink or use drugs again.
- If you notice that someone does have drugs, leave the area.
What are 8 ways to say no?
Speak Out: 8 Ways to Say NO!
- Saying “No Thanks” Q: “Would you like a drink?”
- Giving a reason or excuse. Q: “Would you like a beer?”
- Repeat refusal, or keep saying no. ( Broken Record)
- Walking away. Q: “I have some cigarettes.
- Changing the subject.
- Avoid the situation.
- Cold shoulder.
- Strength in numbers.
What do I do now that I am sober?
Fun Sober Activities
- Exercise. One of the best ways to give yourself a natural, healthy dopamine kick is exercise.
- Join a sports league. Going into recovery can often mean severing ties with a lot of your friends from your former life.
- Create!
- See the world.
- Take a course.
- Volunteer.
- Become a tourist.
- Start a group.
What are 5 things you can do other than drugs?
Here’s a list of some ways to have fun with friends while avoiding alcohol and drugs:
- Live Theater:
- Bike riding:
- Wedding Receptions:
- Visit a Museum:
- Take a Class:
- Send Poems to Friends:
- Volunteer at a Shelter:
- Make a Photograph:
How do you say no for a session?
How to Say “No”
- “I’m sorry, I can’t make it for this appointment.”
- “I’ll pass this round, sorry about that.”
- “This doesn’t meet my needs at the moment. Thanks for having me in mind!”
- “I’m tied down with something and won’t be able to do this. Sorry!”