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Listen →When a craving hits, try one of these. They won't fix everything, but they can get you through the next 10 minutes.
When anxiety or cravings overwhelm you, ground yourself in the present:
Used by Navy SEALs to calm the nervous system. Repeat 4 times:
Physical movement breaks the cycle of craving. It doesn't have to be intense:
When you romanticize using, play the FULL tape. Don't stop at the first hit. Think about:
Isolation is addiction's best friend. Pick up the phone and call literally anyone. A friend, a family member, a sponsor, or one of the hotlines above. You don't have to explain yourself. Just connect.
Cravings peak and fade — usually within 15-30 minutes. Instead of fighting the craving, observe it like a wave: