Originally posted at: http://www.theresstillhope.org
A relapse can come at any time, usually because you don’t recognize the warning signs. Remember, a relapse is a process more than an event. It is imperative to recognize the signs, which include:
- Returning to addictive thinking patterns
- Engaging in compulsive, self-defeating behaviors
- Seeking out situations involving people who are addicts
- Thinking less rationally and behaving less responsibly
- Finding yourself in compromised situations
You need to recognize the warning signs of relapse. And when you see them, respond accordingly. And if you do have a slip, know how to respond to that.
Recovery Step: Make the words of the Old Testament prophet your words today. Micah said, “Rejoice not over me, O my enemy; when I fall, I shall rise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord will be a light to me” (Micah 7:8).