When you first start your sober living journey, you feel energized and strong. You’ve made a decision to change and you’re thriving on those endorphins. With this mindset, it’s easy to say you’ll never relapse and to be 100% confident in that.

The reality is that real life catches up to you and willpower to stay sober can fade. You’d be hard-pressed to find a recovered addict who hasn’t experienced these times of temptation.

That’s why you need to prepare for tough times with a relapse prevention plan. Setting yourself up for success while you feel strong can make all the difference when times get tough. Here’s what you need to include:

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