Halloween can be a risky holiday for many people. If you are using to spending time with your friends drinking or using your favorite drug, but now you’re in recovery, you may feel vulnerable. The key to a sober Halloween is to make it different, unique, and a lot of fun so that you do not feel as though you have missed out on anything. When you come to Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge, we will offer a few strategies to help you do that. Contact our team today at 844.442.8673 for more information.
How to Keep Halloween a Good Experience for You
Preparing for a sober Halloween starts with some strategies and tools to help you stay on track. Take the time to plan a way to stay sober. Here are a few simple recommendations that can change your outlook if you are in recovery.
1. Focus on a Kid-Friendly Halloween
One of the easiest ways to avoid using drugs and alcohol on this day is to make it about the kids. Don’t sit at home with friends. Instead, get dressed up with the kids and go trick or treating. Alternatively, you can spend some time creating an outdoor attraction that neighborhoods can go through. Your goal here is to make Halloween more enjoyable for others and embrace the kid-friendly atmosphere.
2. Seek Out a New Group of Friends
Maybe you want to watch some movies and have a great dinner. Instead of choosing people who may use drugs or alcohol, find a different group to spend some time with on Halloween. Let them know that you are hosting a sober Halloween, and you want them to be a part of it. You can also share someone else’s events. Keep in mind that you should never feel like you have to engage in activities that put you at risk. Anyone that wants you to do that may not be the right person to help you.
3. Try Something Different Through Outreach
Just as you may feel a bit at risk this Halloween, so do others who are looking to just start on the path towards recovery. You can be a part of their support group. Head to a local recovery meeting to talk about your experiences. Be there for them. You can also plan to visit your local treatment program to discuss what you plan to do to host a sober Halloween. The goal here is to help others who may be experiencing a rough time. Bring some candy along to share with your friends. They will appreciate it.
4. Know When You Have Hit Your Limits
There are some situations, including holidays like Halloween, where you may find yourself simply at risk. You do not feel comfortable being alone. You may be thinking about using drugs and alcohol again. When you notice these risks for relapse, it is critical for you to take some action to get help. That may mean reaching out to our team at Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge. We can help you stay on the course of sobriety, especially in high-risk situations like this.
Reach out to us about any of our treatment programs to get help, including:
- Residential treatment programs
- Outpatient treatment programs
- Short-term treatment programs
- Faith-based treatment programs
- Custom addiction treatment programs
Get the Support You Need by Calling Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge
Halloween is a time for fun, but if you feel at risk of using drugs or alcohol, it is time to get help. Our team can help you to maintain a sober Halloween with some tips and resources. Yet, when you need more comprehensive care, we encourage you to call our compassionate counselors at Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge. Let us keep you on the path towards healing and recovery. Contact us at 844.442.8673 if you are at risk of relapsing.
