Some people experience them for a longer period of time, but much less severely than at the onset. The importance of nutrition and exercise cannot be underplayed. Exercise, especially walking will not only clear you mind, but tire you out so that you will sleep better at night. Getting on a regular schedule will also help. Most people go to bed at 10 or 11 p.m. and wake up at 6 or 7 am.
Laughter is, as always the best medicine.
Talk to others about the weather, your favorite sports team, music, your recovery, your fears, your kids, just keep socially connected to positive people. All who even think that they may have a problem with substances are welcome. This fellowship is a free and accessible tool to help you after detox every day of the week. Another tool to help you in your newfound recovery is a sense of spirituality. Spirituality can be defined as an energy, a drive, and a life force within an individual, the deepest relationship with self, others and the infinite.