The onset of spring signals a new season of fresh starts and opportunities. A time when new beginnings abound and the promise of a brighter future beckons. While this is an ideal time to look to the future and plan for the future, the spring can be a difficult time for some to tackle their drinking habits. In fact, research has shown that the spring season is a common time for people to drink a little too much. With this in mind, here are some helpful tips to help you get sober in the spring.

1. Stay Hydrated

When it comes to drinking during the spring, water is your friend. Drinking water is important because it keeps you hydrated, keeps your body healthy, and helps your body to process alcohol better. If you’re going to binge drink at all, make sure you’re drinking water to stay hydrated.

2. Exercise

Exercising can help you keep your body healthy. A healthy body gives you the strength you need to stay sober. There are so many ways to stay healthy and exercise. You can do push-ups, burpees, jumping jacks, squats, skipping, running, hiking, or any other activity that gets your heart rate up.

3. Eat Healthily

This may sound obvious, but it’s worth mentioning. Eating healthy is important for staying sober. Make sure you’re eating healthy foods that won’t hurt your sobriety and there are many ways to do so. You can eat fruits, yogurt, or other healthy foods if you’re in the mood to eat a snack..

4. Find a Support Group

Find a support group and connect with other people in your situation. There are many support groups online and in your local community. Meeting with like-minded people that are also trying to get sober can be helpful. It can be comforting to meet other people who are also trying to change their lives. It can also be motivational to hear how people are overcoming their obstacles and staying sober.

5. Take a Trip

Now is a great time to start planning for your trip. Whether you have been considering a long-term vacation or just taking some time off, now is the right moment to take action and go on your next adventure! You might want the destination be meaningful in its own way, or perhaps you want it be silly enough that only friends and family would accompany you.

6. Find Help Online

Resources and help can be hard to find when you’re in a dark place. If you’re trying to get sober this spring, it’s important to find help online. There are many support groups and forums online that are perfect for getting sober. You can also find a huge amount of helpful information online. You can find sobriety resources online, find support groups online, and even find online self-help books that can be helpful in getting and staying sober.

7. Make a Plan

Having a plan can help you stay on track when it comes to getting sober. It can also be helpful for accountability. It’s one thing to tell people you’re going to be sober, and it’s another to tell them what you’re doing to stay sober. Making a plan can help you stay accountable to your plan.

8. Find a New Hobby

Spring is a great time to try something new! It’s the perfect opportunity for you to experiment with things you’ve never done before. Maybe it’s taking up gardening, trying out some new sports, or doing other fun and creative activities that are different from your routine. If you’re feeling stuck in a rut, this is an excellent time for change!

9. Celebrate Milestones

Celebrating milestones is another great way to get sober in the spring. There are so many things that you should be celebrating, whether it be the end of the school year or your birthday, having a plan can help you stay on track. Celebrating your sobriety milestones can help you stay sober and keep your plan in mind.

Knoxville Recovery Center is Here for You

The spring can be a difficult time to get sober, because it’s a season of change and excitement. Spring is when people often get excited about new goals, new opportunities, and new beginnings. Unfortunately, this excitement can be paired with a desire to neglect sobriety. 

If you or a loved one are currently struggling with substance abuse, help is available! We encourage you to reach out to the professionals at Knoxville Recovery Center to learn more about our personalized treatment programs and mental health services. 

Knoxville Recovery Center was founded from firsthand experience of addiction and recovery, with a mission of providing a space where people can heal from addiction and other disorders in a compassionate, creative, open-minded, and heart-centered environment. We believe recovery is always possible. Our experts work with you to design a treatment plan that fits your needs. Common treatment programs include:

• Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
• On-site Detox
• Full-time Addiction Treatment on campus
• Mental Health Treatment
• Aftercare Services

Contact us today for more information about how our programs and services can help you get your life back on track. You no longer have to struggle with addiction on your own. We are here to help.