Family members need a place to start, they need to know the issues when on a journey with substance use disorders. By learning what is coming next, developing strong coping skills, getting educated about the issues and what is likely to come next, they will be empowered. They need to become a "Shooting S.T.A.R. Family.
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We might thing that relationships just happen. They don't and it is very likely you will need to create new relations because the past people you knew are not healthy for you to be around going forward. Manage who you have relationships with and how you contribute to the relationship. Also, support is something that no one has a responsibility to give you. You will need to go out and find it, and ask for support. Then you will need to maintain their supporting you.
Your health is important. From this all thing become possible which is why health and strong habits in managing your health have a high priority in every day you wake up. Manage what you are doing that maximizes your health. Hold yourself accountable for doing some that is good for your health, everyday.
