The reactions you are having are common, and in fact quite normal. With
understanding and support they will pass. Activities that will help with your
recovery include:
— Talking with people who are good listeners
— Expressing feelings as they arise
— Eating well balanced, nutritious, regular meals - even if you don’t feel like
eating.
— Getting plenty of rest
— Connecting with people who care about you
— Having someone stay with you if you are feeling scared
— Maintaining as normal a schedule as possible, without overdoing it
— Having a reasonable level of physical activity, without overdoing it
— Giving yourself permission to feel rotten
— Not thinking you are going crazy
— Keeping a journal to express feelings as they arise
— Not making big life changes
— Being aware that alcohol and drugs can complicate and delay your
recovery
— Talking with a professional if these feelings become too intense or too
prolonged