Are you looking for a way to spend some time with your loved ones that does not include the use of drugs or alcohol? When you’re in recovery, that’s critical, but it can seem challenging. If all of your previous activities focused on these activities or with people you used with, it can seem impossible to know what to do that’s still enjoyable while sober. Take a look at some sober activities that could be just what you are looking for as a component of your rehab aftercare. Serenity Light Recovery can help you.
Simple and Fun Sober Activities You Can Do Together
A component of rehab aftercare is building your relationships while still working to maintain your sobriety. Finding sober activities you can do with someone close to you may be easier than you think. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Start a New Hobby Together
Look for something that is interesting but that you have not done before. This could be things like geocaching or stargazing. Try a new hobby, like painting or crafting. The goal is to find something new for you both so you can learn together.
Go Hiking
Nature provides some of the best experiences for you. Vitamin D from the sun is good for you (with proper protection), and the air is a good way to keep your spirits high. You will also find that a good hike can be challenging and beneficial for building a healthy body. When you do this together, you are working to accomplish obstacle after obstacle with a person you care about – that’s going to build your relationship, too.
Plan Dinner Parties for Your Friends
When you do the planning of dinner parties in your home, you can easily skip the alcohol and drugs. Instead of gossiping over wine, encourage your friends with a few adult board games or virtual reality. Change up what you do and include lots of good food. That will keep people interested, and you will be socially engaged without alcohol or drugs.
Go to a Spa Together
You and your loved one can spend some time exploring a new spa. This is another fantastic way to add healthy habits to your lifestyle while bonding with those you love. You could host a day spa right in your home if you do not want to go out. Just keep it small with a group of people you know understand your goal to remain sober.
Relearn to Do Things You Love Without Substances
Sober activities do not have to be new to you. No matter what you did before, you can change things up so you can enjoy those activities with friends in new ways. You just need to find a new way to do them. If you hung out at bars with your friends, find a new location where you can still spend time – like a gym, art museum, or theater.
Keep Your Focus on Your Health
When you start to re-engage with life like this, you may come across times when you feel increased stress. You may even wish it was easier if you could just have a drink like everyone else. Don’t make that mistake. That’s a clear indication that you may need help. Reach out to Serenity Light Recovery for additional support, including:
- Discharge planning support
- Aftercare treatment programs
- Relapse prevention planning
- Holistic recovery services
- Family therapy programs
Learn More About Sober Activities at Serenity Light Recovery
As you think about these sober activities, you may realize that now is the best time for you to get help for your addiction. When it comes to comprehensive care and rehab aftercare, our team at Serenity Light Recovery is available to help you. You just need to reach out to our team for guidance. Call (281) 431-6700 to get the help you need.
As our CEO, Heather’s main calling is to stay true to the vision of the organization, which is saving lives and striving to redefine statistics by raising the standard of care with evolving treatment methods. Heather studied psychology at LSU and both the main and Clear Lake campuses of the University of Houston, and she is a certified IASIS provider and CPI instructor. She’s been helping people in recovery since 2011. Heather’s motto to live by is “I am not what I’ve done; I am what I’ve overcome.”
