#SoberUSA Transcript
Healthcare social media transcript of the #SoberUSA hashtag.
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 | American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Let's begin this week's chat! #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Q1. When one is in recovery, why is boredom a risky feeling? #SoberUSA |
 | Chloe Nicosia @chloecnicosia @AAC_Tweet A1) When we're bored, we tend to look for shallow ways to keep our mind & body active. Sometimes this involves risky behavior. #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @ChloeCNicosia: @AAC_Tweet A1) When we're bored, we tend to look for shallow ways to keep our mind & body active. Sometimes this involves risky behavior. #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet @ChloeCNicosia Welcome back to the chat! #SoberUSA |
 | Patrick Sullivan @psullywriter Could lead to emotional stage of relapse, where ur not thinking about using but setting urself up to https://t.co/gjh3Mn4l1I #soberUSA https://t.co/nMga17dcEB |
 | Marc McMahon @RecoveryAuthor1 A1) It's dangerous if we cannot see recovery at least as fun as using Hopefully more so, so we can see that recovery is better than using. https://t.co/5z0EA0yfjK |
| Chloe Nicosia @chloecnicosia @AAC_Tweet Thanks! Happy to be here 😃#SoberUSA |
| Marc McMahon @RecoveryAuthor1 We as addicts are prone to grab a substance to mask that loneliness if we are feeling isolated and alone. https://t.co/ytST00f2lI |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @psullywriter: Could lead to emotional stage of relapse, where ur not thinking about using but setting urself up to https://t.co/gjh3Mn4l1I #soberUSA https://t.co/nMga17dcEB |
 | Julia Orlando @little_lamb18 @AAC_Tweet A1 boredom is not my first go to thought or feeling. As a girl I over-thought my feelings made it more than what it was. #soberusa |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Q2. What are some activities to kick boredom while in recovery? #SoberUSA |
 | Townsend Treatment @TownsendCanHelp RT @AAC_Tweet: Q1. When one is in recovery, why is boredom a risky feeling? #SoberUSA |
| Townsend Treatment @TownsendCanHelp RT @AAC_Tweet: Q2. What are some activities to kick boredom while in recovery? #SoberUSA |
| Julia Orlando @little_lamb18 A1 identifying what we are feeling through awareness is critical to remaining sober. We need to get to know ourselves. #soberUSA |
 | Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon Hi @AAC_Tweet — Just tuning in to #SoberUSA! |
| Marc McMahon @RecoveryAuthor1 Meetings, hiking, Mt.Biking, fishing, movies, a walk, and a hot bath with good coffee! https://t.co/T063CcYsqM |
| Chloe Nicosia @chloecnicosia A2.) I'm a BIG fan of exercise, especially #yoga. Spend a few minutes, a few times per day, trying to be mindful. Passes the time! #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @little_lamb18: @AAC_Tweet A1 boredom is not my first go to thought or feeling. As a girl I over-thought my feelings made it more than what it was. #soberusa |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @little_lamb18: A1 identifying what we are feeling through awareness is critical to remaining sober. We need to get to know ourselves. #soberUSA |
 | Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A1: Addicts don't know what to do with free time in early recovery #soberUSA https://t.co/VxxIZHVKiA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Hi! #SoberUSA https://t.co/8IyUUdnL3W |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @RecoveryAuthor1: Meetings, hiking, Mt.Biking, fishing, movies, a walk, and a hot bath with good coffee! https://t.co/T063CcYsqM |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon A1 Boredom is risky because it is a major reason people reach for drugs in the beginning… look for adventure, being “different.” #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @TheRewiredSoul: A1: A1: Addicts don't know what to do with free time in early recovery #soberUSA https://t.co/VxxIZHVKiA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A1: It's true that "idle hands are the devil's playground" #SoberUSA https://t.co/VxxIZHVKiA |
 | Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 Great Afternoon from Massachusetts; great to be here! @kgainc #soberusa https://t.co/IoFZg1vE10 |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon Yes! So many people state that when they stopped drinking, they had to learn how to have fun without alcohol. #SoberUSA https://t.co/6aFpUNlGHr |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 So nice to see you back @little_lamb18 Julie! Hope all is well in the deep South #soberusa https://t.co/U07JrjjUQ1 |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A2: NEW EXPERIENCES! They help AND release dopamine to make up for the dopamine lost when getting sober #SoberUSA https://t.co/OcIdblo2cc |
| Marc McMahon @RecoveryAuthor1 A3) Changing of friends to new healthy sober friends. Everything adjusts, possible medication changes or starting new ones. #SoberUSA |
| Julia Orlando @little_lamb18 A2 I Revisited activities I enjoyd as a kid. Piano, dancing,needlework; dancing did not work out! Explore the many possibilities #soberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A2: when I got sober, I learned how to knit lol. It kept my hands pretty busy (and I knit a mean beanie) #SoberUSA https://t.co/OcIdblo2cc |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @TheRewiredSoul: A2: A2: NEW EXPERIENCES! They help AND release dopamine to make up for the dopamine lost when getting sober #SoberUSA https://t.co/OcIdblo2cc |
| Marc McMahon @RecoveryAuthor1 A4) Helps to keep track of appts. And keeping track of the tasks accomplished. Helps to keep our priorities organized. #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @little_lamb18: A2 I Revisited activities I enjoyd as a kid. Piano, dancing,needlework; dancing did not work out! Explore the many possibilities #soberUSA |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon A2 If a person can’t think of new sober activities on their own, find sober meetups/groups/vacation trips to phase over. #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @TheRewiredSoul: A2: A2: when I got sober, I learned how to knit lol. It kept my hands pretty busy (and I knit a mean beanie) #SoberUSA https://t.co/OcIdblo2cc |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A2: I'm a workaholic, so when I got sober my mom said, "Make recovery your job." I was in 3 meetings a day and working steps #SoberUSA https://t.co/OcIdblo2cc |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 A1. Boredom is not always as simple as we may think; might think we need a big change, engage in risky behavior = relapse @kgainc #soberusa https://t.co/vscNFivFqE |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet @TheRewiredSoul That's awesome! #SoberUSA |
 | Toni @ByeFelicia727 A1: Boredom can lead to stinkin thinkin, the same thinking that led us down a dark path im the first place. #SoberUSA https://t.co/IvrPnoHaX1 |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A2: The worst thing someone can tell me in early recovery is that they're bored. I have plenty of work for them 😃#SoberUSA https://t.co/OcIdblo2cc |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @narconon: A2 If a person can’t think of new sober activities on their own, find sober meetups/groups/vacation trips to phase over. #SoberUSA |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 did not mean to copy you @ChloeCNicosia ; you just have a great answer!! good job! 😁 https://t.co/VENbsvku2e |
 | Lucky 🍀 @GoodBadLucky RT @TheRewiredSoul: A1: A1: It's true that "idle hands are the devil's playground" #SoberUSA https://t.co/VxxIZHVKiA |
| Marc McMahon @RecoveryAuthor1 A5) They have a strong recovery? Do they have integrity and character Do they posess the qualities I lack? Length of clean time! #SoberUSA |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon RT @ByeFelicia727: A1: A1: Boredom can lead to stinkin thinkin, the same thinking that led us down a dark path im the first place. #SoberUSA https://t.co/IvrPnoHaX1 |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Q3. What are some adjustments to make from one’s old lifestyle? #SoberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte Oh btw Ask an Addict, is a new YouTube series I started to answer questions like these! #SoberUSA https://t.co/8BRFMkueyf |
| Toni @ByeFelicia727 A2: My default answer will always be SERVICE WORK for boredom, loneliness, irritability. It gets you out of your head. #SoberUSA https://t.co/cWqfIttD94 |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon Love the fact there are sober vacation services and websites where you can find sober groups! But requires initiative to LOOK. #SoberUSA |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 like, I don't know; ? going to Las Vegas @NoWineImFine for a sober holiday? awesome blog posts; you're doing it! good for you! #soberusa https://t.co/EqbzCHNfDZ |
 | CSRI @csri_aac RT @AAC_Tweet: Welcome to this week's #SoberUSA. For this week's chat we will discuss Breaking Boredom in Recovery. |
| CSRI @csri_aac RT @AAC_Tweet: Q1. When one is in recovery, why is boredom a risky feeling? #SoberUSA |
| CSRI @csri_aac RT @AAC_Tweet: Q2. What are some activities to kick boredom while in recovery? #SoberUSA |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon A3 Number One is stop hanging out with users! Stop going to old haunts! New patterns absolutely needed. #SoberUSA |
| CSRI @csri_aac RT @AAC_Tweet: Q3. What are some adjustments to make from one’s old lifestyle? #SoberUSA |
| Toni @ByeFelicia727 A3: Stay away from people you used/drank with, placed you used to frequent. #SoberUSA https://t.co/5llsJ9x2BJ |
 | Greenhouse @GreenhouseAAC RT @AAC_Tweet: Q3. What are some adjustments to make from one’s old lifestyle? #SoberUSA |
| Julia Orlando @little_lamb18 A3 prepare to adjust the way we think; reframe negativity to positivity; humility can go far when we are learning new things. #soberusa |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 A2.@NoWineImFine Las Vegas sober holiday! I love Vegas to people-watch. May be able to enjoy some hobbies more fully SOBER @kgainc #soberusa https://t.co/TRcLV1QIrq |
| Toni @ByeFelicia727 RT @TheRewiredSoul: Oh btw Ask an Addict, is a new YouTube series I started to answer questions like these! #SoberUSA https://t.co/8BRFMkueyf |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon Yes! And it helps you see that others are having the same struggle you used to have, need help. + You can see how far you've come. #SOberUSA https://t.co/O7gYimNovy |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon Humility is a great guide during this time, matched with gratitude. #SoberUSA https://t.co/vh16FyBvpj |
| Julia Orlando @little_lamb18 A3 we won't have all the answers; we won't have it all figured out. That's the adventure of it! I was a blank canvas. #soberusa |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 I know right?! You won't hear it a second time lol! 😁 https://t.co/wnquvM8cpq |
 | The Recovery Village @recoveryvillage Sorry we're late! A3: Let go of any negative influences in your circle that could trigger a relapse. #SoberUSA https://t.co/lyxCWF94H9 |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon @NoWineImFine @RecoveryAuthor1 Some people choose new locations to live/work. Even old locations, drug dealers’ houses, places you used can be triggers. #SoberUSA |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 love it, good for you @TheRewiredSoul Chris Boutte! Going for it! https://t.co/I2efMusBr4 |
| Marc McMahon @RecoveryAuthor1 #Great #minds think alike! https://t.co/iDR5iNrJg4 |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @narconon: A3 Number One is stop hanging out with users! Stop going to old haunts! New patterns absolutely needed. #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @little_lamb18: A3 prepare to adjust the way we think; reframe negativity to positivity; humility can go far when we are learning new things. #soberusa |
| Chloe Nicosia @chloecnicosia A3) Sometimes I struggle with viewing "downtime" as a positive thing. Use it as an opportunity to "recharge!" Empty space is OK. #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @recoveryvillage: Sorry we're late! A3: Let go of any negative influences in your circle that could trigger a relapse. #SoberUSA https://t.co/lyxCWF94H9 |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon @NoWineImFine Vacations you remember – worth the money! #SoberUSA |
| The Recovery Village @recoveryvillage This is very good advice, Julia. https://t.co/JAkdNBToS3 |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Q4. What are the benefits of making a schedule to manage your activities? #SoberUSA |
 | BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare Popping into #soberusa a little late. Hi all! |
| Chloe Nicosia @chloecnicosia A4) A schedule is helpful because it gets you on a routine - AS LONG as you don't overschedule yourself! #SoberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A3: New friends is KEY. I talk about it quite a bit in my book I wrote. Old friends will bring you down FAST https://t.co/xV6ztfPs71 |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon This is a great guideline for anyone wanting a sober vacation in a location where that may not be the norm! #SoberUSA https://t.co/dBHwJax8IS |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte Q3: I see FAR too many people relapse because they feel the only way to cure their boredom is to hang out with old using buddies #SoberUSA https://t.co/xV6ztfPs71 |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare A1- Boredom is a big factor in why people use drugs, so it's hard to cope with being bored if that's no longer an option #soberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A3: I feel the best adjustment someone can make is to get comfortable with boredom. #SoberUSA https://t.co/xV6ztfPs71 |
| The Recovery Village @recoveryvillage A5: setting new routines & traditions for yourself can definitely help your recovery succeed. #SoberUSA https://t.co/MUkkfokomA |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 A3. Need 2B around Winners; not celebrities, rather REAL folks with Positivity, Values, Priorities in life; no negativity @kgainc #soberusa https://t.co/odxbF4ruTm |
| Julia Orlando @little_lamb18 A4 considering that I probably have some brain damage a schedule can be helpful. I make a list of three things and three things #soberUSA |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare A2- Giving yourself a goal (aside from sobriety) such as fitness, an art project, or learning an instrument #soberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A3: I practice #mindfulness and a there's a saying "If you're bored; you're not paying attention." #SoberUSA https://t.co/xV6ztfPs71 |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 Very true, @ByeFelicia727 Toni! #soberusa https://t.co/9SDWbfDDsL |
| The Recovery Village @recoveryvillage @AAC_Tweet We have a new blog post that answers this question pretty well! #SoberUSA https://t.co/kNfEZAHMeV |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A4: What an awesome question! This is HUUUUUGE. I HAD to plan my days out. Which meetings id go to, when to meet my sponsor etc #SoberUSA https://t.co/zUr97srqX5 |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @TheRewiredSoul: A4: A4: What an awesome question! This is HUUUUUGE. I HAD to plan my days out. Which meetings id go to, when to meet my sponsor etc #SoberUSA https://t.co/zUr97srqX5 |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet @TheRewiredSoul Thank-you! #SoberUSA |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 Exactly what I meant; great stories of meeting a challenge! #soberusa https://t.co/llkXivxK4K |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @BetterRehabCare: A1- Boredom is a big factor in why people use drugs, so it's hard to cope with being bored if that's no longer an option #soberUSA |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare This! https://t.co/L0kYSTC66e |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @ChloeCNicosia: A4) A schedule is helpful because it gets you on a routine - AS LONG as you don't overschedule yourself! #SoberUSA |
| Greenhouse @GreenhouseAAC RT @AAC_Tweet: Q4. What are the benefits of making a schedule to manage your activities? #SoberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A4: like this is such a good question, I'm going to bring it up in group today @DesertHopeAAC LOL #SoberUSA https://t.co/zUr97srqX5 |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon @TheRewiredSoul Recipe for very fast disaster!! #SoberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A4: I try to tell clients to schedule their days out as much as possible. Some even get day planners #SoberUSA https://t.co/zUr97srqX5 |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare A4- When you first leave rehab, having a schedule is everything! You can stay out of trouble if you don't have time to get into it #soberusa |
| Toni @ByeFelicia727 A4: 1-you get a sense of accomplishment when you check off things 2-You know your next step. #SoberUSA https://t.co/gYuX8fh8Xf |
| CSRI @csri_aac RT @AAC_Tweet: Q4. What are the benefits of making a schedule to manage your activities? #SoberUSA |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon A4 Schedules create a productive bridge between now and the future; Easier to face the day/week/month. #SoberUSA |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 A4. Organization, efficiency, accomplishing important things, feeling good; avoiding valueless/negative activity @kgainc #soberusa https://t.co/SXorR1Cb1u |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @BetterRehabCare: A4- When you first leave rehab, having a schedule is everything! You can stay out of trouble if you don't have time to get into it #soberusa |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @ByeFelicia727: A4: A4: 1-you get a sense of accomplishment when you check off things 2-You know your next step. #SoberUSA https://t.co/gYuX8fh8Xf |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare @NoWineImFine @PatrickDoyle_35 "Am saving my drinking money for my next vacation" - love it! #soberUSA |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon Short and long-term goals are important. The more closely they align with a person’s most desired accomplishments, the better. #SoberUSA https://t.co/TGrpI2ncKp |
| Narconon Drug Rehab @narconon I like that solution! It’s like rewards for meeting more difficult challenges. #SoberUSA https://t.co/SjAHPiFciW |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 Seriously, your blog is inspirational; I couldn't stop reading, going from 1post, 2next; almost like I was there with you! @kgainc #soberusa https://t.co/fTxAfPQstn |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 Welcome! Never too late! #soberusa https://t.co/mEw1bGdQ50 |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 maybe I'll meet up with you there lol! good for you! That is living life. #soberusa BTW what's the temperature today? https://t.co/UDKbnOAXiV |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Q5. When connecting with others in recovery, what are some important qualities in them to look for? #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @PatrickDoyle_35: A4. Organization, efficiency, accomplishing important things, feeling good; avoiding valueless/negative activity @kgainc #soberusa https://t.co/SXorR1Cb1u |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare RT @narconon: Short and long-term goals are important. The more closely they align with a person’s most desired accomplishments, the better. #SoberUSA https://t.co/TGrpI2ncKp |
| Family Addiction Coach 💙 Patrick Doyle MSW @PatrickDoyle_35 Yep under the influence generally doesn't mix with schedules! #soberusa https://t.co/Mm4ePmMDqd |
| Toni @ByeFelicia727 RT @AAC_Tweet: Q5. When connecting with others in recovery, what are some important qualities in them to look for? #SoberUSA |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare @PatrickDoyle_35 Thank you! 'Never too late' - you're right about that! #soberUSA |
| Toni @ByeFelicia727 A5: Stick with the winners. Find people who have the peace & serenity you desire and learn to model their behavior. #SoberUSA https://t.co/9jgpJ3QA7c |
| Chloe Nicosia @chloecnicosia A5) Look for people who empower you, and likewise, you give them a sense of empowerment as well. We're all in it together! #SoberUSA |
| The Recovery Village @recoveryvillage A5: Are they a positive influence that won't bring you or your recovery down? Etc. #SoberUSA https://t.co/QiLzZQGZBS |
| CSRI @csri_aac RT @AAC_Tweet: Q5. When connecting with others in recovery, what are some important qualities in them to look for? #SoberUSA |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @ByeFelicia727: A5: A5: Stick with the winners. Find people who have the peace & serenity you desire and learn to model their behavior. #SoberUSA https://t.co/9jgpJ3QA7c |
| Julia Orlando @little_lamb18 A5 I tend to enjoy all people, get to know them, if we have a common interest I will enjoy their company. #soberusa |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet RT @recoveryvillage: A5: A5: Are they a positive influence that won't bring you or your recovery down? Etc. #SoberUSA https://t.co/QiLzZQGZBS |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet #ICYMI #SoberUSA https://t.co/J7RHy1Y4c5 |
| American Addiction Centers @AAC_Tweet Fantastic chat today! Thank-you to everyone to participated. We hope to see you next week. #SoberUSA |
| Chris Boutté @realchrisboutte A5: SUUUPER important when the others are what we call "winders" #SoberUSA https://t.co/JBliuEOtRR |
| BetterAddictonCare @BetterRehabCare @AAC_Tweet Looking forward to next week's chat! #soberUSA |
| CSRI @csri_aac RT @AAC_Tweet: Fantastic chat today! Thank-you to everyone to participated. We hope to see you next week. #SoberUSA |
 | New Directions - CLE @newdirectionsoh A1: Boredom can lead to old habits and behaviors, which can lead to relapse. #SoberUSA https://t.co/Dqw8zG9cSx |
| New Directions - CLE @newdirectionsoh A2: Exercise, yoga, meditation, talking with a support group or peers, engaging in online forums and apps. #SoberUSA https://t.co/fWm5kZ72V0 |
| New Directions - CLE @newdirectionsoh A3: Surround yourself with positive & supportive friends, avoid the negativity & dangerous behaviors & focus on what is important. #SoberUSA https://t.co/r5pevRjyjw |
| New Directions - CLE @newdirectionsoh A4: It ensures that you stay focused on what's important and avoid being bored. #SoberUSA https://t.co/Of3CE0qSqm |
| New Directions - CLE @newdirectionsoh A5: That they are supportive, positive and focused on their recovery journey. That they will keep you accountable as well. #SoberUSA https://t.co/2lArsHiMPu |
| New Directions - CLE @newdirectionsoh RT @AAC_Tweet: #ICYMI #SoberUSA https://t.co/J7RHy1Y4c5 |
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