12/15/2025
Top 3 Recovery Tips During the Holidays from the Long Island Center for Recovery ❄️
1. Protect Your Peace with Clear Boundaries
The holidays can bring stress, pressure, and old triggers. Give yourself permission to set limits, say no when needed, and choose environments that support your sobriety. Your peace matters.
2. Stay Connected to Your Support System
Whether it is meetings, your sponsor, your LICR peers, or trusted loved ones, staying connected keeps you grounded. Community is one of the strongest tools in recovery, especially during emotionally charged seasons.
3. Create a Holiday Plan That Supports Your Recovery
Go into events with a plan. Bring your own drink, have an exit strategy, schedule meetings, practice mindfulness, and keep your tools close. Being prepared helps you stay centered and confident through the season.
Whether you are starting your journey or protecting the recovery you have built, LICR is here to walk with you through every season. ❤️