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<\/p>\nIt’s still a few more days before Christmas–have you already got a gift for a loved one in addiction recovery?<\/p>\n
If you’re still wracking your brains out for a gift to give to a friend or family member who is in addiction recovery, worry no more. Here are some gift ideas to give to the sober and recovering addict in your life.<\/p>\n
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Holiday Gifts for Someone in Addiction Recovery<\/strong><\/p>\n 1. Gym membership. Now that they’re in recovery, help them learn and develop new habits. Instead of being idle, since their time now is not anymore consumed with looking for drugs and getting high, let them use it for self-improvement and getting fit. Get them a gym membership and let them have a more active lifestyle, which will help them not only look better but feel better as well.<\/p>\n 2. Coffee mug. The next best thing to getting high now is having a caffeine buzz, so they might be drinking the brew more often. Give them a morning reminder while having a pick-me-upper with a fancy and witty message on a coffee mug. Find something with a message that resonates to their life in recovery, or better yet, get a personalized one.<\/p>\n 3. Yoga membership.\u00a0If gym isn’t for them, then maybe you can make them try yoga. It’s less physically demanding but will also do the job of keeping them fit. The added meditation lessons are also great for giving them mind exercises for a healthier outlook and frame of mind, which will come in handy when dealing with stressful situations.<\/p>\n 4. Journal.\u00a0Being in recovery is a time to reflect on things that they have gained or regained. It would help if they keep a journal to keep track of their lives in recovery, keep themselves in check, create an outlet for their emotions, and overall create a routine of reflection and self awareness. There are also gratitude journals that help people be inspired and maintain an attitude of gratitude in their daily lives.<\/p>\n 5. Books.\u00a0There are memoirs of other people who have been through addiction, rehab, and recovery. There are also inspirational and self-help books that can best occupy their time. Such books are also great as pastimes for them, especially in the early days of sobriety.<\/p>\n 6. Meditation CDs or DVDs. These are great for encouraging them to relax and be calm, even for certain times in a day. This helps them calm their minds and allay their doubts or problems. It’s also a great way for them to incorporate meditation in their schedule.<\/p>\n 7. Gift Certificates to the spa.\u00a0Or any wellness destination. This is a great way for them to getaway from the\u00a0pressures and stresses of their now-sober life. This will also show them that they really don’t need substances to have an escape and enjoy the goodness of life.<\/p>\n 8.Outdoors gear. Whether it’s a tent, a bag full of outdoors gear, a fishing rod, or what not, it always helps to get them active and out into the wild. Nature offers a high that is natural, safe, and positive. If they’re the type of people who life to be outdoors, then this will be much appreciated.<\/p>\n These holiday gifts for people who are in addiction in recovery doesn’t only provide a way for you to spread the holiday cheer–they also show your support for their renewed life in recovery.<\/p>\n Still, the best gifts don’t cost a thing. What sober people need, especially at this crucial time, is patience, support, love, compassion, and time.<\/p>\n![\"bridges-of-hope-post-footer\"](\"https:\/\/bridgesofhope.com.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/bridges-of-hope-post-footer2.jpg\")
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