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Recovering from a substance abuse addiction or mental health disorder is a difficult journey and can take a toll on relationships. It is important to take the steps to rebuild those relationships in order to foster recovery and health.
Create Communication
When overcoming an addiction or mental health disorder, communication is key for rebuilding relationships. Keeping the lines of communication open, honest and open-minded is important to building relationships. Having conversations consistently to check in, ask for help and support, or to simply talk about how one is feeling. The conversations can be helpful for both the individual in recovery, as well as for the loved one.
Provide Support
Oftentimes, the person in recovery needs support in order to make the changes necessary to stay sober or manage the mental health disorder. It is important to create a support system through family, friends and healthcare professionals. This network of people can provide the help and support needed to stay on track and make positive decisions.
Take It Slow
Rebuilding relationships takes time and it can be difficult to build trust, especially when the relationship was strained by substance abuse or mental health issues. Earning trust is important to having meaningful relationships, and this can only be done with consistency and patience.
Express Gratitude
Expressing gratitude is important for repairing the relationships. Forgiveness can enable healing, so expressing gratitude for their understanding and support will help bridge the gap. Showing appreciation and understanding can help build a stronger bond between those in recovery and their loved ones.
Rebuilding relationships takes time and effort, but it is possible. Focusing on creating communication, developing a support system, taking it slow, and expressing gratitude can help foster relationships with those in recovery and help them on their journey to health.
