Dr. Twerski's Sober Thought - April

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April 20

Sleep Without Chemicals

Healthy sleep does come eventually. Some in early recovery are unable to sleep. This problem can exist for some duration, particularly if you had been using tranquilizers. Avoid caffeine. Reduce sugar intake. Exercise regularly earlier in the day. Begin by relaxing your toes and work your way up to your ears. Don't give up. Expecting instant results is part of addiction, not of recovery. Put your clock where you can't see it. Keep the Big Book at your bedside; at least you can use your time constructively. Time takes time. After bludgeoning the brain with chemicals for years, give it time to recover.