Craving Is Not Command

How To Beat Cravings When You Feel Stuck

🎯 "Relapse isn’t the end—it’s just your brain’s sneaky way of saying you’ve still got some sht to learn."* Welcome back to Sober Psychology, where we say the quiet parts of recovery out loud. If you’re flirting with relapse, here’s your emergency checklist: 🔹 Call your sponsor 🔹 Hit a meeting 🔹 Lock yourself in a room if you have to — binge Netflix, not booze 🔹 Text your accountability crew: “I’m not okay. I need backup.” And if you don’t have people like that yet? Find them. Ask for help. Ask. The right people will show up — and if they don’t, you just learned who isn’t your tribe. You’re not weak for needing support. You’re wise. Recovery doesn’t mean white-knuckling alone—it means building the courage to say, “I’m struggling,” and letting someone meet you there. Drop a comment. DM me. I will respond. If you’re spiraling, pause. Your brain is lying to you. You’re not a failure. You’re in the fight. And you’re not alone—not here. 🧠 Relapse is a teacher, not a death sentence. Learn the lesson. Don't repeat the class. 🙏 If this hit home, like it, share it, and tag someone who needs a lifeline today.