What is recovery?
Health
Supporting physical and emotional well-being through healthy lifestyle choices like exercise, nutritious eating and more.
Home
Having a stable, safe and recovery-friendly place to live and grow physically, emotionally and mentally.
Purpose
Participating in meaningful daily activities like working, volunteering, learning or exploring creative pursuits.
Community
Having positive relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship, love and hope.
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Open Your Heart to Recovery
Show that you’re embracing recovery with the Open Heart:
a unifying symbol of support, strength and solidarity through the recovery journey. Whether you’re supporting a loved one, standing as an ally or in recovery yourself, using the Open Heart signals that you're a safe person to turn to for help, free of judgment. Add the Open Heart emoji to your social bios, use it in texts or download these resources to show your open support of recovery.
Words of Inspiration
Print this tear-off flyer to share the Open Heart and inspiring messages with your local community.
Open Heart Bingo
Every small act of support matters. See how many you can check off with this Open Heart bingo game.
Share the Open Heart
Download this little card to keep as a reminder or to pass on as a sign that your heart is open to recovery.
How can I support recovery?
Your mindful words and actions can make a powerful difference in someone’s recovery journey. Help create a sense of trust and encouragement with these language and support tips.
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Follow on InstagramThere`s magic in believing. ✨ Through the hard times and the times that are suspiciously easy, I believe in you. When your recovery feels heavy, I believe in you. In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, I believe in you. When you need a shoulder to lean on, I believe in you. ...
While you`re home for the holidays keep these tips in mind. From prepared packing to intentional outreach, there are many things you can do to ease your mind and help support your own recovery during the holidays.
🧳 Pack recovery tools - put items like journals, recovery focused books, #meditation apps, and emotional support stuffed animals on your packing list.
🔒 Set boundaries - some friends and family may not fully understand your recovery journey. Set boundaries early so there are no questions on what you need to have a holly, jolly holiday season.
📝 Use stress reducing strategies - practice deep breathing, go for a walk, #exercise, or journal out your feelings.
📱 Stay connected with your #support network - whether it`s friends, family, or support groups, take time to check in with those who understand your journey.
👯 Plan ahead for social gatherings - many #holidaygatherings are centered around alcohol, so plan an exit strategy or have a supporting friend attend with you for a set period of time.
💖 Find joy in the journey - remember, recovery is a gift! Celebrate every small victory this holiday season. ...
This is what recovery looks like — ordinary people doing ordinary things. More than 378,000 South Carolinians are living full lives in recovery. Support it. Celebrate it. #EmbraceRecovery #RecoverOutLoud ...