Being sober is exciting for people that have worked hard to get there. Sober milestones are a big accomplishment and should be celebrated. Milestones can look different for everyone, what’s not an accomplishment for one person may be for another. It’s important to celebrate sober milestones for yourself and those around you.
General Sober Milestones in Year One
Sober milestones often are associated with a “coin” that you can get from your recovery center or support group. These coins are mementos to help you visualize your progress. Traditionally, the milestones are as follows:
- 24 hours
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 90 days
- 4 months
- 5 months
- 6 months & beyond
In the first year of sobriety it’s important to celebrate all victories, no matter how “small” they may seem.
Setting Your Own Milestones
Sober milestones do not have to be based solely on time that has passed. Sober milestones can be built to fit your life. For example, a sober milestone may be wanting to go on a family trip without using drugs or alcohol. Another could be learning how to cope with stress without turning to substances. Each day is an opportunity to hit a new milestone in sobriety.
You can work internally or with your treatment team and therapists to determine the best milestones for your life. It’s best to write them down and record them somewhere, so that you may go back and visit them when needed. Remind yourself of how far you’ve come by noting down the sober milestones you have achieved. Likewise, keeping track of future milestones to reach helps you stay accountable for progress and growth.
Milestones & Relapse Prevention
Sober milestones can be used to prevent relapse. Instead of turning to drugs and alcohol, turn to your goals and passions. Remember how far you have come and all the hard work it took to get there.
At Rise Above Treatment, we offer relapse prevention programs that specialize in fostering independence while still giving the guidance needed to navigate sobriety. Everyone deserves a shot at a healthy and sustainable recovery. Whether this is your first time in treatment of you have tried to recover before, Rise Above Treatment will help you reach every milestone with success. If you or someone you know is experiencing addiction, give our admissions team a call. We can help you get back on track and break the boundaries of addiction.
About Rise Above Treatment
Rise Above Treatment is a Murrieta, California based addiction treatment center that is committed to helping people recover from drug, alcohol, and other mental health concerns that are holding them back. We offer a range of services, including medical detox, residential rehab, addiction PHP, sober living options, and intensive outpatient programs. If you or a loved one is experiencing addiction, visit us at riseabovetreatment.com or give us a call at (855) 948-6325 and begin your journey to recovery.
