Happy Holidays? Today we talk about how to navigate holiday traditions, parties and visits with friends and family with a loved one in recovery. This episode touches on some basic relapse prevention tools, holiday triggers and how to care for you, and your family, during what can be a stressful time for most of us. We hope, that with a little support, you can enjoy the holidays drug and alcohol free with your closest loved ones.Topics also discussed: Relapse prevention Drugs Boundaries Relationships Addiction Anxiety Escape plans Realistic expectations GratitudeFollow us at:Instagram: @boyproblemspodTwitter: @boyprobspodcastFacebook: @boyproblemspodArticles used for this episode:Families and Addiction - Surviving the Season of Stress - https://www.socialworktoday.com/archive/111511p10.shtmlTips for Staying Sober During the Holidays - https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/articles/tips-for-enjoying-sober-holidaysWhy are the Holidays so Stressful to People in Addiction Recovery - https://www.workithealth.com/blog/why-are-holidays-stressful-to-people-in-addiction-recoveryAdditional Resources:Co-Dependents Anonymous: http://coda.org/Al-Anon: https://al-anon.org/Nar-Anon: https://www.nar-anon.org/National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helplineTreatment Locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/