Stress is an unfortunate part of life, and in recovery, it can be flat-out dangerous. Small amounts can push us to find solutions, overcome challenges, and thrive. Yet too much can affect our health, decrease our productivity, and cause us to make poor decisions.

Even more concerning, it can push us back towards unhealthy coping mechanisms. It is vital to have a list of tools you can draw on when dealing with stress to prevent relapse in recovery.