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The image depicts the "Cycle of Addiction," represented as a circular loop. It consists of five stages connected by arrows, symbolizing the repetitive nature of addiction. Starting from the top right and moving clockwise, the stages are:  Internal or external trigger – Refers to a catalyst, either emotional, physical, or situational, that initiates the cycle. Emotional/physical pain – Describes the distress or discomfort that follows the trigger. Craving or urge – Represents the strong desire to use a substance or engage in a behaviour to alleviate the pain. Use substance or behaviour to cope – Indicates the individual’s action to seek relief through addictive behaviour or substances. Temporary relief – Brief relief or escape from the pain is experienced after use. Tolerance/dependence – Over time, the individual develops tolerance, requiring more of the substance or behaviour to achieve the same effect, leading to dependence. The cycle repeats as the triggers continue to reoccur.

The image is a checklist titled "Ticking 2 or more of the following signs may mean you’re struggling with addiction." It lists six signs of addiction, each numbered and placed beside a green circular icon:  An inability to stop using a substance or behaviour. Continuing despite negative impacts on personal relationships. Continuing despite negative impacts on physical health. Withdrawing from social life to use the substance or behaviour. Experiencing strong cravings or urges to use the substance or behaviour. Building a tolerance to the substance or behaviour, therefore needing more.

I kept telling myself I was in control, but deep down, I knew something wasn’t right. I’d cancel plans, skip work, and my mood was all over the place. That’s when I knew I wasn’t just having a bad week, I was struggling with something bigger.

Stopping use of substances suddenly can feel uncomfortable and might even be unsafe for some people.

Understanding how your addiction shows up

The image is titled "Addiction iceberg," featuring an iceberg illustration. The top visible part of the iceberg represents "Addiction" – what people see or associate with. Below the surface, submerged and larger, are various hidden emotions and feelings that contribute to addiction but are not immediately visible. These emotions include:  Embarrassed Shame Overwhelmed Offended Lonely Depressed Anxious Stressed Disrespected Nervous Exhausted Scared Hurt Disgusted Insecure Worried Frustrated Rejected Disappointed Helpless Guilt Trauma Attacked Grumpy Annoyed Distrustful Tricked Regret The accompanying text reads: "Addiction can often be like only seeing the tip of an iceberg – what’s visible to others is only part of the story." The image encourages looking beneath the surface to address the underlying emotions that contribute to addiction, making it easier to break free and find healthier coping mechanisms.

Coping strategies for managing cravings and triggers

The image is titled "Trigger management plan" and outlines a three-step process to help individuals manage their triggers. The plan is divided into three sections, each represented by an icon and corresponding text:  Anticipate (Eye icon) – What are my potential triggers? Examples include: work stress, peer pressure, injury, relationship breakdown, loss of a loved one.  Identify (Magnifying glass icon) – What might I be feeling? Examples include: stressed, lonely, anxious, angry, guilty.  Manage (Wrench icon) – What can I do to cope? Examples include: call a friend, go for a walk, meditate, journal, see a therapist, attend a meeting, listen to music.  The image presents these steps as a practical way to anticipate triggers, identify emotions, and manage them with coping strategies. Each step is designed to encourage reflection and action when dealing with triggers.

When I relapsed after a year of sobriety, I thought I’d lost everything. But I learned that recovery isn’t about being perfect; it’s about resilience. Now, three years later, I’m stronger and more committed to my wellbeing than ever.

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Find support for any addictive behaviour at any stage of your recovery journey. The SMART Recovery app offers learning tools, practical strategies, and personalised goal-setting to help you build a balanced, fulfilling life.

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