Red Ribbon Week: Participation for the Recovering

Those who are recently recovering from drug or alcohol addiction can positively help themselves by

seeking out positive surroundings cultivating sobriety. This extends to nationally recognized events, such

as Red Ribbon Week, which occurs every October. There are many opportunities for those in recovery to

take advantage of such opportunities, such as through public speaking or other active participations.

Surrounding oneself with people and environments that are opposed to illicit drug use can help to

further prevent odds of future relapse for a patient.

Speaking out

For instance, those who are recovering from substance abuse could choose to speak candidly about their

experiences. Nick Nelson in Orange County, California, was a star football player, a hometown hero with

a shadow of addiction trailing his success. He hit rock bottom, and afterward built a testimony through

drug abuse which was picked up by the Orange County Register. “If, he said, there is one person out there

who will look at the story of a fallen athlete and use it as inspiration, then opening up about all the horrible

details of his life will be worth the embarrassing exposure,” the interview details.

Showing support visually

There are visual means of showing support for Red Ribbon Week as well. Those in recovery can do their

part at related events by handing out such awareness items to the public, such as red armbands with

associated logos. There are a number of different online resources that can point those interested in

showing support visually in the right direction. Many business and organizations have ways of

demonstrating appreciation for this. For example, 7 eleven convenience stores offer a free Slurpee if a

person is wearing the Red Ribbon Week armband.

Awareness of consequences

Former drug users who are looking to help prevent drug abuse can also do their part by showing the

negatives of drugs in presentations. This can include physical consequences, such as deterioration from

heavy meth abuse or lung damage from smoking tobacco frequently. Another important consideration is

the psychological damage that can result as well. There are many resources that can point those

interested in motivational speaking against drug abuse in the right direction.

Organizing events

Those who are in recovery for drugs can help by volunteering in Red Ribbon Week events, but why should

it stop there? The more effort each participant puts forth regarding Red Ribbon Week and other antidrug

efforts, the more effective such goings on can be overall on a larger scale. Recover Mental Health seeks

to offer reliable and reputable information for those facing substance abuse, as well as their loved ones.

For more information on how to get started today, please give us a call at 866-593-2339.

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