Dear P
One of the most common acronyms in recovery is H.A.L.T. (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired).
This recovery tool is simple to use and applicable to all in recovery. No matter how you are feeling or what circumstances are going on around you, H.A.L.T. is a simple tool to assess if you are in relapse mode.
When any of these characteristics are present, a recovering person will be irritable, moody, lethargic, and seemingly unhappy. When our body is not feeling well, our brains also begin to think more negatively.
Negative thoughts will ultimately lead to cravings to gamble to escape.
It is important to have strong self-awareness of H.A.L.T. to decrease the risk of relapse.
Never act on thoughts that are based upon feelings that are generated simply because you have neglected to take care of your needs.