How To Enjoy Summer Alcohol Free in Nevada

Living in Recovery

It’s important to remember that living in recovery isn’t something that happens at certain points during the year. Instead, recovery is something that you will need to commit to for the rest of your life. As a result, there are several components of recovery. During the time that you’re working through your addiction treatment program, you will need to take part in different forms of addiction therapy so that you can work through the root causes of your addiction. There are many different forms of addiction therapy that you will experience during this period of time. Addiction therapy is also something that you may participate in even once you complete your initial treatment program. Here are some examples of addiction therapy that you will experience throughout the course of your recovery: 

Group therapy 

Group therapy is one of the most important forms of addiction therapy that you will participate in during the time that you’re in treatment. Participating in group therapy will set you up and help you to transition into taking part in Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous meetings. During group therapy, you will develop an understanding that you are not alone when it comes to your recovery and that there are other people you can turn to for help. 

Family therapy 

Family therapy is something that can help you to put the relationships with your family members back together. Unfortunately, addiction is something that can negatively impact your relationships, however, by committing to family therapy you can begin to reestablish these relationships which is something that can help to encourage you throughout your recovery journey at our Costa Mesa drug detox facility.

Individual therapy 

Individual therapy is something that is key during the time that you’re in treatment as well as after. Individual therapy gives you the personalized experience with your treatment team or your therapist that you may need to work through certain issues that you don’t feel comfortable sharing in a group setting. 

Of course, there are many other forms of therapy that you may experience during your initial treatment and throughout the rest of your life such as behavioral therapy as well as trauma therapy. Participating in these forms of therapy openly and honestly will help you to tackle your addiction once and for all and get you to a healthier place in your life. 

Alcohol-free Summer Activities in Nevada 

Although going out for drinks in Vegas is something that may have seemed appealing when you were drinking, there are thankfully many things that you can do in and around the Vegas strip other than drink. Although Las Vegas is typically referred to as Sin City, it doesn’t mean that you need to add drinking to your Vegas itinerary. Here are a few recommendations of things that you can do to stay sober in Vegas or in the Sierra Nevadas. Additionally, for those curious about the effects of medication in sobriety, understanding details like ‘How Long Does Zoloft Stay In Your System‘ can be an important aspect of your journey.

Go to a pool party 

Going to a family friendly pool party or even a pool party with your friends is a great way to get out and about for the summer. If you want to take an added step of protecting your sobriety, you can always opt to host the pool party with a request that no one bring alcohol to the event. 

Go to an amusement park 

Going to an amusement park is a great way to get out and about for the summer. From thrill rides to water rides which can help you to beat the heat, going to an amusement park is a fun trip either on your own or with your friends or family members. 

Go for a walk or take part in an outdoor activity 

The warm and beautiful weather brings plenty of things that you can do outdoors. Finding a local park to walk through or learning more about another outdoor activity that can present you with a new challenge is a great way to spend your summer. You may even want to invite your friends to come with you to certain events or activities. 

Alcohol Free Summer Drinks

Just because alcoholic drinks in Vegas isn’t something that is on your Vegas itinerary, it doesn’t mean that you cannot indulge in some nonalcoholic drink options. You may be surprised at how far a nonalcoholic drink with some lime juice or sparkling waters can go when it comes to adding to how much you’re enjoying your time. Here are a few drinks that are nonalcoholic that you may decide to indulge in for the summer: 

Virgin Pina Colada 

A pina colada is a staple summer drink. However, it’s one that is brimming over with alcohol which could lead to serious issues for you and your sobriety. However, a virgin pina colada provides you with all of the flavor that you may be looking for without the trouble. By making “mock rum syrup” and combining it with pineapple juice and coconut milk, you can sip this drink from a pineapple throughout the summer without any determinant to the recovery work that you’ve done. 

Easy iced tea 

Instead of spiking your iced tea with alcohol, why not try a unique recipe which will bring an added slash of flavor without any of the alcohol. The recipe for easy iced tea is just that, easy!  With a combination of tea, lemon, peaches and even oranges, this drink is sure to be a delicious one for not only you but any friends or family members that you may be with during the summer. 

Iced mocha 

Is there anything better than indulging in a sweet treat at the end of a hot day? Iced mocha combines chocolate milk, espresso and whipped cream which gives you sweet satisfaction without the alcoholic touch. 

Keep in mind that there are also several other nonalcoholic drinks that you can indulge in during the summer. For example, there are numerous options that you have when it comes to nonalcoholic beers. Also, you can always opt to mix sparkling water or seltzer with your favorite fresh blast of flavor. There is nearly no end to the different combinations that you have when it comes to finding the perfect summer mixture without giving into temptation of drinking. 

What To Do If You Relapse This Summer

If you find yourself giving into drinks in Las Vegas, there is no need to beat yourself up. Thankfully there are several recovery centers in the Sierra Nevadas as well as Reno Nevada that will be able to help you through this setback. If you find that you are no longer sober in Vegas or you feel as though your sobriety may be put in jeopardy, the first thing that you should always do is reach out to an addiction treatment center which will help you to get back on track with your recovery. 

Depending on how far you have relapsed and your drug or drink of choice, there is a possibility that you will need to begin your treatment journey from the beginning and work through a detox program. Detox is something that lasts approximately seven days with the worst of your withdrawal symptoms manifesting within the first three days of your time in the program. However, by the end of your time in detox, you will have the physical and psychological wherewithal to be able to navigate through the recovery process. 

One of the most important decisions that you will need to make once you’re ready to address your relapse is whether you’re going to work through an inpatient or an outpatient treatment program. If you have relapsed, one of the best things that you can do for yourself is remove yourself from the people, places and things that may be negatively impacting your sobriety. Inpatient therapy gives you the opportunity to live on the campus of your treatment facility of choice and be surrounded by your treatment team who will always provide you with the around the clock care and support that you need. 

There are many people who cannot commit to inpatient treatment due to their work, school or personal schedule. In cases like this, the best option for you would be an outpatient program which gives you the flexibility to work or go to school while still addressing your addiction through a personalized treatment program. Your recovery team will continuously check in with you to ensure that you’re still on the right path when it comes to your health and well-being. 

Addiction Treatment at Resurgence Behavioral Health

Regardless of whether you live close to the Las Vegas strip or in the Lake Tahoe area, if you’re struggling with any type of substance abuse issues, we encourage you to get in touch with the treatment team at Resurgence Behavioral Health. If the amount of your drinks in Las Vegas have gotten out of control, our addiction recovery team is here to help you to understand the steps that you can take to conquer your addiction and take back your life. Get in touch with Resurgence Behavioral Health today at (855) 458-0050 for more information about our treatment programs. 

David Rofofsky
After growing up in New York, David chose to get help with substance abuse in California because of the state's reputation for top-tier treatment. There, he found the treatment he needed to achieve more than nine years of recovery. He's been in the drug and alcohol addiction rehab industry for eight years and now serves as the Director of Admissions for Resurgence Behavioral Health. David remains passionate about the field because he understands how hard it is to pick up the phone and ask for help. However, once the call is made, someone's life can be saved.

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