Taking steps to change your relationship with alcohol is something to be incredibly proud of. And while the benefits of sobriety are plentiful, it’s normal to experience challenges and setbacks along the way. Wherever you are on your journey, motivational quotes and affirmations can give you a boost of encouragement to keep going. Creating visual reminders of quotes, like writing them on a sticky note or saving them as your phone background, is a great way to integrate inspiration into your daily life.
Here are 25 recovery quotes for you to take with you on your journey, handpicked by the team here at Monument:
Remember that you don’t have to know where you’re headed to make progress:
1. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step” -Martin Luther King Jr.
Focus on what you can control each day:
2. “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.” -Robert Louis Stevenson
Remember that drinking less is just the beginning:
3. “When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” -Paulo Coelho
Know that your past does not define your future:
4. “I am not my worst days. I am not what happened to me” -Rupi Kaur
Don’t be afraid to set boundaries:
5. “You’ve got to learn to leave the table when love’s no longer being served.” – Nina Simone
Remember that growth happens in discomfort:
6. “When in doubt, choose change” -Lily Leung
Remind yourself of your ‘why”:
7. “Sometimes we motivate ourselves by thinking of what we want to become. Sometimes we motivate ourselves by thinking about who we don’t ever want to be again.” – Shane Niemeyer
When in doubt, keep going:
8. “Sometimes carrying on, just carrying on, is the superhuman achievement.” –Albert Camus
Remember that it’s always a good time to build healthier habits:
9. “It’s never too late to change your direction” -Dr. Wayne Dyer
Move at your own pace:
10. “Your direction is more important than your speed.” -Richard L. Evans
Embrace self-care in recovery:
11. “Keep taking time for yourself until you’re you again” -Lalah Delia
Know that you can make it through whatever challenges arise:
12. “When we trust that we’re the ocean, we’re not afraid of the waves” -Tara Brach
Remember that rest is productive:
13. “If you get tired, learn to rest, not to quit.” -Banksy
Take action to achieve your goals and dreams:
14. “Dreams and reality are opposites. Action synthesizes them.” -Assata Shakur
Appreciate that small steps amount to incredible progress:
15. “Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.” -Robert Collier
Know that getting started is half the battle:
16. “There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth; not going all the way, and not starting.” -Buddha
Embrace that our growth is never complete:
17. “We are all rough drafts of the people we’re becoming” -Bob Goff
Know that tomorrow is a new day:
18. Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I’ll try again tomorrow.” -Mary Anne Radmacher
Practice self-forgiveness and move forward:
19. “Your future needs you. Your past doesn’t” -Unknown
When you lack inspiration, lean on healthy habits:
20. “First forget inspiration. Habit is more dependable. Habit will sustain you whether you’re inspired or not… Habit is persistence in practice.” ―Octavia Butler
Treat setbacks and triggers as teachers:
21. “Forgive yourself for not knowing what you didn’t know before you learned it.” -Maya Angelou
Remember that you are in the driver’s seat of your own journey:
22. “If you keep walking in the same direction, you’ll end up where you’re headed” -Lao Tzu
Make choices that honor your truest self:
23. “Healing may not be so much about getting better, as about letting go of everything that isn’t you- all of the expectations, all of the beliefs – and becoming who are you” -Rachel Naomi Remen
Celebrate how far you’ve come:
24. “Every time you thought you couldn’t keep moving forward, you did. Take a moment to appreciate your strength.” – Karen Salmansohn
Be brave:
25. “Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do.” – Brené Brown
About the Author
Monument is an online platform dedicated to helping individuals cut back or quit drinking alcohol through evidence-based treatment and compassionate care. We connect our members to an anonymous community, therapist-moderated support groups, and a comprehensive collection of resources to provide the support and information they deserve. For those seeking medical treatment, Monument introduces members to licensed physicians and specialized therapists who work together to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual's unique goals.
Our services are not only research-based but also affordable and accessible, ensuring that a healthy relationship with alcohol is attainable and celebrated by all. Monument is proud to be contracted with major health care payers such as UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Cigna, making our services in-network and available to a wide range of individuals seeking support.
Monument's clinical operations are overseen by a well-experienced medical team comprising leading experts in the field of addiction medicine. Our medical team is led by Dr. Abe Malkin, MD MBA who's team has an extensive background in treating alcohol use disorder (AUD) and are dedicated to providing the highest quality care.
At Monument, we understand that each individual's journey with alcohol is unique. That's why we offer a holistic approach to treatment that includes.
FDA-Approved Medications: Prescribed by our licensed physicians, these medications help reduce cravings and support sobriety or moderation. We only prescribe effective, non-controlled medications.
Specialized Therapy: Our therapists are experts in addiction treatment and provide personalized counseling to address the underlying causes of unhealthy drinking behaviors.
Support Groups: Led by professional therapists, our support groups offer a safe space for members to share their experiences, gain insights, and build a supportive community.
Resources and Tools: We provide access to a wealth of resources, including articles, webinars, and self-assessment tools to help members stay informed and motivated on their journey.