Maintenance

We all have bad days, and there will be urges and triggers that make you want to return to old habits. Learning to "ride the wave" of these urges—like a surfer riding the ocean waves—can help you resist them. Try this quick urge surfing activity when temptations arise.

What's on around the Territory?

While maintaining your new behaviours, staying engaged in other activities is key. Explore events and activities happening in your community to keep yourself connected and occupied.

Activities below

The goal of this stage is to maintain your new behaviour while avoiding temptation, coping with stress or triggers but also remembering to reward yourself.

Protective factors

• Staying away from people and locations that encouraged the old behaviour.
• Distract yourself with things to do eg puzzles, gardening, TV, speaking to family or friends.
• Reward yourself in a way which aligns with your new goals.