Chapter 6 Toxic Coping:

Tips: 

Prepare a list of alternative activities you can engage in when you feel the urge to resort to a toxic coping mechanism. This way you will have practical and positive strategies to help navigate those moments.

• For example, if you feel yourself wanting a drink to reduce your stress, call up a friend or go for a long walk.

Resource: 

Common Coping Responses for Stress:
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=ta5463