Happy Holiday Recovery Resources
A message of connection from InTheRooms to our whole community
The holidays can be a beautiful time of year, full of lights, traditions, and moments of joy. But they can also be complicated. Not everyone has family nearby. Not everyone has friends available. And not everyone feels surrounded by the kind of support that holiday movies promise.
If this season feels a little quieter, a little lonelier, or a little heavier than you expected, you’re not alone. Recovery doesn’t pause for the holidays, and neither does the need for connection. The good news is that support is available in many ways, and many of those are right at your fingertips.
Below are a few ways to stay connected, grounded, and supported through the holiday season.
Online Meetings (24/7 Availability)
InTheRooms.com offers meetings around the clock, across many fellowships and recovery paths. Whether you’re looking for a familiar group or trying something new, there’s always a room with a virtual chair waiting for you.
- Daily meetings in multiple time zones
- Specialty meetings for different pathways and identities
- Camera‑on or camera‑off, whatever feels comfortable
- A safe place to share, listen, or simply be present
Afterall, sometimes just hearing another person’s voice can shift the whole day.
Holiday-Themed Meetings & Gatherings
Many groups host special holiday meetings designed specifically for:
- Navigating loneliness
- Managing stress
- Staying grounded in recovery
- Finding connection when routines change
These gatherings can be a lifeline when the world feels busy and you feel still.
Holiday Mental Health & Well‑Being Toolkits
These aren’t “treatment”, but they’re grounding, supportive guides for anyone feeling the holiday pressure.
- SAMHSA Holiday Support Toolkit Offers emotional‑wellbeing tips, crisis‑support reminders, and shareable graphics for people navigating holiday stress.
- Mental Health America – Hope for the Holidays A gentle, accessible set of tools for managing loneliness, grief, stress, and expectations during the season.
- Mental Health First Aid – Holiday Wellbeing Toolkit Practical tips for staying grounded, recognizing stress, and protecting your mental wellbeing during the holidays.
- The Steve Fund – Holiday Mental Health Toolkit Focused on emotional wellbeing, grounding practices, and coping without substances during the holidays.
Online Courses & Workshops
If you’re craving structure or inspiration, online recovery courses can help you stay engaged and supported throughout the season. These might include:
- Mindfulness and meditation workshops
- Relapse‑prevention refreshers
- Gratitude and journaling challenges
- Step‑study or spiritual‑practice groups
Free or Low‑Cost Online Recovery Courses
- Class Central – Addiction Recovery Courses Offers dozens of free online courses on recovery skills, relapse prevention, community building, and wellness. Great for people who want something self‑paced and educational.
- CCAR Recovery Coach Trainings Online peer‑support and recovery‑coach education, widely respected and flexible. Useful for people who want to deepen their recovery or help others.
Community Forums & Messaging
Sometimes you don’t need a meeting, you just need a place to talk. Forums and messaging spaces offer:
- Peer support
- Shared experience
- Encouragement
- A reminder that you’re part of something bigger
Posting a simple “Hey, I’m here today” can open the door to connection.
Personal Practices That Help During the Holidays
If you’re spending the season on your own, consider small rituals that support your recovery:
- A morning check‑in with yourself
- A gratitude list
- A walk outside
- A favorite playlist
- A call or message to someone in recovery
- A quiet moment to breathe and reset
These aren’t substitutes for connections, they’re anchors.
Reach Out! Someone Will Answer
If you’re feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure how to get through the day, reaching out is an act of courage. Whether it’s a friend in recovery, a sponsor, a newcomer, or someone you’ve never met before, connection is always possible.
You don’t have to navigate the holidays alone.
From All of Us at InTheRooms: Happy Holidays
Wherever you are, whatever your circumstances, and however you’re feeling this season, we’re glad you’re here. You are part of this community. You matter. And there is always a place for you In The Rooms.
Wishing you peace, connection, and moments of genuine joy this holiday season
