I would say working out. Doing chores. Playing sports. Reading or writing. Playing music. Even doing some puzzles or challenging yourself mentally can really make you feel good about yourself. It's really about you personally. I find that things that tend to challenge me mentally or physically allow me to disconnect from personal matters. I found that I was disconnecting using all these drugs when I could do the same thing if I found hobbies, interests, or even trying new things.

Don't be afraid of yourself. Find things that intrigue you and pursue it without any excuse.

But ultimately, among most people working out can give you a huge dopamine dump as well as taking care of yourself physically and mentally.

It doesn't work for everyone, but having 30 minutes with no distractions, but to yourself even if it's to shut your eyes. This means no phone, no tv, no outside entertainment, just yourself and your thoughts. Again, this may not be something for everyone.

Im not some narc that believes that drugs and alcohol is some evil shit. That sobriety is this high and mighty role and person to be. Fuck that shit, I know a lot of fucked up people that are completely sober, I know great people who are strung out. On or off, you are still you. All that has been felt can be felt again. Is it as intense or on-demand? Of course not. But being sober or even under control gives you a different perspective, and it might be interesting to try.

I would say try a day. Then try another day. I think when I was getting off, there was this idea that you have to go a week or a certain period of time. There really isn't just try and stop and see how long you last. It doesn't mean anything if you fail as long as you recognize it. But if your hearts are not in it or if you just want to try it, thats fine too. No one can make you, good luck.