Why the Holidays Can Be Tough in Recovery  We often love to think of the holiday season as a time of joy and celebration. But for a lot of us, the holidays can be difficult and even triggering. This is especially true for those of us who are in recovery from substance use disorder. Balancing the myriad of emotions we experience around the holidays and maintaining recovery is possible, especially when we have the tools to succeed.   Recognizing Holiday Triggers and Stressors B