Understanding My Substance Use
Understanding your substance use is not about labelling yourself or forcing an immediate decision. It is about becoming curious about what is happening for you. This reflective worksheet gives you space to notice what you use, how often, when it tends to happen, who you are with and what the substance may be doing for you in that moment.
Sometimes substance use can offer short-term relief, confidence, numbness, energy, connection or escape. At the same time, there may be effects on mood, sleep, relationships, money, work or physical wellbeing. Seeing both sides can make your patterns easier to understand.
Use this worksheet slowly and honestly. You do not need to complete every box at once. There are no right answers. The aim is awareness, not shame.
This resource is for personal reflection and is not a substitute for medical, addiction or emergency support.
