Yesterday was my 1 month sobriety day. I am currently in a PHP program and im getting discharged on the 1st of April. Im stepping down to an IOP program and will be going to AA again and hopefully get a sponsor to work yhe steps as soon as possible. I have plenty of short term disability time but does anyone have extra advice or tips for leaving an inpatient program?
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Congrats on 1 month! It sounds like what I went through exactly when I left rehab, went to PHP and then stepped down to IOP. I would say, just trust the process, follow what they advise, find a sponsor ASAP and show yourself some grace and patience. It will be ok(I am 3 plus years sober since then). Wish you the best, you got this! 
Let’s go, congratulations on a month of sobriety!
I honestly suggest setting yourself up with projects. I started puzzling, who would have thought! It’s a great distraction, and relaxing (for me). I’m high energy so the thought of puzzling was not in my mind. I also took up walking, even when I didn’t want to. Ugh! I adopted a dog that needed love and reassurance as I did. She gets me up and out, I give her what I hope for myself. Love, responsibility and kindness. If you are able to go to more meetings than requested. You would be surprised by the things you incorporate in your routine that you never knew you were capable of.
I didn't do Out Patient, I did do an IOP in Des Plaines, Illinois. I was also on short term disability which helped me focus on setting up a solid foundation. Something things I did while in IOP
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Got sponsor, someone to work the steps with me me. I thought I could work the steps solo and work with a clergy person. I soon realized when I use the word "think" i get im trouble. The power of suggestion is very strong
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I hit meeting that was close to the IOP location, another in the evening. It kept me busy and in a safe space
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I joined a home group, a men's traveling one. I went to these meetings with my sponsor. We checked in and did some book work. This way I am visible and accountable
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Became of service. When I work with others, I think less of myself. I asked what can I do? Maybe sweep floors, arrange chairs, make coffee, become a door greeter. I'm going to start to be selfless, when I was drinking I was selfish, except to the bartender
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Pray at least twice a day. Upon awakening to keep me sober, at night thanking for a sober day. When I feel like I'm in a jam, I pray for help
That was a start for me.
When I left inpatient I hit a mtg that day. I asked for a phone list when I introduced myself (sometimes they forget to offer). Advocate for yourself!! You will only get back what you put in. Chase this thing like you chased your disease
Keep up the good work.