Relapse Prevention
This is a return to old patterns of substance use
What is a relapse?
This is a response to anxiety where you challenge the worry that you have (ex. instead of saying "what if I fail," saying "what if I succeed")
What is reframing?
Doing things for yourself that feel restorative in some way
What is self-care?
These are situations in which you might be more likely to return to using/drinking
What are high risk situations for relapse?
This is a practice that helps you focus on the present moment (and it often includes meditation!)
What is mindfulness?
An important part of wellness is paying attention to the way that you eat and get moving... more commonly known as [blank] and [blank]
What is diet and exercise?
Reaching out to anyone who is a part of your [blank] can be helpful when you are experiencing a trigger or craving
What is a support system?
These kinds of habits or routines are usually done without us putting much thought into them (ex. making coffee every morning, driving the same way to get home)
Autopilot habits
Using communication skills, such as using [blank] statements that avoid blaming the other person, can be helpful in communicating your needs
What are I statements?