Mindfulness
Mindfulness means paying attention to this.
The present moment
Forgiveness is most powerful when it starts with this person.
Who is yourself?
Being willing to try new approaches shows this trait.
What is open-mindedness?
Being authentic means acting in line with this.
Self-love starts with speaking to yourself this way.
What is kindly or with compassion?
This type of breathing can help you ground yourself.
Deep or diaphragmatic breathing
Holding onto resentment can lead to this kind of emotional harm.
What is bitterness or stress?
When you shut down new ideas or suggestions, you might be doing this.
What is being closed-minded or resisting change?
Social media can pressure people to act this way, the opposite of authenticity
What is fake or inauthentic?
Setting this kind of boundary is a sign of self-respect.
What is a healthy boundary?
A short walk, taken with full awareness, is called this.
Mindfulness walk or a walking meditation.
Saying "I'm sorry" is the first step to this.
What is making amends?
Listening without interrupting helps build this between people.
What is mutual respect or connection?
Authentic people are not afraid to set these, even if others disagree.
What are boundaries?
Engaging in a hobby you enjoy is a form of this.
What is self-care or self-love?
When your mind drifts, mindfulness teaches you to do this.
What is bring it back or notice without judgment?
True forgiveness does not mean forgetting, but doing this.
What is letting go?
"I've never tried it, but I am willing to learn" is an example of what kind of mindset?
What is a growth mindset?
Sharing your story honestly in a group setting is an example of this.
This physical practice (like yoga or walking) can help with body-based self-love.
What is movement or exercise?
This practice, done silently or guided, is key to strengthening mindfulness.
What is meditation?
This kind of letter (even if not sent) can help process forgiveness.
What is a forgiveness letter or unsent letter?
Open-mindedness helps you challenge this kind of thinking that can lead to relapse.
What is all-or-nothing thinking or black-and-white thinking?
Pretending to be someone you're not can delay this key part of recovery?
What is healing or self-awareness?
Self-love does not mean being selfish; it means doing this for yourself.
What is taking care of your needs or showing self-worth?