Levels of the Wall
Name the first level and give three necessary activities related to that level
Physical well-being
Sleep, Exercise, Nutrition, personal hygiene, take care of medical and dental problems.
Triggers lead to ___________ _____________ __________.
Automatic Drug Thoughts
What is the first step and what does it mean?
Identify the problem- Be specific about the facts of a problem and break it down to something basic.
What are 3 components of the Long-Term Recovery plan?
Progress, Goals, Supports, Relapse prevention, Safety, etc.
D stands for....
Describe- Describe the facts about the situation
What is the second level and three ways to manage it?
Emotional Well-Being
Take medicines, stay in therapy, go to meetings, talk about feelings and problems without letting them control your life.
Drug thoughts lead to __________ or ____________
Cravings or Obsessions
Step 2 is....
Own the problem. Owning the problem means trying to understand how the problem started, which of your behaviors may have contributed to it, and how it can be avoided in the future. It also means being willing to change.
Why do we ask you to complete a long term recovery plan?
To know what to do when you are no longer in treatment.
E stands for...
Express- using feelings words and I statements, express how the situation made you feel.
Level 3 and what to do...
Relational Stability
Distance yourself from unhealthy relationships
Work to build or rebuild healthy ones
Learn to communicate and trust
Etc.
When should you try to put brakes on the train?
As soon as possible.
Step 3
Identify potential solutions- In particular, list solutions that have not been tried before. Consider whether it’s time for a new approach. Talk to others and see how they have solved similar problems.
Double Jeopardy
What was the first Little Debbie Snack?
Oatmeal Creme pies, Swiss Cake rolls, Nutty Buddy
A stands for
Assert- Ask for what you want or need from the other person.
Level 4 consists of what?
Spiritual Growth
Fill the pool- Fill your cup
Spend time in service
It is important to have something meaningful in your life that is bigger than yourself—that expands your mind and strengthens your values and beliefs and faith in life.
What are 4 of the 5 steps to defusing triggers?
Identify trigger
Avoid
Interrupt
Talk about them
Thought Stopping
What generally happens to problems that we ignore?
They get bigger or worse.
When should you do your plan?
As soon as you have the brain capacity and time to do so.
R stands for...
Reinforce- tell the person what they can expect if they give you what you ask for.
Level 5 is... and what does it mean?
Knowing your weaknesses
Know your BIG triggers and having a plan to deal with them.
What are two different Visualization techniques we have learned to stop the process of relapse?
The chalkboard and writing down goals
The Television and remote in your hand
When is the best time to deal with a problem?
Immediately or as soon as possible.
How do you turn it in to Melissa?
Email, Text a picture, etc.
What type of communication are we talking about here?
Assertive communication