AA & NA Basics
What is the first word of Step 1?
We.
SMART Recovery focuses on building what type of skills?
Self-management skills.
LifeRing focuses on empowering what part of the self?
The “sober self.”
What does “recovery capital” mean?
The strengths and resources that support recovery.
Deep breathing and grounding are examples of what kind of skills?
Calming/self-regulation skills.
What does “one day at a time” encourage people to focus on?
Staying present and taking recovery in small steps.
What does the letter “D” stand for in the ABC model?
Disputing beliefs.
LifeRing meetings often encourage sharing what is going well and what is…?
Not going well (check-ins).
Name one example of personal recovery capital.
Motivation, coping skills, health, goals, etc.
What’s one simple coping skill to use when overwhelmed?
Take a walk, drink water, call support, journal, etc.
What is the main purpose of a sponsor in AA/NA?
To guide and support someone through the steps and recovery.
SMART encourages identifying unhelpful thinking patterns. What is one example?
All-or-nothing thinking, catastrophizing, black or white, etc.
LifeRing promotes building your own personal plan of recovery. What is this called?
Personal Recovery Plan (PRP).
Name one example of social recovery capital.
Supportive friends, family, community, peers.
What is one healthy way to manage stress in early recovery?
Exercise, mindfulness, routine, sober activities, etc.
What is the name of the book often referred to as “The Big Book”?
Alcoholics Anonymous.
SMART Recovery uses a tool called the “Change Plan Worksheet.” What is it for?
Planning steps and motivations for making change.
LifeRing does not use sponsors. What does it rely on instead?
Peer support and self-direction.
Stable housing is part of which kind of recovery capital?
What does a “safe person” mean in recovery?
Someone who supports sobriety and doesn’t put you at risk.
What does “HALT” stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired.
What does “urge surfing” help someone do?
Ride out cravings without acting on them.
LifeRing believes each person has both an “addict self” and what?
A stronger, capable “sober self.”
Why is recovery capital important?
More recovery capital = stronger, more stable long-term recovery.
What coping strategy helps you return to the present moment by focusing on five senses?
The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique.