Holiday MISC.
Who is the actor that plays Buddy the Elf in "Elf"?
Will Ferrell
List three activities that you use for self care.
EX: journaling, yoga, walking, working out
A stimulus (like a sight, sound, smell, or feeling) that causes a strong, often unexpected, emotional or physical reaction, especially for someone with past trauma or mental health challenges, bringing on symptoms or memories as if the original event were happening again.
A trigger
It means you’ve used a substance you want or need to avoid. It can be a one-time slip-up or resuming regular use of drugs or alcohol.
Relapse
Is the state of abstaining from alcohol or drugs, often a crucial first step in recovery from substance use
Sobriety
Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
Elf on the Shelf
Intentionally taking actions to support your own physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health, involving healthy habits, stress management, and self-awareness to promote overall well-being and effectively cope with life's demands.
Self care
Starting or leaving a job, changes in your family, passing an old dealers home or seeing someone you used to use with. What type of triggers are these?
External Triggers (think environment)
True/False: Relapse only refers to individuals who struggle with substance abuse issues.
False
True/False: You have to hit "rock bottom" before seeking help
False
Tim Allen is the actor in what holiday classic movies?
Santa Clause's
In the cycle of anxiety and stress, what two terms were we focusing heavily on, that can have a negative impact on you and your recovery?
Avoidance and Resistance
When you "ride the wave" in recovery, what are you do?
Fighting urges and cravings to use
List three things that should be on a Relapse Prevention Plan.
EX: triggers, coping skills, sober support, identification of risky situations
What are the three communication styles?
Assertive, passive and aggressive
What is Buddy the Elf's breakfast in the movie "Elf"
Spaghetti with candy and syrup
What are the four stress responses?
Fight, flight, freeze and fawn
Stress, anger, fear, guilt or any other strong emotion may make you think about using substances. What type of triggers are these?
Internal Triggers (think within yourself)
This is a written document that outlines steps to take or people to call in the event of feeling triggered to use. What is it called?
Relapse Prevention Plan
What stage of change does Aftercare focus on?
Maintenance
What cartoon character’s name is used to indicate a small, thin, or just plain undesirable Christmas tree?
Charlie Brown
Tiny, easy-to-perform actions that build over time, leading to significant long-term change by reducing the friction of starting and fostering consistency
Micro-habits
True/False: Our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are impacted when triggered to use.
True
Refers to the initial period of use and may/may not progress to a full-blown relapse.
Lapse
What are the five stages of change?
Precontemplation (no intention to change), Contemplation (aware of problem, considering change), Preparation (planning to act), Action (making the change), Maintenance (sustaining the change).