Christmas Movies
In this holiday comedy, a boy is accidentally left behind while his family flies to Paris.
What is "Home Alone"
Acting quickly without considering consequences—often in areas like spending, relationships, or substance use—is known as this feature.
What is impulsivity?
The most common cause of death in famous musicians.
What is overdose?
This AA slogan encourages members to avoid overthinking the future and to concentrate on the present moment.
What is “One day at a time”?
Writing down your thoughts, worries, or feelings down is a common way to manage emotions called this.
What is journaling?
Will Ferrell stars as a human raised by elves who travels to New York City to find his real father.
What is "Elf"
A decreased need for sleep, inflated self-esteem, and impulsive behavior are hallmark symptoms of this phase of bipolar disorder.
What is mania?
Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse were all part of this club.
What is the 27 Club?
This common AA phrase encourages members to avoid rushing recovery and to proceed gently.
What is “Easy does it”?
This technique involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment, often used to calm racing thoughts.
What is mindfulness?
This animated holiday film tells the story of a miser who is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.
What is "A Christmas Carol"
This symptom involves a persistent loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed.
What is anhedonia?
These two rappers died a year a part from each other and their cases are still officially unsolved.
Who is Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G.?
This principle reminds members to be honest about their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in recovery.
What is “Progress, not perfection”?
Repeating positive statements to yourself, like “I can handle this,” is an example of this coping skill.
What is positive self-talk?
This 1988 action film set during a Christmas party famously sparked debate over whether it’s truly a holiday movie.
What is "Die Hard"
Repeatedly checking locks, appliances, or switches due to fear of catastrophe is an example of this OCD behavior.
What is checking compulsions?
This lead guitarist died in a tragic plane crash at age 25.
Who is Randy Rhoads?
Members are encouraged to maintain humility and avoid arrogance in their recovery journey through this saying.
What is “Keep it simple”?
Talking with a trusted friend, family member, or counselor when upset is an example of this coping skill.
What is seeking social support?
This 1946 classic follows George Bailey as he discovers how much his life matters with a little help from an angel.
What is "It's a Wonderful Life"
This pattern involves prioritizing another person’s needs over one’s own to an unhealthy degree.
What is self-sacrificing behavior?
Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper died in a 1959 plane crash which later was nicknamed this.
What is "The Day the Music Died"?
Members are encouraged to remember this saying when facing cravings, emphasizing temporary feelings.
What is “This too shall pass”?
This coping skill involves noticing your thoughts and emotions, understanding them, and choosing a healthy action instead of reacting impulsively.
What is emotional regulation or self-control?