Solutions
A simple way to help yourself remember something:
Set an alarm
Write it down
What is commitment?
What is a promise or decision to keep working toward something, even when it’s hard?
What can I bring into the group room?
Water.
What is confidentiality?
.........
Name one barrier to staying committed to recovery.
What is fear, cravings, shame, trauma, etc.?
What is one skill that you use to help with your time management?
.......
True or False: Commitment means you’ll never mess up.
False
What should I do if I miss a UA?
Call and let promise and other supports (DCFS, PO) know asap.
How many classes can I miss before I have to make them up?
2
True or False: Feeling discouraged means you're weak.
False
A thinking error that keeps you from doing things on time. You wait until the last minute to do things.
Procrastination
Name one way trauma can affect our ability to commit.
What is fear, trust issues, self-doubt, etc.?
What happens if you miss a CM or therapy appointment?
You could be charged a $40 no show fee. Same with Dr. Bush appointments.
How do I catch a ride on the van?
Call the night before EVERY NIGHT that I need a ride. Must call before 7:30 am.
What can you do if you feel like breaking a commitment?
What is reach out, review goals, use coping skills?
A _______ plan helps you plan for unsafe situations that you might encounter.
Safety
Fill in the blank: “Commitment is the ____ that binds us to our goals.”
Glue
What are the group rules?
No cross talking, no eating.....
What do I do if I am going to miss treatment?
Fill out a pass (yellow paper) and turn it in at least 1-2 days BEFORE I am going to be gone. Just because you turn in a pass does not automatically mean it will be approved.
Name one internal (emotional) barrier to commitment.
What is guilt, fear, lack of hope, etc.?
Name three ways you could show that you are being responsible in treatment:
Finishing your homework
coming to treatment
Not missing UA's
Attending your appointments
What’s one small commitment you can make today for your recovery?
......
What is the proper way to be excused from treatment when you are sick:
You must call in and talk to someone before group starts. If you are out for 2 days you need a doctor's note.
What are the UA hours on the weekdays and weekends? Whose responsibility is it to check the UA colors? What are the different ways they can be checked?
Sat, Sun and Holidays 9-12
It is MY responsibility to check every day
I can call or scan the QR code.
What’s one thing that might sabotage someone’s recovery commitment?
What is toxic relationships, untreated trauma, etc.?