Self-Talk Scenarios
What is self-talk?
Self-talk is your internal dialogue. It's influenced by your subconscious mind, and it reveals your thoughts, beliefs, questions, and ideas.
What is a red flag?
a red flag can be defined as “something your partner does that indicates a lack of respect, integrity or interest towards the relationship”
What is assertive communication?
It's the ability to speak up for ourselves in a way that is honest and respectful
What services does Safe Haven provide?
Emergency shelter, legal advocacy, safety planning, groups, and community education.
What are coping skills?
Coping skills help you tolerate, minimize and deal with stressful situations in life.
What is harmful self-talk?
Any thought that diminishes your ability to make positive changes in your life or your confidence in yourself to do so.
What are important things to bring with you when escaping an abusive relationship?
Important documents, money, and a phone.
What is passive communication?
avoiding expressing your opinions or feelings
What does PAVSA stand for?
Program for Aid to Victims of Sexual Assault.
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True or False
True
What type of harmful self-talk is being illustrated?
"Here we go again. She is always on my case. Everyone else comes in late once in a while, but when I do it, it’s the end of the world. She is always picking on me."
Victim
What is gaslighting?
manipulate someone by psychological means into questioning their own sanity.
What are signs that somebody is not listening?
Avoiding eye contact, looking bored, falling asleep, yawning.
What do you call 211 for?
Why is setting boundaries an important part of recovery?
It can help rebuild trusting relationships following treatment and it helps prevent relapse.
What type of self-talk is being illustrated,
"I look ridiculous; no one is going to hire me. I have never done anything like this before, and they are going to see right through me."
Critic
What are signs of an unhealthy relationship?
You feel afraid, anxious or sad. You feel afraid to express your thoughts and feelings. There is no trust.
What communication style is this?
"I can't believe you did that, this is all your fault."
Aggressive
What services does SOAR provide?
Mentoring, case management, and employment services and support with issues such as housing and transportation.
What are good alternatives to using drugs?
Releasing natural endorphins and hormones that make your body feel good by exercising, finding new hobbies, painting, gardening, learning a new language, etc.
What type of self-talk is being illustrated,
"I have never tried to get a job before. What if they ask me questions and I can’t answer them? What if I make a complete fool of myself?"
Worrier
What are signs that you are in a healthy relationship?
It is fun and enjoyable, you feel safe, there is respect and honesty and it makes you feel good about who you are.
Is this mean or helpful criticism?
"You are a very nice person, and I hope you never change that. But I think that you let people walk all over you way too much."
Helpful criticism
Where can you find a list of community resources while in the Female Offender Program?
The Duluth Bethel Female Offender Program Resource Book located in the cubby's by the bathroom or by asking Aimee.
What is the national helpline number to find treatment near you?
1-800-662-HELP