Recovery
What are some of the ways you cope with triggers?
OPEN: talk to someone, go to a meeting etc.
True or False: Mindfulness is a religion.
FALSE! Mindfulness is a practice that can be done by anyone
Healthy relationships are important in recovery because...
Isolation can be a trigger for relapse and having healthy relationships can support recovery
Define "Boundaries".
Guidelines, rules or clearly defined limits that a person sets for themselves
This RnB artist reported that the tragic death of Whitney Houston was a wake up call for her to get sober from drugs and alcohol. She performed at the Superbowl Halftime show in 2022. You could say it was a "Family affair".
Mary J Blige.
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry
Angry
Lonely
Tired
How can you incorporate mindfulness in your recovery?
OPEN: Intentional meditation, slowing down your daily life, being aware of the present moment and recognizing your feelings, deep breathing exercises
Who is the FIRST person you need to work on a relationship with in recovery?
YOURSELF <3
Someone who has a hard time saying "no" to others, has what kind of boundaries?
Loose Boundaries
This actor shared that his struggle with alcohol commenced shortly after his role in 1996 film "Trainspotting". He has been sober since 2001.
Ewan McGregor
What are the 3 stages of relapse?
Emotional, Mental & Physical
True or False: Mindfulness is about having an empty mind.
FALSE: mindfulness does not involve emptying the mind, but the awareness of what is going on in the present moment.
What are some traits of a healthy relationship?
Supports your recovery, respects boundaries, trustworthy, involves communication
True or false: boundaries are universal and implied in relationships.
FALSE! Everyone has unique boundaries and boundaries need to be clearly communicated
This "Rocketman" has been sober for 34 years.
Elton John
True or False: Recovery means to stop using substances.
FALSE! Recovery is about more than stopping use, it also involves changing behaviour patterns, looking at emotions and feelings, working on relationships etc.
Mindfulness is beneficial in recovery because...
It is shown to help with anxiety, stress, depression etc, all of which can lead to relapse. It can also help you identify your feelings and emotions.
When is the right time to get into a romantic relationship in recovery?
OPEN: this will be unique to the individual based on several factors in your recovery
What is a characteristic of someone with rigid boundaries?
Difficulty forming close relationships, unlikely to ask for help, keeps others at a distance, does not share information about themselves
This "Pulp Fiction" actor recently made a cameo at the Superbowl halftime show. He has been sober since 1991.
Samuel L. Jackson
What is said to be "The opposite of addiction"?
Connection
What attitudes/mindsets are helpful to adopt in practicing mindfulness?
Patience, trust, beginner's mind, compassion, acceptance, letting go etc.
Someone who encourages use, disrespects boundaries and leaves you feeling bad about yourself may be part of...
An unhealthy relationship
What are characteristics of healthy boundaries?
Doesn't compromise values for others, knows when to say "no", communicates personal wants and needs, shares information about self when appropriate
This "Halloween" and "Freaky Friday" actress struggled with addiction to painkillers after a cosmetic surgery.
Jamie Lee Curtis