Body Connection
Name two physical activities that can help manage stress and support recovery?
Exercise , or deep breathing exercise
What technique involves actively noticing unhelpful thoughts and changing them into more useful ones?
Reframing negative thoughts, or cognitive restructuring
What communication technique helps you express emotions constructively without blaming others?
Using " I" statements
What are two unhealthy coping skills?
Substance use, Isolation, disorder eating.
What is one benefit of sharing effective coping strategies with others in the group?
It fosters a sense of community/support, or helps others learn new strategies.
Besides exercise, what physical area is a key pillar of holistic health in recovery?
Nutrition/ Sleep
What practice involves focusing on the present moment and can help reduce stress?
Mindfulness or mediation.
What essential skill involves fully hearing another person without interruption then summarizing what was heard?
Active listening
What might a coping skills toolbox contain?
A collection of strategies like journaling, exercise, or talking to a friend.
What can talking about past challenges and how you overcame them help to improve?
Self-esteem, confidence, or recognizing personal strengths
What part of the body should you focus on when taking a deep breath to calm down?
Your belly/ diaphragm
What feeling might someone experience mentally when neglecting their holistic health areas?
Stress anxiety, or depression
True or False:
In conflict management, it is important to prove that you are right .
False
Why is it important to feel difficult feelings like sadness and anger rather that ignore or numb them?
Ignoring feelings can lead to negative coping , and numbing bad feelings also numbs joy/happy feelings.
What general topic can group members discuss to ensure their daily actions align with their deepest convictions?
Personal values, goals, or boundaries
True or False: Neglecting physical health can directly manifest as mental stress.
True
What is the mental health term for an individual belief in their capacity to display behaviors necessary to produce specific outcomes.
Self -efficacy
What type of communication style involves expressing your needs and boundaries clearly and respectfully?
Assertive communication
What is the difference between problem- focus coping and emotion focused coping?
Problem focus coping targets the cause of stress, while emotion focused coping manages the feelings related to the stressor.
According to the worksheet we worked on during this series, what kind of goal should participants set for each health pillars? What kinds of goals should we set for ourselves?
A concrete, actionable goal.
What common physical manifestation of chronic stress that proper body care aims to fix?
Muscle tension, headaches, fatigue, or high blood pressure
Names a specific self-assessment tool one might use to identify personal areas for mental improvement.
A mood tracker, a stress assessment form or a thought record.
In group therapy, what is the term for the unwritten rules about how group members should or should not behave or communicate?
Group norms
What is a safety plan and the role does it play in recovery?
A personalized, practical plan that lists coping strategies and sources of support to use during a crisis or when experiencing suicidal thoughts
It helps identify triggers and proactive strategies to maintain long-term recovery and well-being.