A-Z Coping Skill
Name one coping skill that starts with letter "Q"
Q...
True or false: emotions have physical sensations?
True
What are boundaries?
A limit or rule a person sets for themselves to protect their well-being, values, and recovery.
What are personal values?
Core beliefs and principles that guide a person’s choices and behavior.
What does NA stand for?
Name a two coping skills that start with the letter "Y"
Y...
What are the three points of the CBT triangle?
Thoughts, Feelings, Behaviors
Why are boundaries important in substance use recovery?
They help prevent relapse by reducing exposure to triggers, unhealthy relationships, and high-risk situations.
Why are values important in recovery?
Why are values important in recovery?
What is the legal blood alcohol level?
.08
Name three coping skills that start with the letter "J"
J...
What is future tripping?
Worrying too much about consequences, struggles, or events in the future that you have little or no control over.
What is the difference between a physical boundary and an emotional boundary?
Physical boundaries relate to personal space and physical safety, while emotional boundaries involve protecting one’s feelings, thoughts, and energy.
How can substance use interfere with a person’s values?
It can lead to choices and behaviors that conflict with what they believe is important, like damaging relationships or neglecting responsibilities.
What music artist sang, "They tried to make me go to rehab but I said no, no, no!"
Amy Winehouse
Name four coping skills that start with the letter "S"
S...
How does active use impact your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors?
We lose touch with our emotions, struggle to think clearly, and act in ways that are not in our best interest.
What are porous boundaries?
They are weak or unclear limits that allow others to overstep, making it harder to protect your needs and recovery.
What is one way a person in recovery can reconnect with their values?
By reflecting on what matters most (e.g., family, health, honesty) and making intentional choices that align with those priorities.
What famous pot head has been named the official Honorary Coach of the US Olympic Team?
Snoop Dogg
Name five coping skills that start with the letter "B"
B...
What is it called when you act or behave differently than your personal beliefs or priorities?
Cognitive dissonance
(Sometimes called mental gymnastics)
What communication style is most effective for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries in recovery, and why?
Assertive communication — because it allows a person to clearly express needs and limits while respecting both themselves and others.
How are values different from goals?
Values are ongoing directions for living (e.g., being a caring parent), while goals are specific, achievable steps that reflect those values.
True or False: Elvis Presley wanted to be a Federal Agent-at-Large in the Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs.
True: On December 21, 1970, Elvis met with President Richard Nixon in the Oval Office to formally request this title, hoping to help fight drug abuse and obtain a federal agent's badge to add to his collection.