🏡 Daily Habits
Name one daily habit that supports sobriety.
Making your bed, attending group, meditating, eating 3 meals
What’s one respectful way to say “no” to something triggering?
“That doesn’t support where I’m at right now.”
What is a common unhelpful thought in recovery?
Example:
“I’ll never change,” or “One time won’t hurt.”
What’s one thing you can schedule weekly to support your recovery?
Meeting, group, self-care activity, check-in
You feel bored and think about using. What do you do?
Call someone, leave the house, journal, distract
What’s one habit that can slip easily in early recovery?
Sleep schedule, hygiene, nutrition
What’s the difference between passive and assertive communication?
Passive avoids, assertive expresses needs respectfully.
What’s one way to reframe the thought: “I messed up, so I might as well give up”?
Example:
“A mistake doesn’t erase progress—I can get back on track now.”
How can you prepare for a high-risk situation ahead of time?
Have an exit plan, text a sponsor, bring a sober buddy
A friend invites you somewhere risky. How do you respond?
Set a boundary or decline with confidence
True or False: Routines limit your freedom in recovery.
Routines provide stability and support mental health.
Role-play setting a boundary with someone who pressures you.
Group acts out a healthy boundary.
True or False: Your thoughts are always facts.
thoughts are just thoughts, not always true.
Fill in the blank: “If I fail to plan, I ____.”
Plan to fail.
You get unexpected bad news. How do you avoid spiraling?
Use grounding tools, call support, slow down
Name 3 ways you can protect your energy in a typical day.
Set boundaries, say no, rest, limit toxic interactions
Name 2 signs you’re in a manipulative or unhealthy conversation.
Guilt-tripping, gaslighting, defensiveness, pressure
Describe “all-or-nothing” thinking and give a recovery example.
Believing if I slip once, I’ve failed completely.
What are SMART goals?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
Someone doesn’t believe you’re serious about your recovery. How do you handle that?
Speak your truth, stay focused on your goals
Create a daily self-care schedule using morning, afternoon, and evening.
Open-ended – teams list or role-play their plan.
Create a 2-sentence script for asking someone for support.
Example:
“Hey, I’m going through something hard. Can we talk for a bit?”
Act out a negative thought and then “flip it” into a positive reframe.
Skit-based – fun and reflective.
Create a one-week recovery plan that includes 3 priorities and 1 backup tool.
Open-ended – teams collaborate.
Role-play: You’re overwhelmed at work and tempted to cope with old behaviors. Show how you could handle it.
Skit—demonstrate a healthy breakdown and recovery plan