Steps and Principles
What’s the first word of Step 1?
We
What does HALT stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
Who is Taner, Swartz, Sam, Shaun, Zach, Adams, Chad's sponsor?
Rick, Chad, Himane, Starky
Name one healthy way to deal with anger.
Exercise, talking, journaling, etc.
What does Taner have tattooed on his right arm?
Godsey
What is Taner's favorite step?
Step 11 - because it has to do with meditation
What are the three parts of the disease of addiction?
Physical allergy, mental obsession, and spiritual malady.
Who has been sober the longest at Impact?
Chad
Show the group a breathing technique that you know.
4-7-8, double breath, breathing in pleasant and out unpleasant
How many siblings does Emily have? Brothers or sisters?
1 older sister
What’s one reason you would not make an amends?
If it would cause harm to them or others
What’s the difference between being sober and being recovered?
Sobriety = not using; Recovery = building a new way of life
When was Impact founded?
2020
What’s one way to rebuild trust with family?
Consistently follow through on commitments and be honest. ACTIONS!
How old is Fudge?
He is 4 years old and will be 5 on 12/28
What principle is tied to Step 12?
Service
What does the Serenity Prayer ask for?
Serenity, courage, and wisdom
How many acres is Impact?
64 Acres
What’s one safe coping skill for anxiety in public?
Grounding using the 5 senses (look, touch, listen, smell, taste)
What is Swartz's and Colby's wives' names?
Sellers and Perry
What are the three spiritual principles most commonly tied to Steps 1, 2, and 3?
Step 1 → Honesty
Step 2 → Hope
Step 3 → Faith (or Surrender)
List the 8 unpleasant emotions
Sadness, helplessness, vulnerability, disappointment, shame, anger, embarrassment, and frustration
What was the first guy at Impact coming off?
Crack cocaine
In recovery, what is the healthiest way to handle conflict with another person instead of avoiding it or blowing up?
Use calm communication (like “I” statements), listen actively, take a pause if emotions are high, and seek resolution or understanding rather than trying to win the argument.
Where did Ryan play college basketball?
Belhaven University