Meditation/Mindfulness
This ancient practice combines physical postures, stretches, breathing techniques, and meditation to promote relaxation, flexibility, and emotional balance.
Yoga
What coping skill involves writing down your thoughts and feelings to process emotions?
Journaling
Name 3 of the spiritual principles that align with the 12 steps.
Honesty, Acceptance Hope, Surrender, Faith, Courage, Integrity, Willingness, Humility, Love, Discipline, Perseverance, Awareness, Service
Which legendary astronaut and second man to walk on the moon has openly discussed his recovery from alcoholism?
Buzz Aldrin
What is the name of the brain chemical often depleted during addiction, which affects mood and motivation?
Dopamine
What breathing technique involves counting for 4 seconds as you inhale, holding for 4, breathing out for 4 and holding for 4 more seconds before repeating.
What is a grounding technique that uses your five senses to bring you back to the present moment?
The 5-4-3-2-1 technique (5 things you see, 4 you feel, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, 1 you taste)
What principle is reflected in Step 12 when carrying the message to others in recovery?
Service
Which actor, known for his tough-guy roles and tattoos, spent time in prison before turning his life around and becoming a recovery advocate?
Danny Trejo
What term describes inaccurate or exaggerated thought patterns like “all-or-nothing thinking” or “catastrophizing,” which can negatively impact emotional well-being?
Cognitive Distortions
Which meditation involves visualizing peaceful scenes or healing energy?
Guided Visualization or Guided Imagery
What does the S.T.O.P Stand for?
Stop, Take a step back / think, observe, plan or proceed mindfully
What recovery movement blends Native American traditions with the 12 Steps to promote healing and cultural identity?
Wellbriety
Which actress and author calls her recovery from opioid addiction the greatest accomplishment of her life? She has played roles in Halloween, Freaky Friday, and True Lies
Jamie Lee Curtis
What was the make and model of Corey's first car?
Buick Regal
This technique involves mentally scanning your body for areas of tension and consciously relaxing them. It promotes body awareness and helps relieve stress.
Body Scan Meditation or Progressive Muscle Relaxation
This coping skill involves repeating encouraging and empowering statements to yourself to challenge negative thoughts and boost self-esteem.
Affirmations or Positive Self-Talk
Which program is rooted in Buddhist principles and emphasizes mindfulness and meditation in recovery?
Refuge Recovery / Dharma Recovery
Which Marvel actor overcame addiction to heroin and cocaine and credits recovery with saving his career and life?
Robert Downey Jr.
This mindfulness principle encourages coming to terms fully and quickly with how things as they are, without trying to change them.
Radical Acceptance
Believed to be created by a monk between 700-1500 years ago This ancient practice combines slow flowing movements, energy, breath, and meditation to promote balance and inner peace.
Tai Chi
This coping skill uses rhythm and melody to regulate emotions and improve mood
Music Therapy
In what year was Alcoholics Anonymous founded
1935
Which Las Vegas Raiders defensive end entered rehab in 2020 and has since become a vocal advocate for sobriety, even earning multiple NFL Pro Bowl selections?
Maxx Crosby
_____________ allows the brain to rewire and heal from addiction. Even after years of substance use, recovery can lead to new neural pathways and improved cognitive function.
Neuroplasticity