Recovery Sayings
"It works....."
"If you work it."
These random samples hold us accountable
Urine analysis (UAs)
How long is a typical inpatient stay?
28 days (30 also works)
H.A.L.T. - What is it and what should you do to correct it?
Hungry - eat something nutritious / balanced
Angry - deep breaths, vent to someone safe, exercise
Lonely - call someone, go to a meeting
Tired - take a nap, sleep hygiene (go to bed / wake up on a schedule)
What can I control?
Myself and my actions / responses
Phrase prompting one to stay in the moment
"Just for today"
What plan will you leave outpatient with.
Relapse prevention plan
What are two benefits of going to inpatient?
Time away from life of substances, constant accountability, new tools gained, exit plan.
Which thought is wrong?
First thought (oftentimes second, third through 25th are also wrong)
What must I do to forgive others?
Forgive myself
K.I.S.S
Keep It Simple Silly (Stupid)
What's the difference between outpatient and sober support meetings?
Outpatient is time - limited. Sober support meetings are forever!
What is long-term inpatient for?
When someone requires more time and tools than regular inpatient provides.
Type of coping skill that encourages the body to release endorphins ('The pain reliever' chemical)
Exercise, cold shower, laughing, eating chocolate
How do I heal my co-dependency?
Boundaries, self-love, therapy
How many days at a time?
One!
How many stages of change are there and what are they?
Five; Precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action and maintenance.
Why would someone be recommended inpatient if they are in outpatient?
They keep using (the modalities of the current outpatient are not sufficient for success)
Type of coping skill that releases dopamine naturally (reward chemical)
sleep, celebrating small goals, setting and achieving small goals, self-care, learning, reading
What are the umbrella categories of the types of triggers for relapse?
People
Places
Things
"We will not regret the past nor......."
Wish to shut the door on it.
Who's the best counselor?
TANYA!
What is partial inpatient?
or
b) all-day treatment center where a person is able to go home in the evenings.
Coping skills that naturally release serotonin (mood stabilizing chemical in the brain)
get some sun, exercise, meditation/mindfulness, go for a walk, positive self-talk
Why are sober support meetings and working the steps vital in early recovery?
Supportive people, safe place, positive habit, positive changes