SAFETY
What is one example of a personal safety boundary?
Avoiding triggering environments.
Name one emotion that is commonly avoided through substance use.
Shame.
Name one thing people often lose due to addiction.
Relationships.
Making choices today that support long-term goals.
What does "one day at a time" mean in recovery?
Focusing on staying sober today.
Name one warning sign that your safety may be at risk in recovery.
Isolation.
What does it mean to "sit with" an emotion?
Allowing the feeling without escaping or numbing it.
What is grief?
The emotional response to loss (not just death).
Name one short-term recovery goal.
Stay sober today.
Name one daily habit that supports recovery.
Meetings.
What is a coping skill you can use when you feel unsafe emotionally?
Grounding exercises.
What is the difference between reacting to an emotion and responding to it?
Reacting is impulsive; responding is intentional and mindful.
Why can recovery bring up unresolved grief?
Substances once numbed the pain; sobriety brings awareness.
What is one fear people have about the future in recovery?
Failure.
What is the difference between a lapse and a relapse?
A lapse is a brief slip; a relapse is a return to sustained use.
Why is emotional safety just as important as physical safety in recovery?
Emotional distress can trigger relapse or unhealthy coping behaviors.
How can emotions act as warning signs rather than problems?
They signal unmet needs or boundaries being crossed.
What is one healthy way to process loss in recovery?
Therapy.
It provides motivation and meaning.
Why is accountability important in recovery?
It increases honesty, responsibility, and follow-through.
Describe a safety plan when you feel close to relapse.
Support contacts, coping skills, safe places.
Name one healthy way to release intense emotions.
Journaling.
True or false: you must "get over" loss to move forward.
False - healing means learning to carry it differently.
Describe the person you want to become.
Personal reflection (no wrong answers).
What is one warning sign that your recovery plan needs adjustment?
Complacency.