Boundaries
How do you learn what someone's boundaries may be?
Ask them!
What can we say when contacted by old using friends?
"Sorry, I'm in recovery now and need to make it work."
Ignore that person if triggered to use
Ask the person to no longer contact us
What is America's favorite Halloween candy?
Reese’s come out on top according to a 2023 poll with 29 percent of Americans choosing it as their favorite.
In the past, something that has made me want to get high/drunk was?
Open ended answer!
From base to point, what is the order of the colors on a piece of candy corn?
Yellow, orange, and white.
Give an example of an unhealthy boundary
Not taking no for an answer, ignoring stated boundary, being physically too close to someone, etc.
When may a relationship need to be ended?
When the relationship becomes "toxic" or harmful to our recovery or overall wellbeing.
When you sell a house in Minnesota, do you have to disclose if it is haunted?
Yes! Minnesota is one of only four states where you must disclose this by law. The others being New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts
One thing I can do to avoid relapse, when I become triggered to get high/drunk?
Open ended answer!
What is the name of a group of witches?
A Coven!
Give an example of a healthy boundary
What steps could you take to repair a relationship that you would like to continue?
Offer amends, explain feelings, set new boundaries, ask if the other person is willing to continue the relationship, etc.
What is the only mammal that can fly?
Bats!
Who should always remain at the center or foundation of our recovery journey?
Ourselves!
What name is a male witch referred to as?
A Warlock!
If you find that you have crossed someone else's boundary, how should you proceed?
Apologize, attempt to make amends, attempt learn and do better in the future, etc.
Give an example of how can you form new relationships in recovery?
Attend Support groups, spiritual meetings, hobby nights at a game store, sober community events, online forums, etc.
How many colors of M&Ms are there in a normal bag?
Six. The colors in a regular bag of M&Ms are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and brown.
Telling myself that I am strong, worthy, resilient, and capable is an example of me practicing what skill?
Positive affirmations!
What is the title of this classic spooky book, featuring the character of The Headless Horseman?
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow!
If someone makes you feel guilty for standing up for yourself, what is a healthy way to react to that situation?
Distance yourself from that person, let them know how what they are doing is making you feel, educate them about why you need to stand your ground, etc.
If someone in your life always gives you what you ask for when you're actively using they may be doing this to you.
Enabling
Which famous magician actually died on Halloween?
Harry Houdini
What do we call someone who will tell me the truth, while also avoiding judgements about me, and genuinely wants the best for me?
Positive support, true friend, trusted support, etc.
What popular Halloween monster is also referred to as a Lycanthrope
Werewolf!