SMART Goals
How do you make your goal specific?
Identifying specific people, treatment plans, time and settings. Ex: I want to remain in my recovery by attending spirit life next week.
What are some triggers may bring on these urges?
Friends, stressful events, work, certain environments, certain people, family, etc.
Thinking SMART, how can nutrition be a coping skill?
Substitution, smaller portions, drinking water and healthy foods will help you feel better, etc.
I've been sober for three months, attending meetings each day and have been meeting with my social worker weekly, where am I?
How many letters are in the greek alphabet?
24
How do you make a goal measurable?
Put a time frame, a count, or a yes/no to your goal.
Ex: I will attend AA/NA groups 3 times a month. I will attend all groups today.
What do urges feel like?
Urges can feel different for everyone, thanks for sharing :)
Thinking SMART, how can exercise be a coping skill?
Exercising produces endorphins in the body which can help reduce stress.
I have decided my life needs to change, and am considering my next steps of seeking help, where am I?
Preparation
What is considered the national dance of Spain?
Bolero
How do you make a goal attainable?
By making sure that your goal can be completed within your means emotionally and financially.
What is one unrealistic belief you have about your urges?
They will never go away.
Thinking SMART, how can sleep be a coping skill?
Better routine, clearer mind, more energy to do things, time away from stressor.
I am thinking about wanting a change, but im not sure that im ready yet, where am I?
What US state state's dish is Chili?
Kansas
How do I make my goal realistic?
Make sure this is something that is not so high of an expectation that is unable to be met. (You can't build Rome in a day).
How can you prevent an urge?
Identify and avoid your triggers
Thinking SMART, how is visualization a coping skill?
Lets you map out your goals, see the next step, help in the changing process.
I am taking the leap, I am actively seeking help and trying new things, where am I?
Action
What is the national animal of Scotland?
Unicorn
How do you make goals Time oriented?
Set a time goal within your means!
I want to stay clean for the next 30 days while engaging in my treatment and groups.
What is something that you can do to distract yourself from urges?
Journal, exercise, sleep, watch a movie, etc.
Thinking SMART, how is journaling a coping skill?
Allows you to release any built up feelings and emotions, start to set goals, keep track of progress, etc.
If I am not ready to work on my goals yet, and I deny the problem at hand, where am I?
Pre-contemplation
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3