Be Impeccable with your Word
This is the effect of using words to spread negativity or gossip.
What is harm or destruction?
Taking someone else’s actions or words too personally, often leading to....
Emotional upset or conflict?
This is what you should seek instead of assuming what someone means or thinks.
What is clarity or asking questions?
This is the key to maintaining consistent effort, regardless of how much you may struggle.
What is self-compassion?
$100: You overhear a colleague criticizing your work during a meeting, and you feel hurt. What principle of the Four Agreements can you use to help you stay calm and not take it personally?
What is “Don’t Take Anything Personally”?
This principle encourages you to speak with this quality, especially when addressing others.
What is integrity?
What does the word detached mean?
This is a key concept of not internalizing others’ behaviors as reflections of your worth.
This is the result when you don’t confirm the facts and create false conclusions in your mind.
What is misunderstanding?
It’s important to remember that your best will vary, depending on your circumstances. This is what you shouldn’t do when you fall short.
What is self-criticism?
$200: A friend invites you to a party but cancels at the last minute. Instead of assuming they no longer want to be friends, what should you do?
What is “Don’t Make Assumptions”? (You could reach out and ask them directly for clarification.)
The idea of using words to uplift and support, especially in recovery.
What is positive affirmation?
What does the term projection mean?
When someone criticizes you, but it’s a reflection of their own struggles, this is called.
Assumptions in relationships can lead to this, which can damage trust.
What is miscommunication?
This concept means putting in maximum effort each day, even if you don’t feel 100%.
What is doing your best?
You’re feeling exhausted and overwhelmed by a busy schedule, but you still show up and do your best. How can you apply the Four Agreements to avoid feeling like you’re failing?
What is “Always Do Your Best”? (Accept that your best may vary day-to-day, but consistency matters.)
The type of speech that involves blaming or shaming others, which should be avoided.
What is harmful language?
What does the term emotional resilience mean?
This is the practice of understanding that what others say or do is often more about them than about you.
This principle encourages you to have open and honest conversations instead of making this.
What is assuming?
This is a mindset that encourages progress rather than perfection.
What is growth mindset?
You get into a disagreement with a family member. Instead of lashing out or saying something hurtful, you take a moment to think about how your words might affect them. What principle are you practicing?
What is “Be Impeccable with Your Word”?
What does the phrase “Your word is your bond” reflect
The importance of keeping your word, regardless of how difficult it may be.
What is not taking it personally? Can you give me an example?
When someone reacts negatively toward you, and you don’t respond emotionally, you are practicing this.
This is a technique to avoid assumptions in any situation, particularly in recovery.
What is asking for clarification?
By practicing this principle, you are less likely to become discouraged by setbacks in your recovery journey.
What is persistence or perseverance?
After a tough day, you feel frustrated and want to give up on your recovery journey. You remind yourself of your goals and keep pushing forward. Which of the Four Agreements is helping you stay on track?
What is “Always Do Your Best”? (Persevering even when it’s hard.)