Self Care
True or False. Selfcare is Selfish
False!!!!!!!! Selfcare is NECESSARY
What addiction did David Ruffin struggle with?
Cocaine addiction
You just got into an argument and you're feeling overwhelmed. Your first thought is to leave and be alone. What recovery tool could help in this moment?
Call a trusted support person or use deep breathing to self-regulate before isolating. ( this answer can vary)
Womack
lyric
"Ain’t too proud to beg, sweet darlin'..." (Finish it!)
"...please don't leave me girl, don't you go."
Examples: prayer, meditation, nature walks, volunteering, attending religious services, practicing gratitude
Which member of The Temptations struggled with alcohol addiction?
Paul Williams
What does it mean to have a “support system” in recovery?
A group of people (family, friends, counselors, peers) who help you stay sober.
Name the group member who said they always drink water.
Guy
quote
"Fall seven times..."
.stand up eight."
Give one example of Emotional Self care. ( has to be similar to the answers given)
Examples: journaling, therapy, talking to someone you trust, letting yourself cry or laugh, setting boundaries
remember emotional self care focuses on managing our feelings. Can your response manage your feelings? how?
Who were the two original leaders of The Temptations?
Otis Williams and Melvin Franklin. (blue)
What is the purpose of having a relapse prevention plan?
To know your triggers, coping strategies, and who to call if you feel tempted.
( the main part im looking for is you acknowledging, for you to Know)
Name the group member who always say " My bad everybody, how yall doing" when they enter group
Tarad
recovery saying
"Progress, not..."
"...perfection."
Name ALL 4 categories of self care ( im ONLY accepting whats exactly written as the answers)
Physical, Emotional/Mental, Relational/Social, Spiritual, Professional
The temptations original name was ?
The Elgins
A lapse is a one-time slip; a relapse is returning to full-blown use.
Name the group member who camera is always on for the first 10 seconds of group
Ikeena or Ms Dena
lyric
"Just my imagination..."
"...once again, runnin' away with me."
"Jamie has been working 60-hour weeks, skipping meals, staying up late, and hasn't seen her friends or family in months. She feels exhausted, irritable, and isolated. What areas of self-care is Jamie neglecting?"
this is an all or nothing question. this is 500 points. read carefully.
Jamie is neglecting physical self-care (poor sleep, poor nutrition) and social self-care (lack of connection with friends and family).
you either answered both for 500. if you get one, you don't get the points.
Besides alcohol, what other issue made Paul Williams' addiction even harder to manage?
This was answered during our powerpoint presentation.
He battled sickle cell anemia, making his health worse under alcohol use.
What is "urge surfing" and how can it help in recovery?
It’s riding out a craving like a wave without giving in; understanding that it will peak and pass.
Name one group member who has a child under 10
That person has to confirm :)
recovery quote
"Be the change..."
"...you wish to see in the world."