Managing Criticism
Being able to receive feedback can likely reduce this, which can lead to slips to substance use.
What are conflicts?
While relapse is not this, it should be recognized as a normal experience in recovery.
What is a stage of change?
These inform or determine our behavior.
What are thoughts?
This 1962 James Bond film starred Sean Connery and Joseph Wiseman.
What is Dr. No?
This communication style is "in your face" and disregards the rights and feelings of others.
What is the aggressive communication style?
This kind of listening involves restating and clarifying what someone has said to you in order to better understand their ideas
What is reflective?
Neither lapse or relapse never have to be viewed as this.
What is a failure?
This means reminding yourself of the consequences of using substances.
What is 'playing the tape back'?
Cutting out these kind of people in our lives may be difficult, but is necessary for recovery.
What are negative influences?
Using these allows you to focus on your perspective, understanding, and needs, but acknowledge the other person's viewpoint as well.
What are 'I' statements?
When giving feedback, this is everything!
What is timing?
Eric has gone three days without using alcohol. On the third day he slipped. This is an example of what?
What is a lapse?
Essentially, the first step to managing maladaptive thoughts is to do this to them.
What is notice them?
This is the most recent James Bond film.
What is No Time To Die?
Seeking to understand the other person's perspective is one of the features of this use of style of communication?
What is the assertive style of communication?
Rather than doing this, you can give constructive feedback by helping someone understand your point-of-view
What is blaming?
James had a few slips of using alcohol this week, which has led him to a return to his previous pattern of using. This is an example of what?
What is a relapse?
This is the 'flight, fight, or freeze' part of the brain.
What is the Amygdala?
Richard Pryor, Gene Wilder, Joan Severance.
What is 'See No Evil, Hear No Evil'?
This can be used as being sure of yourself and/or what you want or need and depending on the cultural context, can be seen as a sign of respect or disrespect.
What is eye contact?
Avoiding this shows that you want to listen and understand the other person's perspective.
What is interrupting?
This is one way to prepare for a situation by acting as if it is actually happening.
What is role playing?
These kind of thoughts lead to self-defeat, low self-esteem, depression, and anger.
What are malapative thoughts?
Considering the use of substances, saying 'no' is really enough for making one of these.
What is an effective refusal?
DAILY DOUBLE
What is the passive-aggressive style of communication?