Danny Trejo
Where did Danny Trejo grow up?
L.A (San Fernando)
Affirmations can be practiced____
Daily!
The costs of the problem behavior (such as drug use) are not yet recognized. The individual is in denial and is not seriously considering changing their behavior. They may have made previous attempts to change, but have since given up.
Precontemplation
When might you need to use coping skills?
Feeling overwhelmed
When wanting to use drugs/alcohol
Happy moments
Feeling lonely
Typically, the brain recalibration process takes anywhere from _______ to ________ before the brain once again naturally produces endorphins and dopamine.
6 months to 2 years
Danny mentioned having two choices between:
Choosing the wrong thing to make a lot of money
OR
Doing the right thing and not making much
This affirmation was stated this morning: "I am ____ and _____"
(If this is your affirmation you CANNOT say it)
Strong and free
Significant steps are taken to end the problem behavior. The individual might be avoiding triggers, reaching out for help, or taking other steps to avoid temptation.
Action
Using drugs/alcohol is an example of
Unhealthy coping skills
___ can have a negative or positive impact on PAWS
Diet
What did Danny say Cinco de Mayo stood for in his life? Hint: It was not the fifth of May
Get your bail money ready
True or False
Affirmations are always supposed to be positive
True
The individual has decided to change their behavior, and they begin to think about how to do so. During this stage they will begin to make minor changes to support their goal, but they might not have completely ended the unwanted behavior.
Preparation
What are coping skills?
Ways in which you are able to manage stressful situations
What does PAWS stand for?
Post Accute Withdrawal Symptoms
How old was Danny when he came out of jail?
27
Affirmations are__________________
statements that we say to ourselves that can shift our minds in ways that can make us feel better about ourselves and our lives.
The changes made during the action stage are maintained. The individual may continue to face challenges, but at this point they have successfully changed their behavior for a significant period of time.
Maintenance
This coping skill can be helpful when feeling anger
Deep breathing
Taking time out
Exercise
How do you cope with PAWS?
Follow up with mental health/psychiatrist
Maintain medical appointments
Do something different
Be realistic
Why did Danny ask to be paid more during his first time acting?
Jokes due to Eric Roberts cultural kisses
True or False
This affirmation was stated this morning:
"I am healthy and worthy"
False!
The individual is experiencing ambivalence about change. They can see reasons to change their behavior, but they are still hesitant. The problem behavior continues.
Contemplation
_____ may be a warning sign that you are going to use, or that you want to.
Triggers
What are some examples of PAWS?
Inability to concentrate
Irritability
Sleep disturbances
Emotional overreaction or numbness
Memory problems
Etc...