Communication
This type of communication uses “I” statements instead of blame.
What is assertive communication?
A boundary focuses on this, not controlling someone else.
What is my behavior?
Giving someone money that will likely be used for substances is an example of this.
What is enabling?
This is rebuilt through consistent actions over time.
What is trust?
Many programs recommend waiting about this long before starting a new romantic relationship.
What is one year?
This skill involves repeating back what someone said to show understanding.
What is active listening?
“If you keep yelling, I’m leaving the room.” This is a boundary with what?
What is a consequence?
Encouraging someone to attend treatment and holding them accountable is this.
What is healthy support?
This happens when someone checks your location 24/7 after relapse.
What is hypervigilance?
This can happen when someone replaces substances with intense relationships.
What is cross-addiction (or relationship addiction)?
This communication style avoids conflict but often leads to resentment.
What is passive communication?
“If you continue yelling, I will leave the room.” This is an example of what?
What is a clear boundary with a consequence?
This emotion often drives enabling behavior.
What is guilt (or fear)?
This apology includes changed behavior, not just “I’m sorry.”
What is accountability (or amends)?
Early recovery often involves this uncomfortable shift in friendships.
What is changing social circles?
When someone says, “You never support me,” this is an example of this type of thinking error.
What is overgeneralization?
This happens when someone feels guilty for saying no.
What is boundary discomfort (or guilt)?
This happens when a loved one shields someone from consequences.
What is rescuing?
This common expectation can harm recovery: “If I’m sober, everything should be fine now.”
What is unrealistic expectations?
“Peace” can feel boring if you’re used to chaos. This is called what?
What is nervous system adjustment?
This communication habit escalates conflict by attacking character instead of behavior.
What is criticism?
This common recovery mistake is confusing boundaries with emotional walls.
What is avoidance (or emotional withdrawal)?
True support focuses on this, not controlling outcomes.
What is empowerment?
This uncomfortable truth: trust and this are not the same thing.
What is forgiveness?
Healthy relationships in recovery require this balance between connection and independence.
What is interdependence?