Relapse prevention
Two types of triggers
Internal and external
True or False: Relapse means treatment has failed.
False
Name one daily habit that shows self-love.
Examples: eating well, good sleep, positive affirmations, exercise.
True or False: Boundaries are rules we set to protect our time, energy, and well-being.
True
Name 3 different types of support meetings?
AA, NA, Wellbriety, Celebrate recovery, Smart recovery, GA
Things we notice when heading towards relapse
Warning Signs
Recovery is a (fill-in-the-blank) not a (fill-in-the-blank)
Recovery is a process, not a destination.
Fill in the blank: Practicing ______ helps you speak kindly to yourself instead of criticizing.
Affirmations
What’s one sign that someone may have weak boundaries?
Trouble saying no, people-pleasing, feeling resentful, letting others take advantage
This person helps you through the 12 steps?
Sponsor
We create this as we prepare to transition, they include triggers, coping skills, support people, and meeting schedule.
Relapse prevention plan
True or False: Once cravings stop, relapse risk goes away.
False
What’s one boundary you could set that protects your mental health?
Saying no to toxic people, limiting phone use, protecting sleep time, etc.
What are rigid boundaries?
Unchanging, not adaptable to situations, unhealthy
Three different types of communication?
Passive, aggressive, and assertive
The acronym HALT stands for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
Myth or Fact: Once you’re sober, you don’t need support anymore.
Myth — ongoing support is key to long-term recovery.
Name two benefits of practicing self-love in recovery.
Improves self-esteem, reduces stress, prevents relapse, builds resilience, strengthens relationships.
Name one type of boundary you can set.
Physical, emotional, time, financial, digital, relational.
Acknowledging how our actions have harmed others is known as?
accountability
Anger is what kind of trigger?
Emotional
Myth or Fact: Everyone’s recovery looks the same.
Myth — recovery is highly individual, and people find different paths that work for them.
True or False: Self-love only happens when everything in life is going well.
False — self-love is important especially during challenges.
Name one benefit of having healthy boundaries in recovery.
Protects sobriety, reduces stress, builds self-respect, improves relationships, prevents burnout.
What is one quality of a healthy relationship?
Communication, trust, honesty, support, boundaries, and kindness