Relapse Prevention
This distorted type of thinking leads people to dread or assume the worst when faced with the unknown. When people do this, ordinary worries can quickly escalate. This is under the category of a "Cognitive Distortion".
Catastrophizing
What day do its members celebrate as the birthday of Alcoholics Anonymous?(must provide day, month and year)
June 10, 1935
This is a mental and physical reaction to perceived threats. In small doses it can be helpful. It can protect us from danger, and focus our attention on problems. However, when it is too severe, It can cause you to breath rapidly, Sweating, or if it occurs too frequently, it can be debilitating
Anxiety
This Celeb is pretty open about his addiction, and has even written a few songs that seem to be directly inspired by it. He began his career when he was still a teenager, and he recalls that the warning signs were already there. He had a mild case of stage fright, and he couldn’t stand before the crowd without at least a little bit of alcohol in his system. His mother told him that it would become a problem if he didn’t learn to take the stage with a clear head every once in a while. He's a country musician and is sober now at age 55.
Tim McGraw
This is the 74th day in the Roman calendar, corresponding to 15 March. It was marked by several religious observances and was notable for the Romans as a deadline for settling debts. In 44 BC, it became notorious as the date of the assassination of Julius Caesar, which made this a turning point in Roman history.
Ides of March
HALT is an acronym for this. Whenever feeling a craving to use, or in general feeling anxious or “off,” ask yourself if you are feeling any of these symptoms.
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired.
What does Alcoholics Anonymous state to be its "spiritual foundation"
"Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions, ever reminding us to place principles before personalities." This is a quote from the "twelve tradition"s in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, and is the "twelfth tradition".
These symptoms are brief but overwhelming. The intensity of this symptom can go beyond normal limits. Common experiences include: fear that they are having a heart attack, breathing difficulties, sweating or they are dying
Panic Attacks
Might be the most well-known of all sober celebrities in politics, due to the popular treatment center which has long carried her name.
First Lady Betty Ford
Which country has the longest coastline?
Canada
Name 3 warning signs that someone may be experiencing a negative change in their mental health.
Anger outbursts, change in personality, moodiness, withdrawal, isolation, feeling overwhelmed, uncharacteristic anxiety.
What is the name of the physician who wrote the "Doctor's Opinion" in the A.A. Big Book?
The late Dr. William D. Silkworth, a New York specialist on alcoholism, once tried to help Bill Wilson. He now accounted no less a saint by A.A. members.
The practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress
Self Care
French wrestler and actor. World Tag Team Champion. Shepard Fairey, a famous street artist, is known for his artwork of this celeb.
Andre The Giant
Who invented the dual cyclone bagless vacuum cleaner?
James Dyson
What are the 5 stages of change?
Precontemplative, Contemplative, Preparation, Action, Maintenance
The Year NA started?
1953
psychological term for the tendency of people to remember past experiences in a positive light
Euphoric Recall
British singer, songwriter and actor, “Space Oddity.” (Real name David Jones.)
Who lives in Kensington Palace?
Prince William and Kate
What does H.O.W mean and how does it relate to recovery?
Honest Open and Willing Be honest and open about your life including your past usage. Be willing to acknowledge and change the attitudes and behaviors that need to be changed and may be causing issues in your life.
In how many countries does NA currently have meetings?
129
A sign that your body is not moving smoothly through the stages of sleep. A feeling of being conscious but unable to move. It occurs when a person passes between stages of wakefulness and sleep. During these transitions, you may be unable to move or speak for a few seconds up to a few minutes. Some people may also feel pressure or a sense of choking. It is often linked to:
Sleep Paralysis
German tennis player. Olympic gold medalist in doubles.
He was successful from the start of his career, winning the Wimbledon Championships at the age of 17. He ultimately won six Grand Slam singles titles: three Wimbledon Championships, two Australian Opens and one US Open. Also won three year-end championships, 13 Masters titles and an Olympic gold medal in doubles. In 1989, he was voted the Player of the Year by both the ATP and the ITF.
Boris Becker
What year did the first subway line open in New York City?
1870