Conflict Resolution
This is the first step of conflict resolution
What is recognizing the problem or conflict.
This method helps manage cravings by focusing on something else for a while
What is distraction.
This is the ability to notice and identify what you are feeling.
What is emotional awareness?
This is the underlying emotion often connected to anger.
What is disappointment or hurt?
What could boredom be a signal of?
What is lack of purpose or meaning?
A technique where both people work to find a solution that satisfies everyone.
What is comprimise or collaboration.
Removing yourself from a tempting situation is an example of this.
What is setting boundaries or avoidance?
A common feeling that can lead to unhealthy behaviors if not addressed.
what is loneliness, boredom, sadness, frustration etc
“Using strategies like pausing, breathing, or journaling to address emotions beneath anger before reacting is part of this process.”
What is anger management?
Boredom can sometimes lead to this unhealthy behavior.
What is relapse?
This involves listening to the other person without interrupting.
Name one coping skill that can help improve self-control.
deep breathing, counting, calling a support person, mindfulness, exercising, journaling etc
Sharing your emotions in a safe and constructive way is called this.
What is emotional expression or healthy communication?
What does the RAIN acronym stand for?
Recognize, allow, investigate, and nurture.
Name one emotional effect of prolonged boredom in recovery.
What is loneliness, frustration, irritability, avoidance, disappointment, depression, anxiety, restlessness, etc
Using “I” statements instead of blaming is what type of communication?
What is assertive communication.
This mental practice strengthens the ability to pause before reacting
What is self-awareness
What are the two different types of emotions we learned about this week?
Primary and secondary emotions
Expressing anger without hurting others is called this.
What is assertive or healthy expression?
This social strategy can reduce feelings of isolation when bored.
What is connection? (peers, support group, sponsor, counselor etc)
Name one healthy outcome of resolving conflict constructively.
what is better relationships, and/or less stress
“Waiting a few minutes before acting on a craving or urge is an example of this skill in recovery.”
What is delaying a reaction, resisting temptation, or demonstrating self-control.
“Choosing safe ways to deal with difficult feelings instead of ignoring or acting on them impulsively demonstrates this.”
What is healthy emotional regualtion skills
Name one trigger that commonly leads to anger in recovery.
feeling cheated, lied to, disrespected, frustrated, isolated, etc.
The inability to experience pleasure early in recovery?
What is ahnedonia?