Facts
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We are as ___ as our ____.
What is...
We are as SICK as our SECRETS.
Dishonesty is a ...?
What is ...
A common relapse trigger
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______ & _____ allows you to acknowledge your mistakes, weaknesses, and the need for change. Without honesty, it becomes challenging to identify and address the root causes of addiction.
What is ...
Self-Awareness and Acceptance
It is normal to struggle with owning up to dishonesty, but the key is to what ...?
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Acknowledge when it occurs as soon as possible.
What did one tiger say to another tiger when his honesty was questioned?
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"I'm not Lion"
Giving up important things/ activities/ friends and violating our own morals and values is what ...
One of the main criteria for meeting the diagnosis of a substance use disorder.
Dishonesty destroys what ...?
What is ... Relationships
Honesty is also ...
What is ... Authenticity
Self-reflection and honesty allow you to make positive changes, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and work through unresolved traumas or emotional wounds.
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Personal Growth and Healing
We have spent years bull sh*tting ourselves. We justify, rationalize and defend poor behaviors and it’s so ingrained that we don’t even realize that we are doing it. This is what ...
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Denial
People who do not develop honest as a personal quality are more prone to what?
What is ...
Relaspe
Lying is a habit that many of us have/may have struggled with, this is because we fear the consequences of what ...
What is ...
Our actions and wanting to protect ourselves.
Recovery often involves seeking support from others, such as therapists, support groups, or sponsors. Sharing one's experiences, struggles, and progress honestly helps build a foundation of ____ and allows others to provide guidance, support, and _________.
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Trust and Accountability
___ is the key to rebuilding relationships.
What is ...
Honesty
Denial is an acronym meaning ...
DENIAL= Don’t Even kNow I Am Lying.
What is one of the prominent features of addiction?
What is lying and hiding
This becomes imperative as it ensures that you continue to get access to your drug of choice.
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Dishonesty ____ people in addiction and can make them feel trapped in recovery.
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Traps
Honesty plays a critical role in ______, a common defense mechanism in addiction.
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What is ...
Overcoming Denial
A great way to track your honesty in recovery is to what ....
What is ...
Keeping a journal. In doing so, you will be able to monitor your behavior and target times of dishonesty.
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____ in recovery promotes self-discovery, self-acceptance, accountability, personal growth, and the establishment of healthy relationships.
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Honesty
Dishonesty can be linked to what ...
What is ... Shame
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It is difficult to make progress unless you can ____ recognize problems and agree on the appropriate ____ to remedy them.
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Openly and Action
Individuals who are honest with themselves and others about their vulnerabilities, triggers, and challenges are better equipped to develop effective ______ strategies. They can recognize warning signs, seek help when needed, and make necessary adjustments to their recovery plan to maintain long-term sobriety.
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Relapse Prevention
Addiction challenges can cause you to lie, steal, burst out in anger, react aggressively, and act without thinking. Learning to take a step back can help you manage your impulses and make more rational and informed decisions. This is what ...
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Learning to respond and NOT REACT
The t-rex asked the stegosaurus, "what's another word for honesty?"
Stegosaurus said, "I don't know. Ask thesaurus."