Recovery Milestones
Mental Health Awareness
Self-Care Strategies
Coping With Triggers
Support Networks
100

This is the first step in the 12-steps recovery process.

What is admitting powerlessness over addiction?

100

This mental health disorder is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. 

What is depression?

100

This Practice involves taking time each day to relax and clear your mind often through meditation or breathing exercises

what is mindfulness 

100

this is the term used for situations that may tempt someone in recovery to relapse. 

what are triggers? 

100

This type of group meeting involves people who share similar experience with addiction and mental health struggles.

What is a support group?

200

This is the phrase used When a person has been sober for 30 days. 

what is "One month sober"

200

This type of therapy involves talking about your issues with a mental health professional

what is talk therapy or psychotherapy 

200

This activity can improve physical and mental health, Particularly in stress reduction 

What is exercise 

200

this coping strategy involves making sure to have a support system in place when facing difficult emotions or situations.

What is reaching out to a sponsor or support group?

200

This recovery tool involves a one-on-one relationship with someone who is further along in their recovery journey.

what is a sponsor?

300

This milestone is often celebrated as a sign of significant progress in recovery, typically 1 year of sobriety.

what is "one year clean"

300

This common mental health disorder involves  excessive worry, fear, or n nervousness.  

What is anxiety?

300

This practice involves nourishing your body with healthy food and is essential for maintaining physical and mental wellness. 

What is healthy eating?

300

When faced with a craving, this strategy can help by redirecting focus away from the urge, such as going for a walk or talking to a friend.

What is distraction?

300

This family member or friend role is important in supporting someone through recovery and mental health challenges.

Who is a caregiver.

400

This term refers to the process of someone maintaining their recovery for several years, often celebrated in recovery groups. 

what is "long-term Recovery"

400

What mental health condition can cause episodes of elevated mood, increased energy, and sometimes risky behavior.

What is bipolar disorder

400

getting enough of this is crucial for emotional stability and cognitive functions 

what is sleep

400

These are positive affirmation or phrases that reminds someone of their strength and commitment to sobriety 

What are affirmations?

400

This online tool offers meeting, resources, and a community for those in recovery or living with mental health challenges 

What is an online recovery platform?

500

This concept involves taking responsibility for one's own recovery and growth, no matter what how difficult the journey may be.  

What is "personal Accountability?"

500

This term describes a mental health condition where someone has difficulty distinguishing between what is real and what is imagined.

what is psychosis

500

This activity, which can be a hobby or pastime, helps build resilience by fostering a sense of purpose and enjoyment.  

what is engaging in a hobby or creative activity. 

500

This Action involves intentionally avoiding situations or places that could trigger a relapse.

what is avoidance?

500

This professional has expertise in mental health and addiction recovery and can offer therapy and counseling. 

What is a therapist or counselor