Recovery Basics
These are the people, places, or emotions that increase the urge to use.
Triggers
A healthy activity that can reduce stress and cravings.
Exercise
journaling
HALT is an acronym that stands for what?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
This person offers encouragement and accountability in recovery.
Sponsor
What is step 1 of AA/NA?
"We admitted we were powerless over alcohol and that our lives have become unmanageable."
How many states make up the USA? Bonus, which was the last state to join the union?
50, Hawaii in 1959
Who famously asks, "Would you like to play a game?" in this three letter scary movie franchise that is bloody and over the top?
Jigsaw
Who is a rock climber?
Jon
What is an integral part of staying sober?
Connection
This skill helps you pause and observe thoughts without acting on them
Mindfullness
True or false, Cravings last forever if you don't give in
False
AA & NA or other support groups
In what year was AA founded?
1935
What popular chocolate candy is the highest selling in the US during Halloween?
Reese Peanut Butter Cups
What is the name of the former comedy writer (with a show on comedy central) who directed the horror movies Get Out and Us?
Jordan Peele
70% of this persons face is titanium
Brittnay
This recovery principle emphasizes progress rather than perfection
"One day at a time"
People, places, things, or times of day that can lead to craving or relapse
External Triggers
Fill in the blank
"One ____-___-_-____."
Day-At-A-Time
What does the acronym HOW stand for?
Honest, Open, Willing
Name one scary movie adaptation of a Stephan King book
Pet Cemetary, Green Mile (sure), The Shining, Carrie, Kujo, the Mist, etc.
Scream, Halloween
Has four beautiful "accidents" <3
Jen
Finish the PRAYER:
God grant me the serenity to ____- __-_____- __- ____- ____.
accept-the-things- I- cannot- change
What is a skill you would use when you are thinking about picking up a drink or drug.
Call someone (tell someone)
Emotional or psychological state that can lead to craving or relapse
Internal trigger
Who is considered the most "important" person at an AA/NA support meeting?
The Newcomer
Who were the first founders of AA? (2 names)
What breakfast cereal has been represented by a cartoon toucan mascot since 1963?
Fruit Loops
Where is the first state where Halloween was officially celebrated? Minnesota, Texas or Rhode Island.
Minnesota
This person is a great at memorizing numbers
Laura
Negative physical and mental symptoms that happen after stopping substance use.
Withdrawal
What is it called when you recall in your mind the actual reality of what would happen if you picked up a drink or drug?
"Playing the tape through"
Fill in the blank
Setting personal ______ can be a useful tool in combating triggers.
Boundaries
How many AA/NA or support groups are suggested in the beginning of recovery? (what number)
90 meetings in 90 days
Fill in the NA slogan
"Live and __-___.
Let Live!
SHOWDOWN!!!!! Write down as many US states as you can in 3 minutes as a team. One sheet of paper. The team with the most states will win!
yay:)
Reserve Grand Champion at the World Diary Expo winner:
Mason
This group member was in the navy
Angie
Loves doing hair and makeup
Britney
Getting a new tattoooooo
Nick