12 Steps
How many steps are there...
12! Not 13 :P
What does NA and AA stand for
Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous
What is a trigger
Anything that reminds a person of the desire to use or drink, and involves a strong emotional reaction
One ____ at a time
Day
What is a character asset
A positive character trait or aspect of your personality (openness,honesty,kindness,trustworthy)
What is a sponsor
Someone who helps someone manage their sobriety and is available to support someone through the recovery journey
I should not reach out to a positive support when I am struggling with thoughts or cravings. TRUE or FALSE
FALSE, reaching out when we are struggling is exactly what we need to do.
Progress not ______
Perfection
Willpower alone is enough to manage sobriety
True or False
False, we need something more, a power greater than ourselves
What does it mean to make amends
To truly apologize to others we have hurt and to live life differently today. In a way that honors other people rather hurts them.
What are some triggering situations
Seeing or being around your substance of choice, loss, stress from literally anything, etc
One drink is too many and a _____ is never enough
One drink is too many and a 1000 is never enough
What is a character defect
A negative personal trait a person possesses (impatient, judgemental, procrastinating)
Who are Al-Anon meetings for
Family and friends of those struggling with addiction
What are 2 of 3 possible outcomes for us if we return to using or drinking
Institutions, Jail, Death
This too _____ ____
This too Shall Pass
What is Step 1
We admitted we were powerless over alcohol and drugs- that our lives had become unmanageable
What does humility mean
To accept and realize that we alone cant control everything or that we do not have all the answers.
To put aside our own ego and to be willing to ask for help.
How do you deal with a trigger (list 3 ways)
Coping strategies (talk to someone, avoid it, go to a meeting, relaxation strategies, call sponsor)
Take what you ____ and _____ the rest
Take what you Need and Leave the rest