Discovery
What is self-discovery?
This process involves learning new truths about yourself, your addiction, and your recovery journey.
What is powerlessness over addiction?
The first step begins by admitting this.
The phrase "one day at a time" encourages focusing on this manageable period.
What is today?
This is the opposite of honesty
Dishonesty
What is self-awareness?
This personal quality allows people to honestly examine their strengths and weaknesses
This step involves taking a fearless moral inventory of yourself
This step involves taking a fearless moral inventory of yourself
Calling a sponsor, attending a meeting, or exercising are examples of these.
What are coping skills?
Honesty with self.
Because I had this _____ I find it hard to ask for help
Negative Experience
Check your belief by hearing what others think, is a discovery tool known as...
"Ask People."
The fellowship most commonly associated with the Twelve Steps is known by these initials
What is AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)?
The Definition of HALT is
stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and this
"Denying you have a problem." "Not facing what happened because it feels too painful."
Dishonesty with self.
"It promotes recovery, It helps you respect yourself, it improves relationships."
Staying Stuck
This step involves admitting wrongs to God, yourself, and another person.
What is Step 5?
This document outlines warning signs, triggers, and action steps to stay sober.
What is a relapse prevention plan?
"Can you help me." "I'm already busy and can't help you move this weekend."
Honesty with others.
It keeps you hidden/alone, IT makes you feel ashamed, it can hurt people.
The cost of dishonesty.
Comparing what actually happened to what you thought would happen is an example of the 'Discovery' tool known as...
"Predict"
Sponsors are often used to provide this type of support in recovery.
What is guidance and accountability?
Relapse often begins with this type of relapse before any physical substance use occurs.
What is emotional relapse?
"Showing up" "Admitting mistakes." "Asking for help." are examples of...
Honesty in Action
Sponsors, Friends, Peers
Safe people to turn to for help.
"Trying a more positive Belief to see how it feels." is a discovery tool known as...
The final step encourages carrying this to others who still struggle.
What is the recovery message?
Having supportive people to call during difficult times forms this important protective factor.
What is a support network?
Dishonesty with others.
When asking for help it is best to be _____ and not _______
Gentle, Demanding