Coping Skills
What are three ways to cope with anxiety
Deep Breathing
Holding an ice cube
Talking to someone
Journaling
Reading
Listening to music
Watching TV
What are three traits of a healthy relationship
Trust, Respect, Communication, Loyalty, Support, Honesty, Vulnerability, Authenticity, Compromise, Equality, Affection, Appreciation etc
What is the order of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Physiological, Safety, Love and Belonging, Self-Esteem, and Self-Actualization
What are the five love languages
Words of Affirmation, Physical Touch, Gift giving, Acts of Service, Quality Time
What is the purpose of a sponsor
Someone to help you work through your recovery
A confidant who knows and understands where you've been
A guide to work through the steps
What are three ways to cope with depression
Exercise
Set goals
Meditate
Medication
Have a routine
Talk to someone
Journal
What is Codependency
An addiction to another person
When we become dependent on another person mentally, emotionally, financially, physically.
An overall lack of boundaries.
What is a Legacy and why is it important
A legacy is the impact you leave on the world after you die. Working to create a legacy give life meaning and purpose when we are still alive.
What are two ways we can avoid change and accountability
Telling people what they want to hear, vagueness, avoidance, lying, not upholding responsibilities, minimization, justifying irrational behaviors, assent.
Name three internal triggers
Any thoughts or feelings accepted.
What is Mindfulness
The ability to be fully present and aware of where we are and what we are doing in the moment.
What are the four attachment styles
Secure, Anxious, Avoidant, Disorganized
Finish the statement: "He who has a Why______"
To live for can bear almost any how
What are three characteristics of a resilient person
Having good coping skills, communication, asking for help, emotional regulation, impulse control, confidence, having a sense of community, understanding why things happen and making a change, being able to address dysfunctional behaviors, having a sense of control over one's life, having discipline, being optimistic
Name three different types of support groups
AA, NA, CA, ACOA, HA, Celebrate Recovery, Recovery Dharma, GA, MA, Smart Recovery, Al-Anon
What is triangle breathing
Breathe in for 3 seconds, hold for 3 seconds, breathe our for three seconds
What are three of the five roles a person can uphold in a dysfunctional household
The Addict, The Enabler/Caregiver, The Hero, The Scapegoat, The Lost Child
What does it mean to be self-actualized
Fully accepting yourself and feeling fulfilled by the person you are and the life you are living. Having all basic needs maintained. Recognizing and embracing one's potential.
What are the four styles of communication
Assertive, Passive, Passive Aggressive, Aggressive
What is CBT stand for and what does it help you do
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Focus on identifying how thoughts, feelings, and beliefs are connected and how to redirect maladaptive thoughts.
What is PAWS
Post Acute Withdraw Syndrome
The period after active withdraw where the body is continuing to recover after addiction.
What are Gottman's Four Horsemen
Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, Stonewalling
What are the four key themes of existentialism
Death, Meaning/Purpose, Isolation, Freedom
What is Spencer's saying when it comes to Universality and the Fear of the Unknown
YOU ARE NOT SPECIAL
What does SMART stand for in SMART Goals
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time Bound