Mindfulness & Meditation
This practice involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
What is mindfulness?
This physical activity is often recommended to improve mood and reduce cravings.
What is exercise (or walking)?
This type of group, like AA or NA, offers peer support and accountability.
What is a 12-step group?
This strategy involves calling a friend instead of using a substance
What is reaching out for support?
Writing 3 things you're thankful for is known as this practice
What is a gratitude list?
This type of meditation uses repeated words or sounds to focus the mind
What is mantra meditation?
The recommended number of hours of sleep for most adults in recovery
What is 7–9 hours?
This person may be assigned in recovery groups to offer guidance and support.
What is a sponsor?
Writing down your feelings is an example of this coping method.
What is journaling?
This time of day is common for practicing gratitude
What is morning (or evening)?
The ideal amount of time many experts suggest for beginners to meditate daily.
What is 10 minutes?
Drinking enough of this daily helps detoxify and stabilize your body.
What is water?
These supportive individuals are vital and often include family or close friends.
Who are loved ones?
Going for a walk or doing yoga is an example of this coping style.
What is physical self-care (or movement-based coping)?
Gratitude helps rewire your brain to focus on this
What is the positive (or the good)?
This breathing technique helps lower stress and improve focus.
What is deep breathing (or diaphragmatic breathing)?
This type of diet is best for brain health and mood regulation
What is a balanced/nutrient-rich diet?
This kind of therapist is trained to help with addiction recovery
What is an addiction counselor?
This involves replacing negative thoughts with positive ones.
What is cognitive reframing?
Expressing thanks to others can improve this type of relationship.
What is interpersonal (or social) connection?
This app is popular for guided meditations and mindfulness practices
What is Headspace (or Calm)?
This nighttime ritual can help you unwind and sleep better
What is a bedtime routine?
This term describes removing people who enable substance use.
What is setting boundaries (or detoxing relationships)?
This skill is used to distract or soothe during cravings.
What is a healthy distraction (or self-soothing technique)?
This type of journal is specifically designed to promote positivity and thankfulness.
What is a gratitude journal?
This practice involves bringing full awareness to eating, walking, or even brushing your teeth
What is mindful living (or mindfulness in daily activities)?
This tool helps you track triggers, emotions, and self-care goals.
What is a journal?
This platform offers online peer support for sober individuals
What is Reddit (e.g., r/stopdrinking) or an online sober community?
HALT stands for these four triggers to watch out for.
What is Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired?
Saying "thank you" out loud or writing notes does this to your mindset.
What is reinforces gratitude (or boosts mood)?
The part of the brain that meditation helps strengthen, associated with emotional regulation.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
This routine action, done first thing in the morning, sets a positive tone for the day
What is a morning routine (or self-care ritual)?
This term describes a trusted group that helps you stay accountable.
What is a sober network (or recovery community)?
This technique involves imagining a peaceful place to manage anxiety.
What is guided visualization (or imagery)?
Gratitude is linked to this lower mental health risk.
What is reduced depression/anxiety?