Feelings Check
•What’s one word you’d use to describe how you feel right now?
Any feeling word is correct—sad, calm, nervous, excited. All feelings are valid.
•Name one small daily habit that helps you feel better.
Drinking water, brushing teeth, journaling, short walk, prayer/meditation.
•True or False: Saying 'no' can be an act of self-care.
True. Saying no can protect your peace and recovery.
•What’s one quick way to de-escalate when you’re stressed?
Deep breathing, grounding, stepping outside, or listening to music.
•Name one thing you like about yourself.
Any answer is correct—personality, strength, humor, kindness.
•True or False: All feelings are 'good' or 'bad.'
False. Feelings aren’t good or bad—they’re just signals from our mind and body.
•Why is sleep important for your well-being?
Sleep helps our body heal, keeps emotions steady, and supports recovery.
•What’s a sign that your boundaries are being crossed?
Feeling drained, uncomfortable, resentful, or pressured.
•Take 3 deep breaths together as a group. How do you feel after?
Calmer, more focused, more relaxed.
•What’s one positive affirmation you can say today?
"I am enough." "I deserve healing." "I am strong."
•Name one healthy way to express anger.
Talking it out, deep breathing, exercise, or writing it down.
•What’s one healthy food that gives your body energy?
Fruits, veggies, whole grains, or protein.
•Share one kind way to set a boundary with a friend.
Examples: 'I care about you, but I can’t go there.' or 'I need space right now.'
•What’s one strategy that helps with processing stress?
Walking, drawing, journaling, prayer, talking with someone safe.
•How does gratitude help with self-care?
It shifts focus to what’s going well, builds hope, and supports healing.
•What’s the difference between a thought and a feeling?
A thought is what our mind says. A feeling is the emotion we experience.
•How does exercise or movement help your brain?
It lowers stress, improves mood, and gives natural energy.
•How do boundaries help protect your recovery?
They keep you safe from triggers and help you focus on healing.
•Why is it important to notice stress early?
So it doesn’t build up and lead to relapse or overwhelm.
• Share one way you can be kinder to yourself this week.
Rest, forgive yourself, say no, or reward progress.
•Share a time when you noticed your body giving you a clue about your feelings.
Examples: racing heart when anxious, tears when sad, smile when happy.
•What’s a habit you’d like to build that would support your recovery?
Any personal answer is valid—healthy meals, daily check-ins, attending groups.
•Role-play: Someone invites you to something unsafe. How do you respond?
"No thanks, that’s not good for me right now."
•Teach the group one grounding technique you know.
Examples: 5-4-3-2-1 senses, holding something cold, mindful breathing.
•If you could write a letter to yourself in recovery, what’s the first sentence you’d write?
Any self-kind, supportive statement (e.g., 'I’m proud of you.').